DAC
Hi-res ESS SABRE-class 9018 with incredibly clean 127 dB DNR audio stream
THD + N
Up to -120 dB, 0.0001%
Playback Capability
Clear, pristine audio at 32-bit / 384 kHz PCM and DSD64 Playback
Headphone Amp
Ultra-low 1Ω headphone output impedance, supports 16Ω to studio-grade headphones of up to 600Ω, including high-end planar-magnetic headphones
Surround Sound and Encoding
5.1 discrete surround for speakers, 7.1 virtual surround for speakers and headphones, Dolby Digital Live, DTS Connect Encoding, and Sound Blaster Surround Virtualization
Convenience
Audio Control Module - perfect for quick access to volume control knob, 6.3 mm and 3.5 mm mic and headphones I/O connectors. Also fitted with a built-in mic array for hassle-free communications
Audio Enhancements
Full suite of audio enhancements including customizable EQs and Sound Profiles, Surround, Crystalizer, Bass, Smart Volume, and Dialog Plus that further boosts your audio. For gamers, Scout Mode is a feature not to be missed!
Customization
New and improved Sound Blaster Command software for further audio customization, with a quick on and off toggle switch to activate or deactivate audio processing effects
Weight | Main Card: 215g / 7.58 oz, Audio Control Unit (ACM): 284g / 10.02 oz |
Dimensions | Main Card: 145 x 20 x 128 mm / 5.71 x 0.79 x 5.04 inches, Audio Control Module (ACM): 100 x 92 x 70 mm / 3.94 x 3.62 x 2.76 inches |
Headphone Amp | Output Impedance: 1Ω, Supported Headphone Impedance: 16 - 600Ω, IEM: 16 – 31Ω (1.9V RMS), Normal: 32 - 149Ω (3V Rms), High Gain: 150 - 600Ω (5.6V Rms) |
Audio Technology | Sound Core3D |
Direct Mode | Playback Resolution (Stereo): PCM 16-bit / 44.1, 48.0, 88.2, 96.0, 192.0, 384 kHz, PCM 24-bit / 44.1, 48.0, 88.2, 96.0, 192.0, 384 kHz, PCM 32-bit / 44.1, 48.0, 88.2, 96.0, 192.0, 384 kHz, DSD64 (2.8 MHz)
Playback Resolution (Optical Out): 16-bit / 44.1, 48.0, 88.2, 96.0 kHz, 24-bit / 44.1, 48.0, 88.2, 96.0 kHz |
Recording Resolution | AUX-in: 16-bit / 44.1, 48.0, 88.2, 96.0 kHz, 24-bit / 44.1, 48.0, 88.2, 96.0 kHz
What-U-Hear: 16-bit / 44.1, 48.0 kHz, 24-bit / 44.1, 48.0 kHz, 32-bit / 44.1, 48.0 kHz Mic-in: 16-bit / 16.0, 44.1, 48.0, 88.2, 96.0 kHz, 24-bit / 44.1, 48.0, 88.2, 96.0 kHz, 32-bit / 44.1, 48.0, 88.2, 96.0 kHz |
DSP Mode | Playback Resolution (Stereo & Surround 5.1)
16-bit / 44.1, 48.0, 88.2, 96.0kHz, 24-bit / 44.1, 48.0, 88.2, 96.0kHz, 32-bit / 44.1, 48.0, 88.2, 96.0kHz |
Connectivity Options (Main) | 1 x TOSLINK Optical Out, 1 x 1/8″ Rear Out, 1 x 1/8″ Center / Sub Out, 1 x 1/8″ Mic-in / Line-in (Software selectable, default as Mic-in), 1 x 1/8″ Headphone / Headset Out (default as Headphone), 1 x 1/8″ Front-out |
Connectivity Options (Accessory) | x 1/8″ Mic-in (Mono), 1 x 1/8″ HP Out (3-pole), 1 x 1/4″ HP Out (3-pole), 1 x 1/4″ Mic-in (Mono) |
DAC | THD+N (Stereo) : 0.0001% |
Power | PCI-e bus power |
Recommended Usage | Gaming |
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS | For Windows® OS
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PACKAGE CONTENTS |
WARRANTY1-year Limited Hardware Warranty |