Products reviews

SIIG USB SoundWave 7.1

$16.00 to $36.00



USB audio adapter - easily add sound to any notebook or desktop computer; Virtual 7.1 channel surround sound provides home-theater quality surround sound via headphones or stereo speakers; Built-in amplifier for rich and powerful sound; Reduces unwanted static and noise from D/A processing; Places speakers to preferred positions without physically moving actual speakers via Speaker Shifter utility; Xear software offers 27 environment effects and 3 environment sizes, plus a 10-band preset equalizer; Plug & Play compatible; No power adapter required, obtains power from the USB port.Minimize

Manufacturer:SIIG Product MPNKey FeaturesTechnical FeaturesMiscellaneous
MPNCE-S00012-S2
Card Interface   USB
Output Mode   7.1 Channel Surround
Form Factor   External Device and Plug-In Card
Compatible Audio StandardsA3D • EAX
Signal to Noise Ratio (SNR)93.1 dB
Frequency Response Audio AmplifierIntegrated
Package Qty1
UPC662774000480


Tags:

siig, usb, soundwave, 7.1,

M-Audio ProFire 2626

$579.00 to $700.00



The ProFire 2626 employs high-quality converters to deliver sampling rates up to 192kHz for pristine, high-definition sound quality. The unit also features critically acclaimed JetPLL technology to provide extremely stable synchronization and eliminate jitter that can degrade audio quality. In addition, the ProFire 2626 allows master or slave operation via internal clock, ADAT optical, S/PDIF and word clock.Minimize

Manufacturer:M-Audio Product MPNKey FeaturesTechnical FeaturesMiscellaneous
MPNMDOPF2626
Card Interface   FireWire (IEEE 1394)
Output Mode   7.1 Channel Surround
Bit Depth   24-bit
Form Factor   External
Compatible Audio StandardsASIO
Signal to Noise Ratio (SNR)109 dB
External Hub Connectors1 x MIDI In / Out • 2 x Coaxial S/PDIF Out
Frequency ResponseMax. Sample Rate   192 kHz
Release DateQ1, 2008
Package Qty1
UPC612391350369


Tags:

m-audio, profire, 2626,

StarTech.com (PCISOUND4CH)

$9.00 to $27.00



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

Manufacturer:StarTech.com Product MPNKey FeaturesTechnical FeaturesWarrantyMiscellaneous
MPNPCISOUND4CH
Card Interface   PCI
Output Mode   4.1 Channel Surround
Bit Depth   16-bit
Form Factor   Plug-In Card
Compatible Audio StandardsEAX
On Board Connectors1 x Aux Audio in • 1 x Microphone In • 1 x Line In • 1 x 15-pin MIDI/ Joystick • 1 x Surround Front • 1 x Surround Rear
Max. Sample Rate   48 kHz
Warranty1 Year
Package Qty1
UPC00065030818223


Tags:

startech.com, pcisound4ch,

Echo Indigo IO


Notebook pro audio recording has never sounded so good, or been this convenient and affordable. Indigo IO offers one stereo 1/8 inch analog input and output on a Type II Cardbus card powered by your notebook computer. It combines this with 24-bit/96kHz converters for the quality you deserve. Also included is a 6 foot audio cable for RCA or 1/4 inch connections. A unique feature of the Indigo IO is the use of virtual outputs. Indigo IO appears to software as if it has eight separate outputs, which are digitally mixed down to the physical outputs using Indigo IO's console software and its on-board DSP. This makes Indigo IO compatible with all popular multi-track software. And, with Echo's multi-client drivers, more than one application (such as an editor and a software synth) can be playing back through Indigo IO at the same time.Minimize

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

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

M-Audio FireWire Lightpipe Interface


The ProFire Lightbridge interfaces up to four Lightpipe devices with a PC or Mac via FireWire—perfect for integrating digital mixers, AD/DA converters and/or ADATs with most popular DAW software. The unit is capable of 32 channels of Lightpipe I/O, two channels of S/PDIF I/O and two-channel analog output for a total of 34 x 36 concurrent channels at 44.1 or 48kHz sample rates.Minimize