Hello all, I would like to build what I am calling a computer jukebox.  My plan is to use a TOUCH screen monitor and a computer I have (WINDOWS 7 on it). I am totally lost on what kind of sound card I need and what kind of speakers I should get or just what would I need? Would my home stereo 8 ohm speakers work?  do I need another type of speaker or maybe an amp?  I am kind of new at this so any HELP getting me going in the right direction will be greatly appreciated.  Would really like to hear from others who have made such a thing....Thanks to all.You won't really need a sound card, the onboard sound on most recent motherboards is going to be good enough, at least give it a go and see.  To use regular speakers you would need some SORT of amplifier, you can't just connect them directly to the PC.  You may find it easier to get a set of powered speakers for it which will have the amplifier built in.can you be more specific of what you will be using this "computer jukebox" for, that would MAKE it easier to know what you will need. I have an audio interface and 2 powered studio monitors as my speakers when I want to have a really good sound at higher than traditional computer speaker volumes, otherwise I use headphones. You can pick up a Klipsch Promedia 2.1 for $120 and they also sound very nice.