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Clicked 12 times in the last monthCreativeCreative - Sound Blaster GC7 Next Gen Gaming USB Soundcard
Main highlights- ON-THE-FLY CONTROLS WITH PROGRAMMABLE BUTTONS | The Sound Blaster GC7 is ergonomically designed with simple and intuitive one-handed controls for quick adjustments on the fly. It also comes with 4 fully programmable buttons that you can customize with your favorite audio profiles, or program your own macros for some quick maneuvers during a live stream. You can even customize it further with your preferred RGB lighting colors to match the device colors with the rest of your setup
- HUNT DOWN YOUR ENEMIES | Sound Blaster GC7 comes with both SXFI BATTLE Mode and Scout Mode, so you can choose the best weapon for your gameplay. BATTLE Mode makes perfect use of Super X-Fi technology to bring you realistic audio cues with both direction and distance, allowing you to pinpoint the exact position of a sound source. Scout Mode focuses on detection—enhancing audio cues and bringing them closer to your ears so you can pick up the faintest sounds made by your enemies instantly
- DUAL DSP WITH INCREDIBLE AUDIO PROCESSING | Equipped with both Super X-Fi and Sound Blaster audio technologies, the Sound Blaster GC7 offers you top-tier audio processing capabilities. Immerse in the hyper-realistic audio holography from Super X-Fi that recreates the soundstage of a multi-speaker system in your headphones; or experience Sound Blaster’s full suite of audio enhancements that has been fine-tuned over 30 years, and customize your audio to your liking for both speakers and headphones
- BALANCE GAME AND CHAT AUDIO | Increase your chat volume during the strategy meeting on discord, then turn it back down to focus on the game without leaving your game screen! Simply turn the GameVoice Mix control knob to adjust the game and chat volume when you need to! The Sound Blaster GC7 is angled at the perfect position to facilitate one-handed control from any gaming setup, so you can make adjustments without even looking away from your screen
- AUDIOPHILE-CLASS DAC FOR PRISTINE AUDIO | At the core of the Sound Blaster GC7 is the AKM4377 Audiophile-class DAC which offers lower noise floor, lower distortion, and more distinct individual sound effects. Stream at up to 24-bit / 192 kHz PCM playback and enjoy high-quality audio regardless of which source you’re using. On top of the solid audio playback, you can also indulge yourself in a cinematic experience with up to 7.1 virtual surround on both headphones and speakers, and Dolby Audio
9.8Exceptional
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CreativeCreative Sound Blaster X4 External USB DAC Amp with Super X-Fi, 7.1 Surround, Optical I/O, Mic/Headset/Line-in - For PC and Mac
8.9 Sound level8.7 audio quality8.4 for playing video gamesWhy we love it
Exceptional surround sound experience.
Versatile connectivity options.
Enhanced communication features.
9.6Exceptional
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Creative25% OffCreative Labs Sound Blaster Play! 3 External USB Sound Adapter for Windows and Mac. Plug and Play (No Drivers Required). Upgrade to 24-Bit 96Khz Playback
9.9 materials Quality9.5 worth the money9.5 Noise levelWhy we love it
Easy setup with no drivers required.
Enhances sound quality significantly.
Compatible with most headphones and microphones.
9.4Excellent
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SABRENT30% OffSABRENT USB External Stereo Sound Adapter for Windows and Mac. Plug and Play No Drivers Needed. (AU-MMSA)
8.4 lasts a long time8.4 materials Quality8.0 audio qualityWhy we love it
Plug and play, no drivers needed.
Compact and lightweight design.
Reduces noise and feedback effectively.
9.3Excellent
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UGREENUGREEN External Sound Card Jack USB Adapter for Computer, PS5, PS4, Audio Stereo Adapter External Sound Card (Black)
9.7 Simple to use8.9 Noise level8.7 audio qualityWhy we love it
Improves sound quality significantly.
Easy plug-and-play installation.
Compatible with multiple devices.
9.2Excellent
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StarTech.comStarTech.com 7.1 USB Sound Card - External Sound Card for Laptop with SPDIF Digital Audio - Sound Card for PC - Silver (ICUSBAUDIO7D)
8.2 lasts a long time8.2 audio quality8.2 Sound levelWhy we love it
Enhances audio quality significantly.
Supports multiple audio channel outputs.
Easy plug-and-play setup.
