Brand | Creative |
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Item model number | SB1570 |
Hardware Platform | Headphones |
Item Weight | 6.4 ounces |
Product Dimensions | 5.43 x 4.76 x 0.71 inches |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 5.43 x 4.76 x 0.71 inches |
Color | 106 dB(Original) |
Number of Processors | 1 |
Computer Memory Type | DDR3 SDRAM |
Batteries | 1 Unknown batteries required. |
Manufacturer | Creative |
ASIN | B00EO6X4XG |
Country of Origin | China |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | August 20, 2013 |
Creative Sound Blaster Audigy FX PCIe 5.1 Sound Card with High Performance Headphone Amp
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Brand | Creative |
Hardware Interface | PCIE x 1 |
Audio Output Mode | 5.1 |
Platform | Windows, Windows 10 |
Hardware Platform | Headphones |
About this item
- Easily converts the PC into a cinematic entertainment system by providing a compelling 5.1 surround sound
- Advanced Audio Processing with SBX Pro Studio, a suite of Sound Blaster audio processing technologies that let you bring out the best in your audio
- Includes the Sound Blaster Audigy Fx Control Panel, PC software that puts you in full control of the SBX Pro Studio suite of technologies
- 600 ohm headphone amp for high performance, studio grade monitoring
- 106 SNR and 24-bit 192kHz DAC (Playback) and 96kHz ADC (Recording)
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Easy to install | 4.4 | 4.4 | 4.6 | 4.3 | 3.7 | 4.3 |
Sound quality | 4.2 | 4.2 | 4.1 | 4.2 | 4.0 | 4.3 |
Volume control | 5.0 | 5.0 | — | 4.2 | 4.0 | 4.3 |
For gaming | 4.0 | 4.0 | 4.0 | 4.1 | — | 4.2 |
Easy to use | 4.4 | 4.4 | 4.1 | — | — | 4.0 |
Sold By | Creative Labs, Inc. | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com |
hardware interface | pci x 1, pci x 1, pci x 1, pci x 1 | pci express x1 | pci express x1, pci x 1, pci x 1, pci x 1 | pci express x1 | usb | pci express x4 |
audio output mode | 5.1 | Surround | 7.1 | Surround | Stereo, Surround | Surround, Dolby Digital |
surround channels | 5.1 | 5.1 | 7.1 | 7.1 | 7.1 | 7.1 |
hardware platform | Headphones | PC | Speakers, Headphones, PC | Speakers, Headphones | PC | Headphones |
192 KHz | 192 KHz | 192 KHz | 192 KHz | 44.1 KHz | 384 KHz | |
signal-to-noise ratio | 106 decibels | — | 106 decibels | 116 decibels | 120 decibels | 127 decibels |
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Best Sellers Rank | #6 in Computer Internal Sound Cards |
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Meet the Sound Blaster Audigy Fx! This half-height sound card is powered by SBX Pro Studio Technology and instantly converts your system with 5.1 entertainment system that delivers cinematic surround sound - perfect for bringing out the best in your movies, music and games. Users can look forward to full audio customization with Sound Blaster Audigy Fx Control Panel, a downloadable PC software suite that allows users to control every aspect of SBX Pro Studio. The Audigy Fx further features 24-bit 192kHz digital-to-analog converter (Playback), 106dB SNR and a high-end 600 ohm headphone amplifier for studio grade monitoring. Minimum System Requirements: Intel Core 2 Duo or AMD equivalent processor, 2.2GHz or faster recommended, Intel, AMD or 100% compatible motherboard, Microsoft Windows 8 (32/64-bit), Windows 7 (32/64-bit), Windows Vista (32/64-bit), 1 GB RAM, > 600 MB of free hard disk space, Available PCI Express 1x slot, Available CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive. Software includes: Sound Blaster Audigy Fx Control Panel, Creative ALchemy, Creative Software AutoUpdate, Creative Host Open AL / EAX5.0 HD, Creative Diagnostics. Package contents include: Sound Blaster Audigy Fx card (with full height I/O bracket), Quick Start leaflet, Installation CD containing: Drivers for Windows 7 & 8 , Vista, Creative Software Suite, User's Guide PDF, Half-height I/O bracket. Supported Operating System - Microsoft Windows 10 (32/64-bit)
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Creative Sound Blaster Audigy Sound Card with High Performance Headphone Amp
Sound Blaster Audigy Fx is the perfect upgrade from basic motherboard audio to legendary Sound Blaster audio. Powered by SBX Pro Studio technology, it provides high-quality 5.1 cinematic sound for your movies, music and games. It comes with the Sound Blaster Audigy Fx Control Panel, which puts you in full control of your SBX Pro Studio settings.
