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ASUS ASUS XONAR DX PCI EXPRESS 1.0 RET

$79.00 to $132.00



The whole audio architecture landscape has been changed. This has resulted in teething problems for gamers - with the possibility of losing all surround sound or hardware accelerated Direct3D and EAX while gaming in the Windows Vista environment.

Manufacturer:ASUS Product MPNKey FeaturesTechnical FeaturesMiscellaneous
MPNXONAR DX 7.1
Card Interface   PCI Express
Bit Depth   24-bit
Form Factor   Plug-In Card
Compatible Audio StandardsDolby Digital EX
Signal to Noise Ratio (SNR)116 dB
On Board Connectors1 x Aux Audio in • 1 x Line In • 1 x SPDIF
Frequency ResponseMax. Sample Rate   192 kHz
Installed Memory   256 MB
Audio AmplifierIntegrated
Package ContentPCI Express Audio Card
Package Qty1
UPC610839034253


Tags:

asus, asus, xonar, dx, pci, express, 1.0, ret,

M-Audio Audiophile 192

$107.00 to $199.00



The Audiophile 192 continues the legacy of M-Audios industry-standard Delta audio card line. Building on our Audiophile 2496one of the worlds most popular audio cardsthe Audiophile 192 features high-definition 192kHz sampling rate, digital I/O, balanced analog I/O and an amazing signal-to-noise ratio.

Manufacturer:M-Audio Product MPNKey FeaturesTechnical FeaturesWarrantyMiscellaneous
MPNUS41750
Card Interface   PCI
Output Mode   Stereo
Bit Depth   24-bit
Form Factor   Plug-In Card
Compatible Audio StandardsPCM • AC-3 • DTS
On Board Connectors1 x 15-pin MIDI/ Joystick • 2 x Line In • 1 x Coaxial Digital Input • 1 x Coaxial Digital Output
Frequency ResponseMax. Sample Rate   192 kHz
Sound Synthesis MethodMIDI
Warranty1 Year
Package ContentPCI Card
Package Qty1
UPC0612391417505


Tags:

m-audio, audiophile, 192,

Sound Blaster X-Fi Fatal1ty FPS

$109.00 to $140.00



The Sound Blaster X-Fi Fatal1ty™ FPS sound card provides stunning 109dB SNR audio quality, accelerates gaming performance and includes 64MB of on-board X-RAM for high performance gaming. With support for EAX® ADVANCED HD™ 5.0, the Sound Blaster X-Fi Fatal1ty FPS card utilizes X-Fi CMSS 3D technology for stunning audio realism over headphones in LAN gaming. The Sound Blaster X-Fi Fatal1ty FPS features a convenient front-facing internal drive bay for easy connectivity, plus the X-Fi IR remote to easily access and control all digital entertainment, and to control the X-Fi 24-bit Crystalizer, X-Fi CMSS 3D, 3DMIDI and EAX. In addition to providing outstanding gaming performance, the Sound Blaster X-Fi Fatal1ty FPS includes all of the standard features, application software, power and performance capabilities of the Sound Blaster X-Fi Platinum and Sound Blaster X-Fi XtremeMusic.Minimize

Manufacturer:Creative Technology Product MPNKey FeaturesTechnical FeaturesWarrantyMiscellaneous
MPN70SB046A00003
Card Interface   PCI
Output Mode   7.1 Channel Surround
Bit Depth   24-bit
Form Factor   External Device and Plug-In Card
Compatible Audio StandardsDTS • DTS-ES • Dolby Digital EX • ASIO 2 • EAX
Signal to Noise Ratio (SNR)109 dB
On Board Connectors1 x Line Level Out • 1 x AD_Link • 1 x FlexiJack (3.5 mm mini jack) • 1 x AUX_IN line-level analog input via 4-pin Molex connector on card
External Hub Connectors1 x Headphone Out • 2 x RCA • 2 x Optical SPDIF In/Out
Frequency ResponseMax. Sample Rate   96 kHz
Installed Memory   64 MB
Warranty1 Year
Package ContentPCI Card • I/O Console • Remote Control • 2 x Batteries (AA) • 3.5 mm (1/8-inch) to 6.35 mm (1/4-inch) plug adapter • 2 x mini MIDI to standard MIDI adapter cables
Package Qty1
UPC054651117983


Tags:

sound, blaster, x-fi, fatal1ty, fps,


Sound Blaster Audigy 4


The Sound Blaster® Audigy 4 delivers immersive 7.1 surround sound for gaming with remote control at an unbeatable price. Hardware-accelerated EAX 4.0 Advanced HD provides real-time interactive audio environments for cinematic in-game audio. DTS-ES and Dolby® Digital EX soundtrack decoding combined with the bundled Entertainment Center and remote bring Home Cinema to the PC. Advanced Resolution DVD-Audio playback is supported in 24 bit/96kHz surround and 24 bit/192 kHz in stereo while CMSS® 3D up-mixes any stereo audio to 7.1. The included Creative Media Source software is a comprehensive tool for creating MP3s, managing a music collection, adding effects and burning custom CD compilations.Minimize


Diamond Multimedia XtremeSound XS51


Diamond Xtreme Sound allows the user to experience high level, theater quality sound while watching videos, listening to music, and playing games all in true 5.1 channel surround sound. This is an essential upgrade for anyone interested in increasing their computer audio experience while freeing up valuable computer system resources.Minimize


X-Fi Xtreme Gamer


Win big with a powerful, completely new audio processing engine that boosts real game performance by up to 15% over motherboard audio and still gives you the fullest audio effects possible!


Auzentech Inc. HDA X-Plosion 7.1 DTS


Experience amazing surround-sound experience and the high-resolution digital audio while playing games, listening to music, or watching movies. With premium Operational Amplifiers (OPAMPS) pre-installed, the X-Plosion 7.1 Cinema sounds even more phenomenal than the original Auzen X-Plosion. The real-time interactive capabilities of DTS and DDL deliver more realistic and more fantastic contents of PC games, music and movies. Unique and luxurious design with gold plated PCB, jacks and metal bracket. Swappable dual DIP type OPAMP upgrades ultimate digital surround sound.Minimize