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Diamond Multimedia XtremeSound XS51

$17.00 to $30.00



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

Manufacturer:Diamond Multimedia Product MPNKey FeaturesTechnical FeaturesMiscellaneous
MPNXS51
Card Interface   PCI
Output Mode   5.1 Channel Surround
Bit Depth   16-bit
Form Factor   Plug-In Card
Compatible Audio StandardsDTS • Dolby Digital EX • A3D • EAX
On Board Connectors1 x Microphone In • 1 x 15-pin MIDI/ Joystick • 1 x Surround Front • 1 x Surround Center/Sub • 1 x Surround Rear
Max. Sample Rate   48 kHz
Package Qty1
UPC00757448003314


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diamond, multimedia, xtremesound, xs51,

M-Audio FireWire Lightpipe Interface

$399.00 to $434.00



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

Manufacturer:M-Audio Key FeaturesTechnical FeaturesMiscellaneous
Card Interface   FireWire (IEEE 1394)
Output Mode   Stereo
Bit Depth   24-bit
Form Factor   External
Compatible Audio StandardsASIO 2
Signal to Noise Ratio (SNR)108 dB
External Hub Connectors1 x RCA • 1 x MIDI In / Out
Frequency ResponseMax. Sample Rate   96 kHz
Package Qty1
UPC612391350406


Tags:

m-audio, firewire, lightpipe, interface,

StarTech.com Startech 7CH DUAL PROFILE PCI-SCARD 24B - PCISOUND7

$23.00 to $42.00



This high quality 7.1 surround sound PCI sound card is the ideal audio solution for gaming and media based computers, supporting full-duplex operation with 8 outbound streams and 2 simultaneous input streams.

Manufacturer:StarTech.com Product MPNKey FeaturesTechnical FeaturesWarrantyMiscellaneous
MPNPCISOUND7
Card Interface   PCI
Output Mode   7.1 Channel Surround
Bit Depth   24-bit
Form Factor   Plug-In Card
Compatible Audio StandardsDTS • DTS-ES • Dolby Digital EX
On Board Connectors1 x Microphone In • 1 x Line In
Max. Sample Rate   48 kHz
Warranty2 Years
Package Qty1
UPC65030835268


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startech.com, startech, 7ch, dual, profile, pci-scard, 24b, -, pcisound7,

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

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

Sabrent 6-Channel 5.1 3D Surround Sound


Built around the remarkable CMI8738 chipset, Sabrent's 6-Channel 5.1 Surround Sound 3D PCI Sound card delivers exceptionally high audio quality at an incredibly low price! This superb card produces crisp, clear sound fidelity that rivals the finest cinematic experience. You'll enjoy compelling 3D audio and 5.1 sound on multiple speakers. Supports EAXTM, Karaoke key, Echo sound effects and includes high performance dual game port. Fully compatible with Sound Blaster, Sound Blaster Pro and Direct Sound. You can even use this sound card to customize Internet audio with the power of surround sound and EAX audio technologies! A superior product at an amazingly low price! Hurry, while supplies last!Minimize

ASUS XONARD2


ASUS Xonar D2 audio card, dedicated to be the best audio card for gaming and home entertainments, provides unprecedented 118dB In/Out SNR audio quality and features for games, music and movies. Combining 192k/24bit ultra fidelity input and output at with a suite of Dolby and DTS sound technologies and abundant valuable software, the Xonar D2 is well designed to upgrade your PC to a powerful and high-quality Home Entertainment Center, which you will never have with onboard audio or other sound cards!Minimize