I've given up trying to get sound working with Ubtuntu guests. It's just not happening.
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Ubuntu12_04_01 - VMware Workstation
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The default sound device cannot be opened:
A device ID has been used that is out of range for your system.
Failed to connect virtual device sound.
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OK
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I also have a mobo with Realtek Audio (ASUSP9X79).