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Creative Sound BlasterX AE-5 PLUS
2020internalfor headphonesoptical
Suitable for:gaming
Number of channels:7.1
Interface:PCI-E
DAC bit depth:32 bit
ADC bit depth:24 bit
The sound card is based on the ESS ES9016K2M SABER32 Ultra DAC. The DAC supports a maximum bit depth of 32 bits and a sampling rate of up to 384 kHz, a dynamic range of 122 dB, a THD plus noise of 0.00032%.
The BlasterX Acoustic Engine sound processor consists of two chips: CA0113-4AG HF and CA0132-4AN HF. The Xamp amplifier, assembled from four L4562 chips, uses a dual mono circuit with four discrete BD139 transistors and four capacitors.
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CREATIVE Sound Blaster PCIe Gaming Sound Card and DAC with Dolby Digital a

SUPPORTS DOLBY DIGITAL AND DTS – Now with support for Dolby Digital Live and DTS Encoding for even more delivery options to y... moreour external audio devices! The AE-5 Plus also supports 5.1 discrete and 7.1 virtual surround, as well as Sound Blaster’s Surround Virtualization technology POWERFUL DISCRETE HEADPHONE AMP – Sound BlasterX AE-5 Plus features Xamp, our custom-designed discrete headphone amp that utilizes bi-amplification technology to power each earcup individually with 1Ω output impedance and drives studio-grade headphones of up to 600Ω, including high-end planar-magnetic headphones PRISTINE AUDIO QUALITY – Featuring the SABRE32 ultra-class PCI-e DAC to deliver up to 32-bit / 384 kHz playback with a 122 dB DNR, ultra-low distortion and jitter, the AE-5 Plus is more than capable of hi-res audio for games, music, and movies. put simply, for discerning audio lovers of any kind, the AE-5 Plus is set to blow past your expectations with pristine audio and powerful performance RGB YOUR GAMING RIG – The AE-5 Plus has customizable RGB LEDs on its body, and also features an included RGB LED strip. Enjoy a symphony of lights and sound with 16.8 million colors in different patterns to choose from, all via the Sound Blaster Command software for PC INDUSTRY-LEADING AUDIO PROCESSING – The Sound BlasterX AE-5 Plus rides on Sound Blaster’s long legacy of audio processing and enhancements, available through the Sound Blaster Command software and featuring fully customizable audio processing technologies to deliver clearer vocals, accurate cues, and bass boost
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Creative Labs Sound BlasterX AE-5 Plus Internal 5.1 channels PCI-E 70SB174

Creative Labs Sound BlasterX AE-5 Plus Internal 5.1 channels PCI-E
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Creative 70SB174000003

SOUND BLASTERX AE-5 PLUS.High-resolution PCI-e gaming sound card and DAC with RGB lighting, Dolby Digital Live and DTS encodi... moreng.Sound BlasterX AE-5 Plus:Now with Dolby Digital Live and DTS encoding to give you more surround sound output options.Be one of the OPs who can proudly show off their gaming rigs at r/battlestations Sound BlasterX AE-5 Plus has a perfect combination of aesthetics and performance offering a high-resolution SABRE32 ultra-class PCI-e gaming card and DAC with customizable RGB LEDs in its structure, also including an RGB LED strip.It also offers our award-winning Xamp discrete headphone amplifier using bi-amping technology, plus the full collection of industry-leading audio processing technologies, including surround sound virtualization.Custom discrete Xamp headphone biamp.Unlock the full potential of your award-winning headphones.Powerful headphones need a high-quality headphone amplifier to deliver extraordinary audio performance, and this is where the Sound BlasterX AE-5 Plus comes into play.The high-resolution sound card features Xamp, our custom-designed discrete headphone bi-amplifier.Typical Headphone Amplifier.In a classic headphone amplifier, the left and right channels are amplified at the same time with the same amplifier IC.Xamp discrete headphone amplification.In the discrete a very low output impedance of 1 Ω, which supports studio-quality headphones up to 600 Ω, including high-end headphones with planar-magnetic technology.The end result? Silky smooth audio in any audio scene, no matter how dynamic or complicated.For those occasions when you need a break from gaming, -classSound BlasterX AE-5 Plus is a SABER-Class PCI-e DAC perfect for high-resolution sound for games, music and movies.It delivers extremely clear 122 dB DNR audio streaming at up to 32-bit/384 kHz playback with ultra-low distortion and jitter.Aurora Reactive lighting system.Enjoy a symphony of light and sound with the Aurora Reactive lighting system.The Sound BlasterX AE-5 Plus has customizable RGB LEDs on its housing and also includes an RGB LED strip.Program up to 16.8 million colors in different patterns with the free downloadable Sound Blaster Command software for PC.Sound Blaster Acoustic Engine.The Sound BlasterX AE-5 Plus builds on the Sound Blaster legacy of audio processing and enhancements, available through Sound Blaster Command software.Sound Blaster Acoustic Engine is a fully customizable suite of audio processing technologies that delivers new levels of audio immersion and precision for the ultimate competitive advantage.These sound technologies create unprecedented levels of acoustic realism, including fantastic surround sound effects for your speakers and headphones.Scout Mode.Are you prepared for an unfair advantage? The Sound BlasterX AE-5 Plus features Scout Mode, a technology that enhances important audio cues in games, such as footsteps or weapon switching sounds.This will allow you to determine the location of your
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Creative Creative Sound BlasterX AE-5 Plus PCI Audio Interface 70SB1740000

