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Overview

PCI-E DAC WITH XAMP HEADPHONE BI-AMPAND AUDIO CONTROL MODULE The all new Sound Blaster AE-7 delivers pure and pristine audio quality with the ESS SABRE-class 9018 DAC, which delivers 127 dB DNR & THD of 0.0001% (-120 dB), 32-bit / 384 kHz PCM plus DSD64 playback, and our award-winning Xamp a fully discrete headphone bi-amplifier which amplifies each audio channel individually to deliver incredible audio.

Creative Labs Sound Blaster AE-7

Model: AE-7
Web Code: 14469507
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What's included:

  • Sound Blaster AE-7 (Main Card), Audio Control Module, Quick Start Leaflet, Warranty Leaflets

Creative Sound Blaster AE-7 Hi-Res Internal PCIe Sound Card, Quad-Core Processor, 127dB DNR ESS SABRE-class 9018 DAC, ...Creative Sound Blaster AE-7 Hi-Res Internal PCIe Sound Card, Quad-Core Processor, 127dB DNR ESS SABRE-class 9018 DAC, Xamp Discrete Custom Bi-amp, Discrete 5. 1/Virtual 7. 1, Dolby, DTS Encoding• PRISTINE AUDIO OUTPUT | Supreme audio fidelity with 127 dB DNR hi-res 32-bit / 384 kHz playback via ESS SABRE-class 9018 DAC and DSD64 playback support that satisfies even the most demanding needs of audiophiles for incredibly clean audio

• MASSIVELY POWERFUL HEADPHONE AUDIO | Custom Xamp discrete headphone bi-amp powers each earcup separately with 1Ω output impedance and drives studio-grade headphones of up to 600Ω, including high-end planar-magnetic headphones. And with the Audio Control Module, gain quick access to the Volume Control Knob, as well as the ¼” and ⅛” mic and headphones I/O connectors – all within your fingertips

• THEATRICAL-GRADE DISCREET AND VIRTUAL SURROUND | Supports discrete 5. 1 on speakers with Dolby Digital Live / DTS Connect Encoding, and up to 7. 1 virtual surround on headphones and speakers. To top it off, we have also integrated Sound Blaster’s Surround Virtualization technology onto AE-7 so that you can conveniently enjoy surround sound on most form of media

• TRUE HARDWARE ACCELERATED AUDIO | Dedicated quad-core processor designed to deliver incredibly pristine and enhanced sound on your PC without overstressing your CPU. Sound Blaster manages audio processing on the card itself, freeing your CPU to handle other tasks

• NEW AND IMPROVED SOFTWARE CUSTOMIZATION SUITE | Sound Blaster Command software interface provides hardware processed sound enhancements and complete control of audio output via the Sound Blaster Acoustic Engine for a full, customized audio experience that delivers clearer vocals, accurate cues, and bass boost

Product Condition
Brand New
Interface
PCIe Slot
Audio Engine
Sound Core3D, Crystal Voice, Scout Mode, DTS Connect Encoding, Dolby Digital Live Encoding
Channel Output
5.1 Channels, 7.1 Virtual
Internal or External
Internal
External Ports/Connectors
1.Connectivity Options (Main) 1 x TOSLINK Optical Out, 1 x ⅛″ Rear Out, 1 x ⅛″ Center / Sub Out, 1 x ⅛“ Mic-in / Line-in (Software selectable, default as Mic-in), 1 x ⅛“ Headphone / Headset Out (default as Headphone), 1 x ⅛″ Front-out2.Connectivity Options (Accessory)1 x ⅛″ Mic-in (Mono), 1 x ⅛″ HP Out (3-pole), 1 x ¼″ HP Out (3-pole), 1 x ¼″ Mic-in (Mono)
Number of Speakers Supported
5.1 Channels
Remote Control
No
System Requirements
For Windows®, OS Intel® Core™ i3 AMD® equivalent processorIntel, AMD, or 100% compatible motherboard, Microsoft® Windows 11, Windows 10 32 / 64-bit, Windows 8.1 / 8.0 32 / 64-bit, Windows 7 32 / 64-bit, 1 GB RAM, >600 MB of free hard disk space, Available PCI-e slot
Width
15.19 cm
Height
7.8 cm
Depth
30 cm
Weight
740 g
Included Software
https://support.creative.com/Products/ProductDetails.aspx?catID=561&catName=Sound%20Cards&subCatID=1123&prodID=23374&prodName=Sound%20Blaster%20AE-7&_ga=2.259951050.156849268.1668620424-1715579575.1608577197

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Product Category
Computer components
Return/Exchange Period
30 days
Condition
Unopened

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