Just so you know, a pro audio device is probably not much more expensive that the Sound Blaster, depending on how many output and input channels you need and what you are using it for.
Also, I have been told that it is better to have an external device for audio than an internal card, so that the power is isolated from the PC fan noise. Of course, that is only really a concern if you are doing more pro-audio type stuff.
Also, I have been told that it is better to have an external device for audio than an internal card, so that the power is isolated from the PC fan noise. Of course, that is only really a concern if you are doing more pro-audio type stuff.