I recently purchased numerous products to upgrade my computer, including a motherboard, CD-ROM drive, video card, modem, and processor. I also purchased Win98. However, since I didn't think it was necessary, and I wanted to save money, I didn't buy a new sound card, thinking my old SB 16 would be fine. I installed all the components myself, and <whew> everything worked perfectly, with one exception. The sound was terribly distorted. The actual clip plays, but every noise is followed by an odd scratching sound. I installed the latest drivers but the problem was not fixed. Therefore, before giving up and buying some ludicrously-priced SB Live that I don't really need anyway, I turn to this forum, which was recommended by a friend.

Lews