AUDIO
Xamp Discrete Headphone Amplification
The Sound BlasterX AE-5 is the first sound card to feature Xamp, our
custom-designed discrete headphone amplifier. Each audio channel is individually
amplified, allowing the AE-5 to deliver a whole new level of pristine audio
fidelity in an unaltered lossless model to each earcup regardless of demand. The
ultra-low 1 output impedance drives 16-600 headphones perfectly.
SABRE32 Ultra Class DAC
The Sound BlasterX AE-5 is a SABRE32 Ultra Class PCIe DAC which is perfect
for hi-resolution audio for games, music, and movies. It delivers up to 32-bit
384kHz playback with a 122dB DNR, ultra-low distortion and
jitter.
Aurora Reactive Lighting System
Enjoy a symphony of lights and sound with the Aurora Reactive Lighting
System! The AE-5 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 Connect software for PC.
BlasterX Acoustic Engine
The Sound BlasterX AE-5 rides on Sound Blaster's long legacy of audio
processing and enhancements. BlasterX Acoustic Engine is a suite of fully
customizable audio processing technologies that deliver new levels of audio
immersion and precision for the ultimate competitive advantage. These sound
technologies create unprecedented levels of audio realism, including stunning 3D
surround effects for your speakers and headsets.
Scout 2.0
Expand your horizon with the world's first smart gaming companion that
enables you to visualize and see where enemies are on the radar through your
mobile device for any First Person Shooter game. Scout mode has been given an
updated feature that is sure to bring the pain to whoever you meet in the
battlefield!
Scout Mode
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!
Pristine, Pure, Perfect
The Sound BlasterX AE-5 also comes in a special white edition. Apart from its
pristine white casing, the Pure Edition comes with four LED strips - three more
than the standard version - and is available exclusively on Creative.com.
Specifications
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Specifications |
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Interface/Power |
PCI-e bus power, +5V
for Aurora lighting (requires 4-pin molex peripheral connector from PC
power supply) |
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Audio
Technology |
Sound
Core3D |
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Dynamic Range
(DNR) |
122dB |
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Connectivity Options
(Main) |
1 x TOSLINK Optical
Out, 1 x 1/8" (3.5mm) Mic In/Line In, 1 x 1/8" (3.5mm) Headphone/Headset
Out, 1 x 1/8" Front Out, 1 x 1/8" Rear Out, 1 x 1/8" Center/Sub Out, 1 x
Front Panel Header |
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Headphone
Amp |
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Supported Headphone
Impedance: |
16 - 600
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Output Impedance:
1 |
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Low Gain: 16 - 149
(+0dB) |
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Audio
Technologies |
CrystalVoice |
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Supported Operating
Systems |
Windows 7, Windows 8,
Windows 8.1, Windows 10 |
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Dimensions |
145 x 20 x 128
mm |
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ASIO |
Playback &
Recording |
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Platform |
PCI-e |
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Recommended
Usage |
Gaming |
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DAC |
Dynamic Range: 122dB,
THD+N (DAC): 0.00032[%] |
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SYSTEM
REQUIREMENTS |
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Windows |
Intel Core i3 or AMD
equivalent processor |
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Intel, AMD or 100%
compatible motherboard |
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Microsoft Windows 10
32/64 bit, 8.1/8.0 32/64 bit, Windows 7 32/64 bit |
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1GB
RAM |
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>600 MB of free hard
disk space |
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Available PCIe
slot |
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PACKAGE
CONTENTS |
Sound BlasterX
AE-5 |
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1 x LED Strip (30cm/10
LEDs) |
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1 x Extension
Cable |
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Quick Start
Leaflet |
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Warranty
Leaflets |
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WARRANTY |
1-year Limited Hardware
Warranty |
