How to build a "top-of-the-line" custom PC

Step 8: Sound Card (optional)

If you want to build a gaming PC, you are going to want a dedicated sound card. On-board sound cards normally don't have great sound. For basic computer use, you do not need to buy a dedicated sound card.
A dedicated sound card will provide different sound options than the on-board card. It also provides you with much crisper, clearer, sharper sounds. Dedicated sound cards can also support up to 5.1 or 7.1 channel surround sound.
Creative is one of the leading sound card manufacturers. They make some pretty good quality products and are relatively affordable.

If you are planning to build a gaming PC and would like a good dedicated sound card then I suggest the Creative Sound Blaster X-Fi XtremeGamer 7.1 channel PCI Interface sound card.

This can be found at Newegg item number N82E16829102006