So I'm going to start right off by saying I am a complete noob when it comes to computer peripherals such as sound. Now to the good stuff.
I have a custom PC I put together a few years ago and have recently took it along with my Xbone and monitor to college. I received an LG 5.1 home theater bundle from my father as a present and am currently trying to hook it up to my PC. Unfortunately, it looks like the only audio inputs for the surround are analog and optical, both of which I don't have all necessary cables/ports/whatever. Is a sound card with an optical out my best bet? I don't really have a budget, but if possible I would like to keep the damage below $100 (college ain't free, ya know).
Mobo (don't judge. upgrading soon with skylake): Biostar TA970
Surround Sound: LG 5.1 Home Theater
I also have Turtle Beaches, I believe PX4's, at home which I was planning on grabbing on my next visit.
I have a custom PC I put together a few years ago and have recently took it along with my Xbone and monitor to college. I received an LG 5.1 home theater bundle from my father as a present and am currently trying to hook it up to my PC. Unfortunately, it looks like the only audio inputs for the surround are analog and optical, both of which I don't have all necessary cables/ports/whatever. Is a sound card with an optical out my best bet? I don't really have a budget, but if possible I would like to keep the damage below $100 (college ain't free, ya know).
Mobo (don't judge. upgrading soon with skylake): Biostar TA970
Surround Sound: LG 5.1 Home Theater
I also have Turtle Beaches, I believe PX4's, at home which I was planning on grabbing on my next visit.