Enjoy multi-channel cinematic sound
The half-height PCIe sound card is just the perfect size for your home theatre PCs. You can now upgrade your cinematic experience with Sound Blaster audio fidelity. Sound Blaster Audigy Fx comes with 5.1 channel outputs so you can connect to your existing multi-channel speakers with ease.
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Stereo Direct lets you listen to your music unprocessed at the amazing bit-rate of 24-bit 192 kHz, which is considered one of the highest in the industry. |
Elevate the level of immersion in your cinematic experience with the Sound Blaster Audigy Fx, which is capable of delivering 106dB SNR of pristine audio fidelity through your speakers. |
If you wish to enjoy your movies without disturbing your family, Sound Blaster Audigy Fx is able to deliver 600 ohms of power. |
Independent input sources
Sound Blaster Audigy Fx comes with independent line-in and microphone connectors, which allow you to plug in two different audio sources to your PC.
You can plug in your MP3 player and sing along, while recording your singing session for your friends to enjoy!
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Customers like the ease of use of the sound card. For example, they mention that the installation was easy and the circuitry is superior. That said, some complain about compatibility issues. Opinions are mixed on quality, sound quality, performance, controls, and software.
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Customers like the ease of use of the sound card. They mention that the installation was easy peasy, they had no issues installing said drivers, and it recognized perfectly on Windows 10. The sound quality is great, and the implementation and circuitry is superior to what you can find embedded. It boots into Windows with no problem, and as soon as they enable the SmartComms Kit everything becomes crystal clear.
"...Everything came up OK, and it booted into Windows with no problem. I installed the included CD's drivers and checked out the installation...." Read more
"...speakers stopped working, we ordered this card and it was easy to install and works very well." Read more
"...Sound quality is spot on and installation was easy peasy...." Read more
"...Perfect card, no extra setups. Just works." Read more
Customers like the value of the sound card. They say it's the best for the money, an inexpensive upgrade, and a good one for average people. Some mention that it was well worth the switch.
"...This card is a very good purchase if you want to upgrade your sound a bit and not spend an arm and a leg doing it...." Read more
"...I'm in a whole other world of pc audio now, all thanks to this relatively cheap card. I give this little guy my heartiest recommendation!" Read more
"...The price point on this model and the features you get are unmatched. I highly recommend this upgrade." Read more
"...So is this worth the 50 dollar upgrade? Short answer? Yes. Absolutely...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the sound quality of the sound card. Some mention that the sound is great, way better than the on-board sound that most provide, and that the Studio audio suite provides a range of audio enhancement options to help them customize their music. However, others say that after installation, the front speakers made no sound, the sound was somewhat distorted, and the bass range didn't transmit through the headphone jack. They also say that their microphone had an electric buzzing sound.
"...Stereo plays on stereo, surround plays in surround. I went on a rampage of reinstalling games that I thought might melt my ears (in a good way!)..." Read more
"...Installed a SB card and what a difference!! Sounds are crisp, music is deafening, movies are in perfect 5.1, and gaming is next level..." Read more
"This is a proven great soundcard that just works and works well with good support from a company that's been making soundcards for decades...." Read more
"...I also noted that on high listening level that the sound somewhat distorted and sounded a bit "shattered" unless I turned the volume down a..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the performance of the sound card. Some mention that it works great without any issues, has fuller sound all around, and the subwoofer always works correctly. However, others say that it flat out doesn't work at all, has no output whatsoever, and that the software that's meant for it fails 99% of the time.
"...I have no problem with the card itself as it works great, but if it is sold as a NEW card then it should have not been previously opened and should..." Read more
"...I have much fuller sound all around, the subwoofer always works correctly and music sounds great. Stereo plays on stereo, surround plays in surround...." Read more
"Latency and microphone settings are horrible" Read more
"This is a proven great soundcard that just works and works well with good support from a company that's been making soundcards for decades...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the quality of the sound card. Some mention that it's a great quality solution to their problem, while others say that it has very low quality and is drowned out.
"...It seemed pretty good. I didn't note any of the issues I had seen before. (Like back ground noise, or game problems, etc.)..." Read more
"...That’s how Customer Service is supposed to be. Fast, reliable, rational, and responsible. A textbook! None of which the dubious Chinese retailer has...." Read more
"...The sound on my new ASUS MB was junk, to say the least. Cracking sounds, speakers randomly cutting out on movies, music wasn't loud enough...." Read more
"...Crisp, clear sound with the ability to tweak the bass and treble if I need to, which I prefer to go just a little lighter on the bass than most..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the software that comes with the sound card. Some mention that it's really good, fantastic, and gives them the control they want. Others say that it comes with outdated software that's limited.
