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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,

Echo Layla 3G

$420.00 to $499.00



w/ Breakout Box and 2 Phantom Powered Microphone Inputs and Tracktion Software - Mac OS X and Windows

Manufacturer:Echo Product MPNKey FeaturesTechnical FeaturesWarrantyMiscellaneous
MPNLAYLA3G
Card Interface   PCI-X
Output Mode   7.1 Channel Surround
Bit Depth   24-bit
Form Factor   External Device and Plug-In Card
Compatible Audio StandardsAC-3 • DTS • ASIO 2
External Hub Connectors1 x Headphone Out • 1 x Coaxial SPDIF In/Out • 1 x MIDI In / Out • 1 x Optical Digital Input • 1 x Optical Digital Output • 2 x Microphone in • 6 x line in • 2 x XLR
Frequency ResponseMax. Sample Rate   96 kHz
Sound Synthesis MethodMIDI
Warranty1 Year
Package ContentPCI Card • I/O Console
Package Qty1
UPC090875800218


Tags:

echo, layla, 3g,

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,


StarTech.com (PCISOUND4CH)


The PCISOUND4CH creates a rich audio experience for even the most discerning multi-media enthusiast. The card includes a microphone port for applications requiring audio input (voice chat etc.), 2 audio output ports for rich, clear sound, a Line-In port for adding auxiliary devices to your setup, and for the gamer, the card includes a midi port for using your serial joysticks/gamepads.Minimize


PPA International (1431)


The superb PPA Model 1431 sound card delivers great audio quality to your PC at a remarkably affordable cost. It’s offers great performance for games and musical entertainment! This versatile sound card features HRTF-based 3D extension positional audio, Microsoft DirectSound 3D support, 6-channel 16-bit DAC, DLS-based Wavetable music synthesizer, Direct Music support, Game port and 16-bits full duplex CODEC.Minimize


Voyetra Turtle Beach Riviera


Riviera is an affordable, high quality sound card for enjoying immersive PC game play and multi-channel DVD audio, MP3 or other digital PC game play and multi-channel DVD audio, MP3 or other digital music enhanced with the fullness of multi-speaker surround sound. With selectable 2, 4 or 6 channel outputs, plus a digital S/PDIF output for pass-through of Dolby Digital and DTSmulti-channelDVD sound, Riviera's feature-rich surround sound environment makes it a perfect upgrade for the stereo sound capabilities of typical PCs.Minimize


Sound Blaster X-Fi


Get more out of your Sound Blaster X-Fi enabled PC! The Sound Blaster X-Fi I/O Drive upgrade kit adds a dedicated headphone jack, additional audio connectivity and a wireless remote control for an even better entertainment experience.