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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

MPN	MDOPF2626
Card Interface	FireWire (IEEE 1394)
Output Mode	7.1 Channel Surround
Bit Depth	24-bit
Form Factor	External
Compatible Audio Standards	ASIO
Signal to Noise Ratio (SNR)	109 dB
External Hub Connectors	1 x MIDI In / Out • 2 x Coaxial S/PDIF Out
Frequency Response		Max. Sample Rate	192 kHz
Release Date	Q1, 2008
Package Qty	1
UPC	612391350369

Tags:

m-audio, profire, 2626,

Sound Blaster Live! 24-bit External

$60.00

The Sound Blaster Live! 24-bit External sound card will turn any vanilla PC sound system into a audio powerhouse. This ultra-affordable upgrade allows you to start enjoying an audio experience and quality that's not possible with basic on-board audio thanks to 24-Bit ADVANCED HD and EAX ADVANCED HD technologies. With the Sound Blaster Live! 24-bit External sound card, your music will never have sounded better and you'll even be able to convert your old tapes or vinyl to digital audio. Finally your games will come alive while you're immersed in 5.1 surround sound. All this in a simple USB solution that installs in seconds.Minimize

Manufacturer:Creative Technology Product MPNKey FeaturesTechnical FeaturesWarrantyMiscellaneous

MPN	SB0490
Card Interface	USB
Output Mode	5.1 Channel Surround
Bit Depth	24-bit
Form Factor	External
Compatible Audio Standards	EAX
External Hub Connectors	1 x Optical SPDIF In/Out • 1 x Microphone In • 1 x Surround Front • 1 x Surround Center/Sub • 1 x Surround Rear • 1 x line out
Max. Sample Rate	96 kHz
Sound Synthesis Method	Wavetable
Warranty	1 Year
Release Date	4 November, 2004
Package Qty	1
UPC	054651073517

Tags:

sound, blaster, live, 24-bit, external,

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

MPN	CE-S00012-S2
Card Interface	USB
Output Mode	7.1 Channel Surround
Form Factor	External Device and Plug-In Card
Compatible Audio Standards	A3D • EAX
Signal to Noise Ratio (SNR)	93.1 dB
Frequency Response		Audio Amplifier	Integrated
Package Qty	1
UPC	662774000480

Tags:

siig, usb, soundwave, 7.1,

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

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.

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