With my Martini and Music, I'd like an Olive

[Occhidiangela]

Ibut it has the advantages of not being your computer, and the simplicity that comes with a more specialized tool.

Exactly. A better PC soundcard does nothing for my Klipsch La Scala spekers. As to a "non portable iPod" it has two USB ports that allow me to load whatever onto the iPod Nano my daughter has, or any future iPod dingus I may acquire. But that isn't what I want it for.

1. To integrate audiophile improvement into my rack of stereo gear. (Carver, and a Denon tape deck.)

2. To digitize me entire LP collection and some my Dad owns.

My PC can't do either of those.

Occhi