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Creative Sound Blaster G3 USB-C External Gaming USB DAC and Amp for PS4, Nintendo Switch, Ft. GameVoice Mix (Audio Balance for Game/Chat), Mic/Vol Control and Mobile App Control, Plug-and-Play
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Brand | Creative |
Hardware Interface | USB |
Audio Output Mode | Surround |
Platform | PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, Windows |
Hardware Platform | Headphones, playstation 4, nintendo switch |
About this item
- DRIVERLESS USB-C PLUG-AND-PLAY WITH USB AUDIO - Powered entirely via USB-C in a plug-and-play driverless format, the Sound Blaster G3 is a hassle-free instant audio upgrade for your gaming consoles (PS4 and Switch), and well as PC and Mac computers. Featured with USB audio, simply connect the G3 to your gaming console via USB-C (or the provided USB-C-to-USB-A converter), and it will work straight out of the box. There’s absolutely no fiddling with extra settings or installation to get started
- IMPROVED COMMS WITH FRIENDS VIA GAMEVOICE MIX FEATURE - Get the optimum gaming and voice chat audio levels with our GameVoice Mix! Chatting with your team while gaming? Instead of fiddling for the perfect levels through Windows, just use our GameVoice Mix volume dial to easily increase your voice chat volume during a raid to hear your team better, or decrease the chatter and amp up your gaming audio during a particularly climatic scene on your game — all without having to leave your game screen
- CONVENIENT AND DIRECT AUDIO CONTROLS - The independent volume and mic controls are located at the sides of the G3, and can be easily controlled with a single hand grip to conjure up the perfect balance for better gameplay. When communications are unnecessary, simply mute your mic directly via the switch on the G3
- INSTANT AUDIO UPGRADE FOR PS4 AND NINTENDO SWITCH WITH HEADPHONE AMPLIFIER - In this day and age, you deserve better audio quality, even on gaming consoles. The G3 delivers high-definition audio with capabilities to drive studio-grade headphones of up to 300Ω. If all you ever knew is the default audio on your consoles, the G3 is set to transform your audio experience
- MIC-MONITORING AND ON-THE-FLY AUDIO ADJUSTMENTS VIA MOBILE APP - Get your enemies before they get to you with our Footsteps Enhancer EQ mode. Customize it further via our Sound Blaster Command app (for iOS and Android) to manage audio settings on-the-fly without exiting your game or unplugging your G3! By pairing the G3 to your mobile phone, easily adjust volume and mic controls, or access the mic-monitoring feature so you can control how loud you want to be heard, while hearing yourself
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Product Description
Sound Blaster G3 is the gaming USB DAC you need to ace your game
Portable external console gaming USB-C DAC amp for PS5, PS4, Nintendo Switch, PC, and Mac
If you were a PC user, it would be easy getting a DAC, amp, or sound card to satisfy your audio needs. But why isn't it the same for console users? With 30 years of legacy and technical expertise in PC audio, we are venturing beyond the PC and into gaming consoles, and the Sound Blaster G3 is our answer. Designed to be a fuss-free, driverless audio upgrade for your gaming consoles, the Sound Blaster G3 is meant to provide users with premium gaming features without having to break the bank.
Making our first foray into gaming audio on consoles, we debut our latest GameVoice Mix for game and voice chat balance capability, a customizable EQ preset with custom-tuned Footsteps Enhancer, and on-the-fly audio adjustments without having to exit your game's screen.
If all you have ever known is the default audio on your consoles, try the Sound Blaster G3. We'll let its performance speak for itself.
Driverless Audio Upgrade
USB-C plug-and-play audio upgrade for gaming consoles with USB audio. There’s absolutely no fiddling with extra settings or installation to get started.
Control and balance the volume level between two audio sources directly via Sound Blaster G3
Our latest debut – GameVoice Mix
You have that pair of headphones. It’s your absolute favorite, but why do you need to fork out so much more in order to get access to that ONE feature you covet?
The Sound Blaster G3 debuts our latest GameVoice Mix*, a gaming feature often found only in products that are priced at a premium. The G3's GameVoice Mix gives you game audio / chat balance capabilities – all without having to let go of your existing headphones or hurting your wallet.
Without leaving your game screen, our GameVoice Mix volume dial allows you to easily increase your voice chat volume during a raid to hear your team better, or decrease the chatter and amp up your gaming audio during a particularly climatic scene on your game – simply plug in the G3 via the USB-C and Optical / Line-in port to better your gameplay.
*This feature is available for PS5, PS4, PS4 Pro, PC, and Mac only. PS5 requires an additional (not included) HDMI to Optical converter. Our webpage offers the full setup guide for GameVoice Mix on the mentioned platforms for easy reference.
