Products reviews

PPA International (1431)

$10.00 to $14.00



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

Manufacturer:PPA International Product MPNKey FeaturesTechnical FeaturesMiscellaneous
MPN(1431)
Card Interface   PCI
Output Mode   3D Sound
Bit Depth   16-bit
Form Factor   Plug-In Card
On Board Connectors1 x Microphone In • 1 x Line In • 1 x Line Out
Sound Synthesis MethodWavetable
Package Qty1
UPC833250001431


Tags:

ppa, international, 1431,

Sound Blaster X-Fi Elite Pro

$315.00 to $330.00



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

Manufacturer:Creative Technology Product MPNKey FeaturesTechnical FeaturesMiscellaneous
MPN70SB055A00000
Output Mode   7.1 Channel Surround
Bit Depth   24-bit
Form Factor   External Device and Plug-In Card
Compatible Audio StandardsDTS-ES • Dolby Digital EX • ASIO 2 • EAX
Signal to Noise Ratio (SNR)116 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 • 1 x AD_Link • 2 x Optical SPDIF In/Out • 2 x MIDI In / Out • 1 x DIN jack
Frequency ResponseMax. Sample Rate   192 kHz
Installed Memory   64 MB
Sound Synthesis MethodMIDI
Package ContentPCI Card • I/O Console • Remote Control • 2 x Batteries (AA) • Vertical Stands • 3.5 mm (1/8-inch) to 6.35 mm (1/4-inch) plug adapter • Power Splitter Cable • Volume Control Cable (9-pin DIN) • AD_Link Cable
Package Qty1
UPC5390660095368


Tags:

sound, blaster, x-fi, elite, pro,

ASUS XONARD2

$150.00 to $244.00



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

Manufacturer:ASUS Product MPNKey FeaturesTechnical FeaturesMiscellaneous
MPNXONAR D2X
Card Interface   PCI
Output Mode   7.1 Channel Surround
Form Factor   Plug-In Card
Compatible Audio StandardsDTS • DirectSound • A3D • ASIO 2 • EAX
Max. Sample Rate   192 kHz
Package Qty1
UPC610839030330


Tags:

asus, xonard2,

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

StarTech.com (PCISOUND5CH)


Take your multimedia experience to new limits, with the rich, clear sounds that this 5-channel sound card has to offer. Supporting 5.1 sound for your favorite games and movies.

ASUS Asus Xonar Essence S


ASUS' Xonar Essence ST audio card with world's first precision audio clock tuning offers a revolutionary listening experience.In its search for the purest essence of sound, ASUS have broken the boundaries with the soundcard on the market, the Xonar Essence ST.

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