Products reviews

E-MU1616M

$400.00 to $450.00



E-MU's 1616M Laptop Digital Audio System is the most powerful and portable laptop audio system ever created, offering the same powerful DSP effects, zero-latency monitoring and mastering-grade 24-bit/192kHz A/D and D/A converters of E-MU's best selling PCI Digital Audio Systems. The E-MU CardBus card can be used standalone for its DSP power and studio-quality headphone amp/line output, or plugged into the MicroDock M for a total of 16 inputs and 16 outputs plus two sets of MIDI I/O. E-MU's Laptop Digital Audio Systems ship with ASIO2 and stereo WDM drivers for Windows XP and 2000, as well as the new E-MU Production Tools Software Bundle that includes E-MU's Proteus X LE, as well as software by Cakewalk, Steinberg, Ableton, IK Multimedia, and many more - everything you need to create, record, edit, master and burn your music.Minimize

Manufacturer:Creative Technology Product MPNKey FeaturesTechnical FeaturesMiscellaneous
MPN70EM897006000
Card Interface   PC Card
Output Mode   Stereo
Bit Depth   24-bit
Form Factor   External Device and Plug-In Card
Compatible Audio StandardsASIO 2
Signal to Noise Ratio (SNR)120 dB
External Hub Connectors1 x Headphone Out • 1 x Optical SPDIF In/Out • 1 x Coaxial SPDIF In/Out • 1 x MIDI In / Out • Power Connector • 6 x line in • 6 x line out
Frequency ResponseMax. Sample Rate   192 kHz
Audio AmplifierIntegrated
Sound Synthesis MethodE-mu Systems
Package Qty1
UPC5390660091087


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e-mu1616m,

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


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startech.com, pcisound4ch,

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


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ppa, international, 1431,


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.


ASUS ASUS XONAR DX PCI EXPRESS 1.0 RET


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.


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


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