Creative Sound Blaster X4 Hi-Res 7.1 External USB DAC & Amp Sound Card

Your all-in-one audio upgrade starts here Creative Sound Blaster X4 Hi-Res 7.1 External USB DAC & Amp Sound Card features 3 surround sound technologies and 7 I/O connectors.   Key Features of the Creative Sound Blaster X4 Hi-Res 7.1 External USB DAC & Amp Sound Card Up to 7.1 discrete for multi-channel speakers Super X-Fi Headphone Holography SmartComms Kit with auto mute and two-way noise cancellation Creative app via USB on Windows PC and Mac for full audio customization CrystalVoice for clear recordings and in-game communications MULTI-CHANNEL SURROUND #TeamSpeakers or #TeamHeadphones? Why not both? The Sound Blaster X4 supports up to 7.1 discrete and virtual audio channels, so you won't have to compromise on the way you enjoy your audio. It is also capable of incredible sound performance—acoustics depth and detail—giving a new lease of life to your headphones and speakers. Also, it offers not just one, but three different surround sound delivery options. Feel free to discover the unique characteristics of each surround option, try them out on different types of media content, and maybe—relive that favorite piece of yours in a whole new light. Super X-Fi Headphone Holography More than just surround technology, Super X-Fi is our award-winning audio technology that captures the listening experience of a high-end multi-speaker system in a professional studio to recreates the same expansive experience in headphones. Without missing out on audio cues and immersive ambient effects, you'll be able to hear the details effortlessly from your headphones—especially spoken dialogs in shows—with natural and lifelike soundstage that's deeply immersive and highly realistic, akin to the movie theaters. Sound Blaster Surround Virtualization We've been in this space for a long time—more than 30 years to boot. With our renowned Surround Virtualization technology, expect top-tier surround processing made possible through our highly optimized algorithms. To put it simply, these algorithms intelligently identify and enhance the spatial information of the incoming audio, and optimize it for the chosen output format, drawing you to where the action is for a complete and immersive auditory experience. Dolby Digital Live For Windows users, the Sound Blaster X4 also features Dolby Digital Live for convenient encoding of any audio sources to multi-channel surround sound in real-time, all while transmitting data using only a single optical cable solution for decoding in a home theater system. Connect Everything You asked, we've listened: The optical-in port is now on the Sound Blaster X4. With the Sound Blaster X4 and its 7 I/O connectors, it's now much easier to connect multiple audio devices! From external microphones and headsets, to platforms like your PC, Mac, gaming consoles, and even your multi-channel speaker systems—this practically converts your desktop setup into an audio hub. Speaker systems Breathe new life into your surround speaker system! The line-out ports consisting of Front, Side, Rear, and Center / Sub ports allow you to connect your 2.1, 5.1, and even 7.1 speakers for outstanding audio clarity. Coupled with 7.1 discrete and virtual support, refresh your same old speakers with a new sound identity. Powering the Sound Blaster X4 The USB-C port makes it easy for you to power up the device right on your desktop once the connection is made. And when connected to platforms like PC and Mac, the USB-C connection is used for both power and audio, making it super convenient (with less mess) to set up. PS4™ (with voice chat), Blu-ray, Set-top boxes, TV, mobile devices Chat in-game with your teammates on PS4 and enjoy the Sound Blaster X4's enhanced audio delivery at the same time with the newly added optica...