"...Creative's management software looks very last decade (because it is)...." Read more
"a great sound card, very easy install.great software to use with it." Read more
"...my PC, my mainboard audio wasn't sounding great, and the software for it was garbage...." Read more
"...The software that it comes with is nice, since it has a 10 band equalizer and other options." Read more
Customers are mixed about the controls of the sound card. Some mention that they like the equalizer and other controls to adjust sound from the PC screen. They say the included app allows them to customize sound output and other bells and whistles. However, others say that they don't have control over speaker settings and that the profiles get corrupted. They also say that the software allows them separate settings for desktop speakers and their headphones.
"...Crisp, clear sound with the ability to tweak the bass and treble if I need to, which I prefer to go just a little lighter on the bass than most..." Read more
"...On paper. BUT I had no fine control of the crossover which defaulted to way, way too high a frequency and made my speakers sound even worse...." Read more
"...This software includes tools for adjusting EQ, adding virtual surround sound, and even simulating the sound of different audio environments...." Read more
"...comes from the Software - which adds enhancements and lets you tweak the EQ settings...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the compatibility of the sound card. They mention that it does not support stereo mix, does not work with Linux systems, and does not have a compatible device found. Some customers also report that the software included with the purchase does not operate on Windows 10.
"...It wouldn't detect any compatible hardware...." Read more
"Creative does NOT support Soundblaster sound cards on Linux systems. However, if you have good knowledge of Linux, you can make this work...." Read more
"...extreme static and hum, cut in and out, and there was no distinction between channels. I thought is was interference from my graphics card...." Read more
"...The front panel connection was great for headphones as well!..." Read more
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3/6/16: Update: Rec'd second card of this type and it's as good as the first, but there were a few things on this one that sort of put me off. First, no outer shrink wrap on box as is normally the case on new cards. Second, when card's box was opened, I found that the small slot cover adapter package had been opened. And third, safety anti-static bag of the card itself had been opened and resealed by a piece of tape. These items would indicate to me that this card was opened and removed from the package and was not a factory sealed new card. I have no problem with the card itself as it works great, but if it is sold as a NEW card then it should have not been previously opened and should have the all the factory sealing in tact. It would seem to me that would fit under the classification of a used card rather then new.
I'm in a whole other world of pc audio now, all thanks to this relatively cheap card. I give this little guy my heartiest recommendation!
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Desde W7 he utilizado este producto previamente, mi SO ya utilizaba una tarjeta dedicada de la misma marca pero con interfaz PCI (actualmente obsoleto), por ello no fue problema para W10 detectarla inmediatamente al actualizar el hadware de mi equipo con una nueva placa madre. En el primer arranque trabajó excelente, el problema se detectó cuando realicé alguna configuración del sistema que requiriera reinicio que no tenía que ver con la tarjeta de sonido. Al apagar el equipo para prenderlo al siguiente día, el sonido se fue de modo que al subir el volúmen el "100%" vagamente se escuchaban las 6 bocinas (5.1) es decir, se escuchaba como si estuvieran mal conectadas, lo cual no era posible ya que la noche previa al montaje del equipo sí funcionaban perfectamente.
Pensé que podía ser el driver por alguna "incompatibilidad" pero no era ese el problema, al menos no con con los drivers de la tarjeta, de hecho el primer problema de compatibilidad general (si lo hay) radica en que desde que se lanzó W10, siempre ha tenido problemas con tarjetas dedicadas de sonido, siempre. Muchos usuarios han reportado este tipo de problemas dese hace ya varios años pero Microsoft jamás & nunca le dio solución a este tipo de problemas & es un hecho que hay gente que actualmente pasa por lo mismo.
Ahora bien, intenté reinstalar los drivers desde el panel de control, usando el disco como fuente pero el sistema no instaló nada, es decir ya estaba bien, no eran necesarios; entonces, al no ser ese el problema principal, desmonté la tarjeta, volví a instalarla & pasaba lo mismo pero descubrí el problema real. Si tienes drivers instalados de sonido ajenos a los de la tarjeta Sound Blaster (Realtek por ejemplo), ¡desintálalos! Quita cada uno de ellos exceptuando aquél que se relacione con el video nativo o dedicado, ya sea de tu procesador o tarjeta de video & solamente deja los drivers de la tarjeta de sonido Sound Blaster.
RESULTADO: desinstalen todos los drivers que tengan por defecto del audio nativo de la placa madre que tengan & solamente instalen los de la tarjeta Sound Blaster. Eso es todo.
Soy melómano & audiofilo por ello tenía que buscar la manera de que funcionara & puedo decir que el sonido en formatos "lossless", DTS etc. es soberbio, es una exquisitez al oído si eres audiofilo pero, si lo que escuchas son formatos en .mp3 almacenado o por medio de aplicaciones prepagadas no es para ti este tipo de expansiones de sonido.