Using the stereo line input, instead of the mono mic input, allows you to record two channels simultaneously. Turn the volume knob counter clockwise until it clicks. With a mic for my guitar and one for voice, I was in business. Remember, you can only record up to two separate channels of audio at a time. But if you're into overdubbing, you can make absolutely respectable products as I have.
Platinum comes with a mess of software.
Teaser versions of games show off the surround-sound powers of the card. Sonic Foundry's Sound Forge XP is a basic wave file editor with some surprisingly powerful audio processing tools. Even though I'm stuck for now with the budget version of this front-bay access panel, it still makes a big difference. Previously the only connectors for analog signals were stereo miniature phone jacks. Like the ones you plug your cheap headphones into.