The Sound BlasterX AE-5 Plus is a perfect convergence between aesthetics and performance that features a SABRE32 ultra-class... morehi-res PCI-e gaming sound card and DAC with customizable RGB LEDs on its body, and comes with an included RGB LED strip. It also features award-winning Xamp discrete headphone amp that utilizes a bi-amplification technology, as well as full suite of industry-leading audio processing technologies including Surround Virtualization.Maximize your prized headset's potential! Powerful headsets require audiophile-grade headphone amplifier to drive outstanding audio performance, and that's where Sound BlasterX AE-5 Plus comes in. The hi-res sound card features Xamp, custom-designed discrete headphone bi-amplifier. It also features an ultra-low 1Ω headphone output impedance that can drive studio-grade headphones of up to 600Ω, including high-end planar-magnetic headphones.Transform your gaming audio into immersive, theatrical audio! On top of support for Dolby Digital Live and DTS Connect Encoding, the Sound BlasterX AE-5 Plus also features discrete 5.1 on speakers, and up to 7.1 virtual surround on both speakers and headphones.Activate Scout Mode to give yourself a distinct tactical advantage! This tried and tested technology enhances important in-game audio cues—such as footsteps and weapon switching sounds—allowing you to quickly and accurately pinpoint your opponents' location before they pinpoint yours! MP3 / Line In: Yes AUX IN: Yes Microphone Input: Yes Optical Out: Yes Compatibility: Windows 7;Windows 8.1;Windows 10 Sample Rate: 384 kHz;32 bits Тype: PCI Sound Card Package Contents: Extension Cable;LED Light;Manual Compatible with: Windows Headphone Output: Yes Made in: China Phantom Power: No ADAT: No Instrument Inputs: No Number of Preamps: 1 MIDI Interface: No Number of Outputs: 4 Number of Input Ports: 2 Analogue Outputs: 4 Line Output: 2 Line Inputs: 1 S/PDIF: No
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Creative Labs Sound BlasterX AE-5 Plus Internal 5.1 channels PCI-E 70SB174

Hi-res PCI-e Gaming Sound Card and DAC with RGB Lighting Dolby Digital Live and DTS Encoding UPGRADE PROGRAM FOR SOUND BLA... moreSTERX AE-5 CUSTOMERS Customers who purchased the Sound BlasterX AE-5 (non-Plus version) directly from creative.com in the last 90 days now have the option of returning the product back to us. This option is only available to those who would like to upgrade to the Sound Blaster AE-5 Plus for additional Dolby Digital and DTS support. Sound BlasterX AE-5 PlusNow with Dolby Digital Live and DTS Encoding for more surround sound delivery options! Be one of the proud OPs showing off their gaming rigs on r/battlestations! The Sound BlasterX AE-5 Plus is a perfect convergence between aesthetics and performance that features a SABRE32 ultra-class hi-res PCI-e gaming sound card and DAC with customizable RGB LEDs on its body and comes with an included RGB LED strip. It also features our award-winning Xamp discrete headphone amp that utilizes a bi-amplification technology as well as our full suite of industry-leading audio processing technologies including Surround Virtualization. Custom Xamp Discrete Headphone Bi-amp Maximize your prized headset's potential! Powerful headsets require audiophile-grade headphone amplifier to drive outstanding audio performance and that's where Sound BlasterX AE-5 Plus comes in. The hi-res sound card features Xamp our custom-designed discrete headphone bi-amplifier. Typical Headphone Amp In a typical headphone amp your left and right channels are amplified all at once using the same amplifier IC. Xamp Headphone Amp In Xamp discrete headphone bi-amp each audio channel is individually amplified allowing the Sound BlasterX AE-5 Plus to deliver pristine audio fidelity in an unaltered lossless model to each earcup regardless of demand. It also features an ultra-low 1 headphone output impedance that can drive studio-grade headphones of up to 600 including high-end planar-magnetic headphones. The end result? Silky smooth audio regardless of how dynamic or demanding the current audio scene may be. From times when you need a break from gaming the Xamp also satisfies even the most demanding needs of audiophiles seeking for music in its original form and appreciate music the way it is intended to be. SABRE-class DAC The Sound BlasterX AE-5 Plus is a SABRE-class PCI-e DAC that is perfect for high resolution audio for games music and movies. It delivers extremely clean 122 dB DNR audio stream at up to 32-bit / 384 kHz playback with ultra-low distortion and jitter. Aurora Reactive Lighting System Enjoy a symphony of lights and sound with the Aurora Reactive Lighting System! The Sound BlasterX AE-5 Plus has customizable RGB LEDs on its body and also features an included RGB LED strip. Program up to 16.8 million colors in different patterns with the free downloadable Sound Blaster Command software for PC. Surround Sound Technologies Transform your gaming audio into immersive theatrical
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Creative Creative Sound BlasterX AE-5 Plus

