Creative Sound Blaster X5

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• AUDIOPHILE-GRADE COMPONENTS - Be ready for exceptionally pristine audio in 32-bit / 384 kHz over PCM at up to 130 dB DNR, made possible by two Cirrus Logic CS43198 DACs that can also decode audio formats in DoP128 and DSD256. With an extremely low THD+N rating of ~0.00018% (-115 dB) and ASIO 2.2 playback and recording over USB and S/PDIF, enjoy audio in its purest form
• FULLY BALANCED XAMP HEADPHONE BI-AMP - Sound Blaster X5 is equipped with our custom-designed Xamp discrete headphone bi-amplifier technology that amplifies and drives each earcup individually, eliminating noise caused by in-circuit interference, and keeping crosstalk to a minimum. The fully balanced audio can then be delivered through a 4.4 mm gold-plated headphones output connector for an accurate reproduction of the original audio content in its most authentic form
• BLUETOOTH RECEIVER WITH USB HOST PORT - The USB DAC sports a Bluetooth receiver that supports AAC audio codec; connect a wireless audio transmitter to the dedicated USB-A host audio port, stream audio from your preferred device, and play audio wirelessly to your Bluetooth headset. This USB-A host audio port also works with external USB speakers, microphones, and headsets for extra flexibility
• VARIOUS CONNECTIVITY OPTIONS - Choose from two-way RCA and TOSLINK Optical connectors, a gold-plated 3.5 mm Microphone-in port with an easy-to-access mic gain knob, as well as a convenient USB-C audio port that also powers the Sound Blaster X5 via a single cable for fuss-free audio enjoyment. For versatility, the Sound Blaster X5 also features a ubiquitous gold-plated 3.5 mm headphones port for easy connectivity to your commonplace headphones
• EASY-TO-ACCESS CONTROLS - The Sound Blaster X5 features an entire getup of front-mounted buttons and switches that are easy-to-access and intuitive for everyone. Activate the customizable DSP-controlled EQ button, instantly increase or decrease mic / headphones input gain, mute or unmute your microphone, or turn off all processing with Direct Mode switch; all the convenience are at your fingertips
• 🎮 Gaming focused
• 🎛️ Built-in EQ profiles
• ⚡ DAC stronger than amp