Do I need a new sound card with my new speakers? (computer)

[mfaulk]

I am getting new speakers for my computer this Christmas season. I plan to invest about $250 on them. I am currently using an integrated audio device that came with my motherboard.
The motherboard is: MSI MS-7778
"Built-in High Definition 8 channel audio with jack sensing" is what I found about the device.

I was wondering if a good sound card would be a good investment to bring out the true quality of the speakers or if it will be great with this : ) thanks !

 

[mfaulk]

you will not find a receiver for $50.

if you want a 5.1 capable model, think $200 for cheap models like a sony or onkyo unless you're talking pyle junk units not worth buying.
if you want a 2.0 capable model, generally think $100 unless you're talking pyle junk units.
if you want an amp only, the one i mentioned earlier is about $100 though you could probably make do with a cheaper one... though you do get what you pay for.

also, do not bump threads. its against our rules. post deleted.

okay i just read up on some stuff you said earlier and I realize I don't need a receiver, is this correct? Only an amp to run passive speakers?

 

[ssddx]

technically yes, all you really need is an amplifier of some sort. though, there arent many high quality cheap units. some will work of course.