Fedora Core 2--Brand New Install (couldn't get Debian to install) Adaptec 39160 Plextor CDROM Toshiba DVDROM M-Audio Revolution 7.1 using analog outputs to stereo amplifier
I've adjusted all levels in the mixer to the maximum volume. I've did a few google searches and a lot of people seem to have the same problem, not with just this soundcard. It appears that I need a cable in addition to my SCSI cable running from my optical drives to my soundcard. That simply isn't possible here, take a look at the card:
http://www.techspot.com/reviews/hardware/revolution71/index.shtml
The same with their Audiophile 2496 as well:
http://www.digit-life.com/articles/maudioaudiophile/
If Linux can not play a CD without that cable than back to Windows I go. Thank you.