super quick, how to connect decent computer speakers to asus Z97-A mobo (crystal sound 2)?

[wyckedscepter]

Hi!,

I have TRS and RCA and aux inputs for my m-audio av 40's (older version of the speakers, don't have all the cool features of the new ones).

I have asus Z97-A mobo with crystal sound 2: Optical S/PDIF out, 8-channel audio I/O ports

which has all the wiz bang features below.

What is the optimal way to connect the speakers? What cable? Optical S/PDIF out port(s) at back panel to aux in on the speakers?

Thanks!



Realtek® ALC892 8-Channel High Definition Audio CODEC featuring Crystal Sound 2
- Supports : Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel MIC Jack-retasking
Audio Feature :
- Absolute Pitch 192kHz/ 24-bit True BD Lossless Sound
- DTS Ultra PC II
- DTS Connect
- Optical S/PDIF out port(s) at back panel
- Audio Shielding: Ensures precision analog/digital separation and greatly reduced multi-lateral interference
- Dedicated audio PCB layers: Separate layers for left and right channels to guard the quality of the sensitive audio signals
- Audio amplifier: Provides the highest-quality sound for headphone and speakers
- Premium Japanese-made audio capacitors: Provide warm, natural and immersive sound with exceptional clarity and fidelity
- Unique de-pop circuit: Reduces start-up popping noise to audio outputs
- Top notch audio sensation delivers according to the audio configuration
- EMI protection cover to prevent electrical noise to affect the amplifier quality

Thanks!

 

[americanaudiophile]

Since the speakers only have analog audio inputs connect them to the green analog output of the mobo. Won't make any difference which input on the speakers you use.

 

[wyckedscepter]

Since the speakers only have analog audio inputs connect them to the green analog output of the mobo. Won't make any difference which input on the speakers you use.

Thanks so much!