Ace your game with ease
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One Hand. All ControlsThe Sound Blaster G3 provides direct access to the independent mic and volume controls on each side of the device. While you’re busy maneuvering in-game with one hand on the controller, you can make mic and volume adjustments instinctively on the other with just a single hand grip! |
Hear and Be Heard with Mic-monitoringHate it when you are chatting with the team, but you can’t tell if you sound too soft or too loud? Simply switch on the mic-monitoring feature via the mobile app, and control how you want to be heard, while hearing yourself. And when communications are unnecessary, simply mute your mic directly via the switch on the Sound Blaster G3. |
On-The-Fly Mobile RemoteWithout having to unplug or exit your game, remotely control your sound settings through the Creative mobile app on your phone. Make instantaneous bass and treble adjustments, further customize your Footsteps Enhancer mode, or even adjust your volume and mic controls when your Sound Blaster G3 is out of reach – all you need is Bluetooth connectivity. |
Perfect for both work and play
The Sound Blaster G3 doubles up as great add-on to improve your conference calls and making sure that you sound more professional while communicating clearly all the time. Features like CrystalVoice lets you hear and be heard clearly with background noise reduction and acoustic echo cancellation.
Platform Connectivity
Sound Blaster G3 FAQs
1. Does the Sound Blaster G3 support Windows 7?
No. The Sound Blaster G3 does not support Windows 7. The Sound Blaster G3 supports Windows 11,10, 8.1, and 8.0.
2. You may notice the following issues when performing Windows update: Unable to detect sound card, intermittent sound card detection, audio distortion, audio cuts, other forms of noise such as audio crackling or clipping sounds.
Performing a Windows update increases your CPU usage. In some cases, Windows may temporarily disable the Windows audio component during an update, causing the abovementioned issues. We recommend the following when performing a Windows update: Stop the playback. Allow Windows to complete all the updates, and reboot the system once the updates are completed. Avoid performing any unnecessary background tasks or activities which may require high CPU usage.
3. How do I do a factory reset to my Sound Blaster G3?
While connected to your device, press and hold the EQ button located in the middle of the Sound Blaster G3 for >8 secs. The LED ring will blink red for 5 times, indicating the G3 is reset. Once reset, the Sound Blaster G3 will be reverted back to the default factory settings.
4. Can the Sound Blaster G3 remember a custom EQ in its memory? And can the SBX profile settings be remembered by the Sound Blaster G3?
Yes. The Sound Blaster G3 can remember one EQ preset at a time in its memory. This means it can remember the last used EQ setting upon connecting it to devices such as gaming consoles. The SBX Acoustic Engine profiles, however, can only be configured and saved in the Creative software. This software is available only on PC and Mac platforms.
5. Does the Sound Blaster G3 work with mobile phones?
The Sound Blaster G3 will work with mobile devices with digital audio streaming implemented through its USB-C port, in a manner compliant with the USB Audio Standard. Due to the wide variety of mobile phones and operating systems that may have different implementation of digital audio streaming through USB-C, it is not recommended for you to purchase this with the sole purpose on using it for your mobile devices. You will have to approach your mobile device manufacturer to check if your mobile device is compliant with the USB Audio Standard.
6. Does the Sound Blaster G3 support Xbox?
Audio playback is supported via optical connection while it uses the USB connection for power. However, it does not support voice communications due to Xbox’s system implementation.
7. Does the Sound Blaster G3 support Nintendo Switch?
Yes. Audio playback is available via USB connection in Nintendo Switch. However, voice communications support is limited to certain game titles, and is not available across all titles due to Nintendo Switch's system implementation. Some game titles that have been verified to work with the Sound Blaster G3 include: Fortnite, Paladins, SMITE, and DC Universe Online.
