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 MPN XONAR DX 7.1 Card Interface   PCI Express Bit Depth   24-bit Form Factor   Plug-In Card Compatible Audio Standards Dolby Digital EX Signal to Noise Ratio (SNR) 116 dB On Board Connectors 1 x Aux Audio in • 1 x Line In • 1 x SPDIF Frequency Response Max. Sample Rate   192 kHz Installed Memory   256 MB Audio Amplifier Integrated Package Content PCI Express Audio Card Package Qty 1 UPC 610839034253 Tags: asus, asus, xonar, dx, pci, express, 1.0, ret,

M-Audio ProFire LightBridge $399.00 to $500.00 The ProFire Lightbridge from M-Audio is a FireWire interface, capable of connecting up to four Lightpipe equipped devices, such as an eight-channel preamp, to a PC or Mac computer. The unit provides a total of thirty-four digital inputs and outputs, plus two analog outputs over a single FireWire connection, and is perfect for integrating digital mixers, AD/DA converters and/or ADATs with DAW software.Minimize Manufacturer:M-Audio Product MPNKey FeaturesTechnical FeaturesMiscellaneous MPN 99005181500 Card Interface   FireWire (IEEE 1394) Output Mode   Stereo Bit Depth   24-bit Form Factor   External Signal to Noise Ratio (SNR) -109 dB External Hub Connectors 1 x RCA • 2 x line out Frequency Response Max. Sample Rate   96 kHz Sound Synthesis Method MIDI Package Qty 1 Tags: m-audio, profire, lightbridge,

ASUS ASUS Xonar DS Sound Card - 90-YAA0F0-0UAN00Z $46.00 to $69.00 The Xonar DS boasts 107dB SNR, which is 12 times clearer than most onboard audio solutions. By eliminating 91% of background noise, the Xonar DS lets gamers hear every detail in the game audio, allowing them to locate enemies from a distance and thus giving them the edge in their games. Manufacturer:ASUS Product MPNKey FeaturesTechnical FeaturesMiscellaneous MPN 90-YAA0F0-0UAN00Z Card Interface   PCI Output Mode   7.1 Channel Surround Bit Depth   24-bit Form Factor   Plug-In Card Compatible Audio Standards DirectSound • A3D • EAX Signal to Noise Ratio (SNR) 107 dB On Board Connectors 1 x Microphone In • 1 x Line In • 4 x Line Out Frequency Response Max. Sample Rate   192 kHz Package Qty 1 UPC 610839043149 Tags: asus, asus, xonar, ds, sound, card, -, 90-yaa0f0-0uan00z,

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ASUS ASUS Xonar DS Sound Card - 90-YAA0F0-0UAN00Z

The Xonar DS boasts 107dB SNR, which is 12 times clearer than most onboard audio solutions. By eliminating 91% of background noise, the Xonar DS lets gamers hear every detail in the game audio, allowing them to locate enemies from a distance and thus giving them the edge in their games.

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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

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EMU 0404

E-MU's new 0404 USB 2.0 Audio/MIDI Interface delivers an unparalleled level of audio performance to your PC with premium 24-bit/192kHz A/D and D/A converters, pristine XTC™ mic/line/hi-Z preamps, ultra-low jitter clock and rock-solid stability. From its plug-and-play functionality and hands-on ergonomic design to professional features and signal-to-noise specs that are simply unmatched by any other USB interface on the market, the 0404 USB will forever change your expectations of USB audio.Minimize

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Sound Blaster X-Fi Elite Pro

The Sound Blaster X-Fi Elite Pro features professional-quality digital-to-analog converters (DACs) with 116dB SNR, plus an I/O module with a comprehensive selection of connectivity for audio creation with easy-to-use control knobs for the X-Fi 24-bit Crystalizer, X-Fi CMSS- 3D (Creative Multi-Speaker Surround), 3DMIDI, and EAX. The Sound Blaster X-Fi Elite Pro also features 64MB of on-board X-RAM - audio memory dedicated to higher gaming audio quality and performance, in addition to a built-in pre-amp for direct recording, and high-impedance inputs for electric guitars. The “top of the line” Sound Blaster X-Fi solution, the Elite Pro includes all of the standard features, application software, power and performance capabilities of the entire family of Sound Blaster X-Fi cards, in one ultimate solution.Minimize