PCIe Sound Card / PCIe / Supported System 7.1 / 1 x Digital Outputs / 1 x Microphone Inputs
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Creative Sound BlasterX AE-5 Plus SABRE32-class Hi-res 32-bit/384 kHz PCIe

SUPPORTS DOLBY DIGITAL AND DTS – Now with support for Dolby Digital Live and DTS Encoding for even more delivery options to y... moreour external audio devices The AE-5 Plus also supports 5.1 discrete and 7.1 virtual surround, as well as Sound Blaster’s Surround Virtualization technology POWERFUL DISCRETE HEADPHONE AMP – Sound BlasterX AE-5 Plus features Xamp, our custom-designed discrete headphone amp that utilizes bi-amplification technology to power each earcup individually with 1 ohm output impedance and drives studio-grade headphones of up to 600Ω, including high-end planar-magnetic headphones PRISTINE AUDIO QUALITY – Featuring the SABRE32 ultra-class PCI-e DAC to deliver up to 32-bit / 384 kHz playback with a 122 dB DNR, ultra-low distortion and jitter, the AE-5 Plus is more than capable of hi-res audio for games, music, and movies. put simply, for discerning audio lovers of any kind, the AE-5 Plus is set to blow past your expectations with pristine audio and powerful performance RGB YOUR GAMING RIG – The AE-5 Plus has customizable RGB LEDs on its body, and also features an included RGB LED strip. Enjoy a symphony of lights and sound with 16.8 million colors in different patterns to choose from, all via the Sound Blaster Command software for PC INDUSTRY-LEADING AUDIO PROCESSING – The Sound BlasterX AE-5 Plus rides on Sound Blaster’s long legacy of audio processing and enhancements, available through the Sound Blaster Command software and featuring fully customizable audio processing technologies to deliver clearer vocals, accurate cues, and bass boost
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A new beginning

Creative Sound BlasterX AE-5 Plus is an updated version of the basic sound card of the eminent Singaporean brand. Compared to the previous AE-5, it received support for hardware encoding of Dolby Digital Live and Digital Theater System multi-channel digital audio, which is widely used, for example, in computer games. As before, AE-5 Plus is made in the form factor of a single-slot PCI-E 3.0 x1 expansion card.

sound and light

In addition to being powered by a PCIe connector (25 W), Sound BlasterX AE-5 Plus is connected to the Molex connector of a computer power supply. But it is needed not to power the audio path, but to operate the Aurora Reactive RGB lighting of the card casing and an additional LED strip supplied in the kit. It is with this in mind that Creative has listed the AE-5 Plus as part of its Sound BlasterX gaming line. In addition to the decorative function, the casing also performs shielding of electromagnetic interference.

Well-coordinated tandem

The audio processor of the BlasterX AE-5 Plus is Creative's own Sound Core3D. And the digital-to-analogue converter from the American company ESS, respected in the audiophile environment, is Saber 9016. This tandem results in solid even by the standards of a music lover, not to mention a gamer, 32-bit and 384 kHz of the maximum resolution of Hi-Res sound reproduction, quite wide dynamic range of 116 dB and at the same time a very low coefficient of non-linear distortion of 0.0009%.

Analogue and digital

The BlasterX AE-5 Plus interface panel has five analogue 3.5mm audio jacks: headphone, microphone, front speakers, rear and subwoofer. The headphone jack is made with four pins and allows you to connect headsets with a twin plug, the microphone will also work in this case. The sixth connector is digital S/PDIF. As a result, the Creative Sound BlasterX AE-5 Plus is a top-end internal sound card by gaming standards and sound by audiophile standards. If you definitely need an external sound system with approximately the same functionality and sound quality, take a closer look at the Sound BlasterX G6.

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