Need New Computer Video Monitor Advise

[Roy Dennis]

Originally Posted by GwenButler

Do you know of any ACER laptops that look good for the money right now, based upon my needs?

Suggestions (less than $200) for a good USB type sound solution to replace my Echo Indio functionality greatly appreciated too.

Touch pads are ok but I havent used any touch screens in my travelings

Thanks a ton!
GB

When I say touchpad, I am referring to the area below the keyboard where you use your finger to move the cursor.
Unless you use a mouse.
Take a look at some of MTU own offers: http://www.mtu.com/basics/karaoke-ultrabooks.htm

As far as an Acer laptop take a look at this one:
https://us-store.acer.com/aspire-e-1...op-e5-475-59nu

This one has a DVD drive if you want to play singers own disc, a lot of the new ones are dropping that feature.

The only negative point for me is it does not mention backlight keyboard so if you work in the dim lighting that would be handy to have.

Sound cards, I have a Tractor Audio 2 myself but have been thinking of changing it for one of these:
https://www.amazon.com/ESI-UDJ6-24-b.../dp/B009VFLMXO

Depending on your version of Hoster. The version were testing has an option to play the BA out through a separate channel so sending that to a separate input on your mixer will give you more control over that. This particular soundcard seems like it would be ideal when that version of Hoster is released.

It depends how much of an audio freak you are. The new computers have 24bit sound studio quality output from the headphone jack, at 75 my hearing probably is not as sensitive as it should be, I dont notice any real difference in the final result when playing at gigs apart from the external cards have a higher output so need less volume from the amp.
I expect there are plenty on this forum who will disagree with me on this point

[GwenButler]

Roy,
Thanks for being so supportive.

I really like the specs and price listed for the Aspire E 14 Laptop - E5-475-59NU and am really leaning towards that purchase.

I am still not sure of the configuration needed to support my dual monitor setup, that is using the Aspire E 14. If using the (suggested) Musou HDMI to Composite S-video Video R/L Audio Converter Support 720P would it be connected to my laptop on one end having the other end connected to my RadioShack® 1-IN / 4-OUT which would output to my 2 Male to Male Red White Yellow Composite Video Stereo Audio AV cables into my monitors?

I really would like get rid of the RadioShack® 1-IN / 4-OUT output having less reliance on auxiliary devices (potential troubleshooting, etc.), if possible.

Any recommendation you may have would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks again,
Gwen

[Roy Dennis]

Originally Posted by GwenButler

I really would like get rid of the RadioShack® 1-IN / 4-OUT output having less reliance on auxiliary devices (potential troubleshooting, etc.), if possible.

Any recommendation you may have would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks again,
Gwen

Seeing as the new computers dont have S-Video out you dont really need that particular video converter, there are cheaper ones such as the MINI HDMI2AV as seen here:
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/2016-Mini-...-/152074416104

I have personnaly got one of these so dont be put off cause its cheep.

You need a short HDMI lead into it purchased seperately plus the usb power cord that that comes with it.
I only use the single video out from it I take my audio out from my computer headphone out or usb soundcard.

This does require you to go into the sound playback settings first and disable the audio from the HDMI, this does not affect the video signal. If you dont do that then the sound will be diverted though the converter.

I find with this providing Im only going to 2 external monitors I can just use 1 to 2 splitter. if you want more then you would need a powered splitter.

I made a video demo the setup here: https://youtu.be/zmjWM9BnCz0

[GwenButler]

Roy,
Thanks so very much for sharing your \"spot on\" advice and expertise.

The YouTube video is well-informed. You\'re the Best!

Thanks again,
Gwen