This was meant to be a reply in my thread (http://reviews.cnet.com/5208-6638-0.html?forumID=15&threadID=120895&messageID=1371202) but I mistakenly clicked the ''Create a new discussion'' button.
Please disregard this.
I think skype is the application that would resolve your audio issue. I'll go ahead and throw that out here in hopes that you'll return to this discussion but if you don't I'll try contacting you directly. Skype far surpasses MSN, AIM, Yahoo and any other messenger out there as far as audio is concerned. It's even better than phone quality.
You can download skype free of charge at www.skype.com. It's free to make PC-to-PC phone calls but requires you to deposit money if you'd like to use it as a regular telephone service (Skype Out).
Good luck. Thanks for your input.

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