Semi, you're on fire today.
I've got the Turtle Beach SC in my own system. I absolutely hate Creative and their proprietary push in your face software and drivers. But they do have an edge with the hardware onboard.
I've heard of M-Audio lately but haven't read much about it yet.
I am curious as to your impression of the latest water cooled units. Got any recommendations for first time buyers? (I've hated the whiny noise of my Volcano3 now for a year although my Antec PP303x p.s. isn't bad).
The temptation to tweak is upon me.