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Sound Blaster X3 Hi-Res 7.1 External USB DAC and Amp Sound Card with Super X-Fi for PC and Mac (236103)
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- SKU:
- 18563087
- MPN:
- 236103
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- Out of stock
- Stock Update:
- 04/30/2025 05:55:06 PM PST
- Stock Update:
- 04/30/2025 05:55:06 PM PST
Description
This item is brand-new, factory sealed.
The Sound Blaster X3 is a high-resolution, 7.1 multi-channel, Super X-Fi USB DAC Amp capable of 32-bit / 192kHz playback. Enjoy out-of-the-world holographic audio experience on your movies and games with the 15-CES award winning Super X-Fi technology, Sound Blaster Acoustic Engine audio enhancement, 600? headphone amplifier. The Sound Blaster X3 features a large volume knob for convenient control of playback and microphone input volume. Buttons to easily switch input / output of sources. Dolby Digital Live encoding allows a single cable connection to external Dolby receiver for multi-channel audio playback.SUPER X-FI TECHNOLOGY
Super X-Fi captures the listening experience of a high-end multi-speaker system in a professional studio, and recreates the same expansive experience in your headphones using complex algorithms and computationally intensive techniques to custom fit audio, for every individual, through a sophisticated Head and Ear-mapping process.
PRISTINE AND DETAILED AUDIO QUALITY
Delivering pristine audio clarity and detailed sounds, X3 offers more than just a motherboard audio upgrade for desktops, it also provides audio enhancements for consoles, bringing users a richer music, movie, and gaming experience.
7.1 DISCRETE CHANNELS & VIRTUAL SURROUND WITH DOLBY DIGITAL LIVE ENCODING
Experience redefined audio with Dolby Digital Live encoding and enjoy greater surround envelopment, depth, and immersion with improved, realism for movies, games, and music.
INDUSTRY-LEADING AUDIO PROCESSING
Powered by Sound Blaster Acoustic Engine, experience enhanced audio realism with accurate cues, bass boost, clearer vocals, and more via the all-new, redesigned Sound Blaster Command Software. Interface / Power
USB Type-C
USB Bus Powered DAC Specs
Dynamic Range (Stereo): 115 dB
THD+N (Stereo): 0.0004% Playback Resoluton
Stereo
PCM 16-bit, 48.0, 96.0, 192.0 kHz
PCM 24-bit, 48.0, 96.0, 192.0 kHz
PCM 32-bit, 48.0, 96.0, 192.0 kHz
Surround 7.1
PCM 16-bit, 48.0, 96.0, 192.0 kHz
PCM 24-bit, 48.0, 96.0, 192.0 kHz
PCM 32-bit, 48.0, 96.0, 192.0 kHz
Optical Output
PCM 16-bit, 48.0, 96.0, 192.0 kHz
PCM 24-bit, 48.0, 96.0, 192.0 kHz Dolby Digital Live
16-bit, 48.0 kHz ADC Specs
Dynamic Range: 104 dB
THD+N: 0.0017% Recording Resoluton
Mic-in
16-bit, 48.0, 96.0, 192.0 kHz
24-bit, 48.0, 96.0, 192.0 kHz
Line-in
16-bit, 48.0, 96.0, 192.0 kHz
24-bit, 48.0, 96.0, 192.0 kHz
What U Hear
16-bit, 48.0, 96.0, 192.0 kHz
24-bit, 48.0, 96.0, 192.0 kHz Headphone Amp
Output Impedance: 10OHM
Supported Headphone Impedance: 32OHM - 600OHM
Low Gain: 32 - 149OHM (1.2V RMS at 32OHM, 1.5V RMS at 150OHM)
High Gain: 150 - 600OHM (2.3V RMS at 150OHM, 2.9V RMS at 600OHM) Connectivity
1 x 1/8" Front Out Jack
1 x 1/8" Rear Out Jack
1 x 1/8" Center / Subwoofer Out Jack
1 x 1/8" Side Out Jack
1 x TOSLINK Optical Out
1 x 1/8" Headphone Jack
1 x 1/8" Ext. Mic In Jack
1 x 1/8" Line In Jack
1 x USB Type-C port for PC / Mac Software
Windows
Sound Blaster Command
Sound Blaster X3 WHQL and ASIO drivers
Download at creative.com/support/SBX3Mac
Sound Blaster Command
Sound Blaster X3 driver