9.1Excellent
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QAJOPFN17% OffQAJOPFN USB Audio Adapter, External Sound Card for PC and Laptop, USB to 3.5mm(1/8 inch) Audio Adapter for Headphone, Speaker and Microphone Jack, Plug and Play
Main highlights- WIDE COMPATIBILITY: The USB A to 3.5mm jack audio adapter is compatible with Windows 10/11, Linux, PS5, PS4, PCs, laptops, speakers, external TRS microphones, headphones and more. But please note that it only supports devices that can recognize USB audio driver properly, not TV or car.
- THE FINEST SOUND CARD SUBSTITUTE: The QAJOPFN USB Audio Adapter is perfect substitute for your malfunctioning sound card or audio port. It extends the 3.5mm mono microphone input and speaker-headphone output via the USB port, allowing you to connect small speakers, headphones, microphones, dual-plug headphones and more.
- EXCELLENT FUNCTIONS: The QAJOPFN external PC audio sound card utilizes a built-in DAC high-resolution IC to provide you with high-fidelity audio, avoiding electromagnetic interference and making the sound clearer. It supports plug-and-play and is powered via USB without external power.
- CONVENIENT AND EASY TO USE: The QAJOPFN USB Audio Adapter provides a simple and easy to use experience, just plug it in and go. It is lightweight and portable, suitable for use in a variety of scenarios such as home, office, travel and more. Whether you are listening to music, watching movies or voice calls, it will bring you excellent audio effects.
- AUDIO INTERFACE: The QAJOPFN USB sound card provides an alternative solution to damaged desktop sound cards, allowing you to use headphones for plug-and-play sound. However, please note that it only supports mono microphone TRS, not TS or TRRS.
8.8Very Good
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PHOINIKAST10 External Sound Card, PHOINIKAS USB Audio Adapter for PC Windows, Mac, Linux, Laptops, Desktops, Stereo Sound Card with 3.5mm Interface & USB Interface, Volume Control, Plug & Play (6-in-1, Black)
8.9 Sheerness8.7 Sound level8.4 lasts a long timeWhy we love it
Plug and play, no drivers needed.
Boosts audio and connects multiple devices.
Affordable sound card replacement.
8.7Very Good
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CreativeCreative Sound Blaster X4 External USB DAC Amp with Super X-Fi, 7.1 Surround, Optical I/O, Mic/Headset/Line-in - for PC and Mac (Renewed)
Main highlights- IMPROVED COMMUNICATION WITH SMARTCOMMS KIT AND CRYSTALVOICE - Features our SmartComms Kit, a suite of smart communication features that simplify the way you take work calls on Windows 10 platform. Turn on VoiceDetect to auto mute and unmute your mic, or get rid of static background noise in your own environment as well as the other parties' via our two-way noise cancellation feature NoiseClean. In tandem, CrystalVoice technology enhances voice for clear recordings and in-game communications
- GAME AND HEAR YOUR WAY – Choose between SXFI BATTLE Mode or Scout and get to winning your FPS game. Configure each element of your audio settings or switch them off completely via the Creative app. Access the full range of audio adjustments via the PC app, or make quick adjustments to your EQ settings from your phone. All these are powered by our Sound Blaster’s audio promise with 114 dB audio clarity and hi-res 192 kHz/24-bit playback
- EASY ACCESS TO ALL CONTROLS - Pick between three EQ modes or re-program them, and save your settings on the device. There are also the Direct Mic Mute, Direct Mode, Super X-Fi and SXFI BATTLE Mode on/off buttons, as well as a speaker (Line-out) and headphones switch button. After a one-time setup, instantly adjust the volume levels between two audio sources (SPDIF / Optical / USB) with the Audio Balance feature via the volume knob, perfect for communicating with music on
- CONNECT WITH EVERYTHING - With a newly added optical-in port, it is now much easier to connect multiple audio devices, from external microphones and headsets, to platforms like your PC, Mac, gaming consoles, and even your multi-channel speaker systems. Just power up the Sound Blaster X4 via the USB-C port, and enjoy high-quality audio with everything. The Sound Blaster X4 is also a headphone amplifier that is capable of driving studio-grade headphones of up to 600Ω
- 7.1 DISCRETE SURROUND WITH SUPER X-FI AND DOLBY DIGITAL LIVE - Supports up to 7.1 discrete for multi-channel speakers and virtual for headphones
8.6Very Good
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Creative20% OffSound BlasterX G6 Hi-Res 130dB 32bit/384kHz Gaming DAC, External USB Sound Card with Xamp Headphone Amp, Dolby Digital, 7.1 Virtual Surround Sound, Sidetone/Speaker Control for PS4, Xbox One
9.3 Easy installation9.3 audio quality9.1 Sound levelWhy we love it
Compact and powerful audio enhancement.
Easy setup and versatile connectivity.
Customizable sound with EQ presets.
8.5Good
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