Surround sound audio card

What card do I need to run Logitech X540 systen. Has 3 wires. What about hooking up a turntable with RCA jacks? Anybody converting vinyl to Mp3's or other?

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What card do I need to run Logitech X540 systen
Included with the speakers is a two-channel RCA-to-3.5mm jack. The speakers are designed to emulate surround sound 5.1 from a 2 channel source. The 3.5mm jack is connected to your audio out on the back of the tower.
What about hooking up a turntable with RCA jacks?
iMic
Anybody converting vinyl to Mp3's or other?
I prefer Audacity over Final Vinyl.
Use either with the turntable connected through the iMic.

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