Download at creative.com/support/SBX3PS4 / Nintendo Switch
Sound Blaster Command for Android / iOS
Download from Android Playstore / Apple Appstore Minimum System Requirement Windows OS
Intel CoreTMi3 or AMD equivalent processor
Intel, AMD or 100% compatible motherboard
Microsoft Windows 10 32 / 64-bit, Windows 8.1 / 8.0 32 / 64-bit, Windows 7 32 / 64-bit
1GB RAM
>600 MB of free hard disk space
USB 2.0 / USB 3.0 portMac OS
Mac OS X 10.9 or higher
1 GB RAM
USB 2.0 / USB 3.0 portPS4
Firmware Version 5.0 or later
Available USB portNintendo Switch
Switch OS 5.0 or later
Available USB port (in docking mode)
Voice communications is title dependentAndroid
Android OS Version 7.0 or later
Device must have built-in Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) supportiOS
iOS Version 11.0 or later
Device must have built-in Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) supportPackage Content
Sound Blaster X3
Quick Start Leaflet
Warranty Leaflets
USB Type-A to Type-C Cable 2.0m
Package Contents:
- Hi-Res 7.1 External USB DAC and Amp Sound Card with Super X-Fi for PC and Mac
- USB Type-A to Type-C Cable
- Quick Start Guide and Leaflets
- Warranty Leaflets
Features
Package Contents:
China
- Hi-Res 7.1 External USB DAC and Amp Sound Card with Super X-Fi for PC and Mac
- USB Type-A to Type-C Cable
- Quick Start Guide and Leaflets
- Warranty Leaflets
Country of Origin:
China
Specs
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Thickness | 5.1" |
| Form Factor | External |
| Weight (Approximate) | 11.64 oz |
| Height | 1.6" |
| Width | 5.1" |
| Warranty | |
| Limited Warranty | 1 Year |
| Interfaces/Ports | |
| Number of Headphone Ports | 1 |
| Number of Digital Audio Optical Output | 1 |
| Number of Microphone Ports | 1 |
| Number of Audio Line In | 1 |
| Number of Audio Line Out | 1 |
| General Information | |
| Brand Name | Sound Blaster |
| Manufacturer Website Address | http://www.creative.com |
| Marketing Information | Raising the bar for your desktop movie experience, X3 comes packed full of features that promises the best cinematic experience at home, regardless of your preference for speakers or headphones. It is the world's first external multi-channel USB DAC and Amp to feature our award-winning Super X-Fi technology, as well as 7.1 discrete surround on speakers, 7.1 virtual surround on headphones, and Dolby Digital Live. Coupled with high-quality audio components that power hi-res 32-bit / 192 kHz playback at 115 dB DNR / SNR, you can be sure that audio is delivered with studio-level precision and clarity. And when it comes to versatility, the X3 is unmatched. Featuring a myriad of connectivity options including a USB-C port, Optical-out, and Line-in that makes it compatible with most audio devices, X3 is set to redefine your movie experience at the comfort of your home. More from the Manufacturer |
| Product Type | External Sound Box |
| Product Name | Hi-Res 7.1 External USB DAC and Amp Sound Card with Super X-Fi for PC and Mac |
| Manufacturer | Creative Technology, Ltd |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 70SB181000000 |
| Product Model | X3 |
| Technical Information | |
| Maximum Recording Sampling Rate | 3 Byte 192 kHz |
| Host Interface | USB Type C |
| Maximum Playback Sampling Rate | 4 Byte 192 kHz |
| Sound Channels | 7.1 |
| Signal to Noise Ratio (SNR) | 115 dB |
Warranty Information
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Sound Blaster X3 Hi-Res 7.1 External USB DAC and Amp Sound Card with Super X-Fi for PC and Mac (236103)