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Super X-Fi | ✓ | x | x | x | x |
Virtual 7.1 | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | x | ✓ |
GameVoice Mix | ✓ | ✓ | x | ✓ | x |
Xamp Discrete Headphone Bi-amp | x | ✓ | x | x | x |
Amp Specs | Up to 300Ω headphones | Low output impedance 1Ω, up to 600Ω headphones | Low output impedance 2.2Ω, up to 600Ω headphones | Up to 300Ω headphones | Up to 300Ω headphones |
Audio Quality | 120 dB DNR | 130 dB DNR | 120 dB DNR | 100 dB DNR | 93 dB DNR |
DAC Specs | 24-bit / 192 kHz | 32-bit / 384 kHz | 24-bit / 192 kHz | 24-bit / 96 kHz | 24-bit / 96 kHz |
Dolby Digital Decoding | ✓ | ✓ | x | x | x |
SXFI BATTLE Mode | ✓ | x | x | x | x |
Scout Mode (via PC and Mac) | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
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Sound quality | 4.4 | 4.4 | 4.2 | 4.0 | 4.3 | 4.4 |
Volume control | 4.4 | 4.4 | 4.2 | 4.0 | 4.3 | 4.4 |
For gaming | 4.4 | 4.2 | 3.3 | — | 4.2 | 4.2 |
Value for money | 3.5 | 4.6 | 4.6 | 4.1 | — | 4.6 |
Easy to install | 4.2 | — | — | 3.7 | 4.3 | — |
Sold By | Creative Labs, Inc. | Creative Labs, Inc. | strange house | LIFEMEDEASY | Amazon.com | Creative Labs, Inc. |
hardware interface | usb | usb | usb2.0 | usb | pci express x4 | usb |
audio output mode | Surround | Surround | Digital | Stereo, Surround | Surround, Dolby Digital | Stereo |
surround channels | 5 1 | 5 1 | 7.1 | 7.1 | 7.1 | 5 1 |
hardware platform | Headphones, nintendo switch, playstation 4 | Headphones | PC, Laptops, Speakers | PC | Headphones | Headphones, PC |
96 KHz | 192 KHz | 48 KHz | 44.1 KHz | 384 KHz | 96 KHz | |
signal-to-noise ratio | 120 decibels | 110 decibels | 48 KHz | 120 decibels | 127 decibels | 96 KHz |
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Product information
Product Dimensions | 5.12 x 0.98 x 5.51 inches |
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Item Weight | 1.28 ounces |
ASIN | B081ZN9K2M |
Item model number | SB1830 |
Customer Reviews |
4.2 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #11,151 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games) #1,455 in PlayStation 4 Games, Consoles & Accessories #2,782 in Nintendo Switch Consoles, Games & Accessories |
Date First Available | November 25, 2019 |
Manufacturer | Creative Labs |
Country of Origin | China |
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Customers like the performance and ease of use of the sound card. For example, they mention it works well, is effective, and simple to use. Some appreciate the software, saying it's pretty awesome. That said, opinions are mixed on the value, quality, and sound quality.
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Customers like the performance of the sound card. They mention that it works well, is effective, and simple to use. Some say that it's compatible with the PS5 and an M1 Mac. The mic input is good and the controls work just fine. Overall, most are happy with the performance and functionality of the product.
"...If you get the drivers sorted out, it works wonderfully! I'm using it to combine the audio of an Arch Linux install and a Windows 10 virtual machine...." Read more
"I bought this for livestreaming. It works well but fells like it is going to fall apart at any moment...." Read more
"...For me this product has been effective and quite simple to use." Read more
"...For this purpose, this tool exceeded my expectations and works very well...." Read more
Customers find the sound card easy to use. They mention it's simple to setup and provides a high-quality sound solution. Some appreciate the portability and the ability to configure it via their phone. Overall, most are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.
"This small, simple-to-use device solved for me what I thought had turned into an intractable problem...." Read more
"...Its very easy to use. I didn't really have any negative experiences with it. It also has input for a mic and optical input...." Read more
"Simple easy setup. Very portable. I use it on my pc desktop. I am not gamer but use this mainly for music...." Read more
"...Out of the box, it’s plug and play and the software is pretty simple to use...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the sound quality of the sound card. Some mention that the sound was noticeably better, it added good audio options to their PS4 experience, and the volume was way more than enough. However, others say that the audio defaults to a very low volume level, there was no audio coming through the headsets, and there were weird driver conflicts and introduced sound artifacts. The mic quality seems to be stuck at 48Hz and trying to adjust it to anything higher will cause issues.
"...Overall, this little guy is amazing. The audio quality is top tier and adjustable (bass, chat volume, etc), and it even has a footstep mode, which..." Read more
"...Over discord, my friends say my mic is much clearer than in the past two years. The G3 also allows different sound outputs on the same output...." Read more
"...At first I thought it was a defective unit since no audio was coming through the headsets despite the PS5 detecting the G3, but I realized all that..." Read more
"...The sound separation and staging is vast improvement over the Switch's internal audio, and it's optical in--tho meant for a headset--is useful in..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the quality of the sound card. Some mention it's an awesome product, great for gaming, and has amazing audio quality. Others say that it'd be a nice addition to any console, but it'll fall apart at any moment.
