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Sound Card suggestion to get rid of Realtek ALC4080

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+1 for optical then, I wasn't crazy it seems, always experienced it as better audio for any PC solution as well
 
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After a long struggle and testing, I managed to solve the problem. That's why I'm writing a little late.

I updated the ALC4080 Firmware update from another motherboard page with the same sound chip and the sound problem was fixed.

I even bought a Razer Leviathan 5.1 Soundbar sound system with optical audio connection to get a smoother sound experience.

The sound is amazing now and there is no problem at all.
Moreover, the THX settings that were limited when using it with the normal analog jack were completely opened when I switched to optical. It gives perfect sound. No cracking. No crackling.

I also learned that optical sound really makes a difference.

I was going to buy a sound card, but when I bought a sound system with optical output and updated the FW, the problem was fixed.

I'm writing a little late, but these driver and testing processes took me about a week.

Thank you very much to everyone who helped in advance.

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Glad you got things sorted and you're happy with your sound output!
 
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Huzzah for firmware updates good to hear it's sorted for you
 
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