Audio Testing
Audio test results for the ASUS MAXIMUS IX CODE are excellent. A look at the rear of the audio cluster reveals that it's just as crowded as the rest of the board. ASUS has done their homework, though, and the lack of isolation doesn't hold this board's audio back. This board should provide sufficient audio quality for all but the most rigorous of audiophiles, and it includes an S/PDIF out to boot. RMAA results are below:
RightMark Audio Analyzer