Audio Input Monitoring Lameness Options

[riotnrrrd]

Hello,

I am having a problem where I can always hear the external inputs of my
soundcard, regardless of whether or not Software Monitoring is enabled, in
fact, Logic doesn't even have to be open! Due to this fact I believe this is
an OSX issue, however, since it is effecting Logic I am hoping someone here
can assist, as I am at my wits end.

My setup:

Dual 2.5 G5
2gig RAM
OS X 10.4.4
Logic Pro 7.1.1
Emagic AMT8
Emagic a2|6

I have tried reinstalling the a2|6 software thinking the problem may have
been corrupted drivers, but to no avail. I have tried to mess around both in
the Sound Preferences and Audio Midi Setup sections, but no love there
either.

Weak sauce.

Anyway, I'm sure this is something simple and I am just doing something
stupid wrong, but I can't figure it out, and hence, I post to you. Thank you
in advance for your time and consideration.

michael