"...It works well but fells like it is going to fall apart at any moment...." Read more
"Overall I was very impressed by the quality of this product...." Read more
"...I started having frequent issues where the slightest vibration would cause the sound to cut out from the connector and my mic would stop working...." Read more
"...and music sounded great, with great, full and crisp sounds and great base...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the value of the sound card. Some mention it's a great value overall, with quality for a good price. However, others say that it'll be a complete waste of money. They also say that the quality is garbled and terrible for non-gaming uses.
"...I would highly recommend the G3 for anyone who needs an inexpensive, feature rich replacement to their onboard sound card...." Read more
"TLDR; Too quiet, Trash App.I was excited to get the Soundblaster G3, as I wanted to be able to EQ my headphones on console...." Read more
"Sound is OK for what it is and at it’s price point...." Read more
"Solid dac/Amp for the price. just wish there was a way to use this level of sound quality over wireless." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the crackles and distortion in the sound card. They mention that it makes the product unusable and produces endless pops.
"...The problem is every so often I get a session where there is a lot of crackles that make it unusable until I unplug them and plug them back in...." Read more
"...muffled, the bass almost non existent, lots of distortion and popping after a while too...." Read more
"...Endless distortion and pops. A true mess.Spend a little more, and find the correct way forward with one of the Focusrite offerings...." Read more
"...drivers to get rid of that it decided that all I want to hear is constant crackling...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the distortion in the sound card. They mention that it produces endless distortion and pops.
"...On the PS5, the mic doesn’t sound great. Sounds tinny and can get distorted quickly. It works, just quality isn’t as high as I’d expect...." Read more
"...with the settings, is muffled, the bass almost non existent, lots of distortion and popping after a while too...." Read more
"...Endless distortion and pops. A true mess.Spend a little more, and find the correct way forward with one of the Focusrite offerings...." Read more
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Sound quality is objectively better than my onboard sound card ever was. Over discord, my friends say my mic is much clearer than in the past two years. The G3 also allows different sound outputs on the same output. For example, you can set Discord sound on one channel and game/system sound on the other for the same output. If you like to stream and don't want Discord sound, you can use these separate channels in OBS/streaming software such that you turn off Discord sound. You could also turn down game sound if you want voice chat to come over more clear on your stream. This is probably one of the best features of the G3, second only to the mic clarity settings you get in Sound Blaster Command.
I would highly recommend the G3 for anyone who needs an inexpensive, feature rich replacement to their onboard sound card. I can also see the G3 being great for people who use any laptop with USB-C ports (even though there is a USB A 3.0 adapter included), or people who just want better sound for their laptop.
I searched the Internet, but none of the suggested tweaks to the Windows or Zoom settings worked. Then I stumbled upon a suggestion to try a predecessor to this product. So, I gave this newer model a try. And it worked---flawlessly.
I'm quite happy with the result. I now have it connected to my computer even during live Zoom calls. I simply connect my headset to it, instead of directly to my computer's audio jack. You can control the microphone level on the device.
For me this product has been effective and quite simple to use.
It definitely make a different compare to motherboard soundcard.
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Jabra headsets usually has built-in sidetone functionality. However they are insanely expensive.
You can enable the sidetone with Creative’s mobile phone app, and also you can adjust the level.
With sidetone enabled I tend to speak slow and low. Otherwise with no sidetone, I used to talk with loud voice in meetings and get tired by end of the day.
So this is a good one for work from home option.
This is the first DAC I've ever used, so I'm not really familiar with how much better or worse this is in terms of sound quality relative to other DAC's. I've been using them with my four-year-old V-Moda Crossfade M-100's though, and it blows my mind that this entire time I wasn't even hearing them at their full potential. Regardless of how much better or worse this DAC is compared to others, it will IMMEDIATELY blow any onboard audio out of the water, guaranteed.
Anyhow, since I can't give an authoritative opinion on the sound quality relative to other DAC's, I'm gonna recommend this DAC on its sheer versatility alone--on top of the mic in port meaning that your mic will also sound better, it has optical audio in (with an included TOSLINK to 3.5mm adapter and USB-C to full-size USB adapter), allowing you to use it with any console that has a TOSLINK port at the back--I was even able to use it with my PS3 this way. Its de facto use of USB-C means I can also use it with my laptop (which otherwise has terrible onboard audio and won't recognize my mic if I plug my headset into its headphone jack), my phone, and my Nintendo Switch (both docked and in handheld mode).
The gaming features are pretty much an afterthought to me however--the footsteps enhancer seems to work, but it severely washes out anything other than said footsteps, which makes it irritating to use for extended periods. I have similar feelings towards the mixer dial; it works, but honestly I just wanted this for the boost in audio quality and not for the extra gamer-y stuff. If you're a super competitive gamer looking for an extra edge, this might help, but I honestly can't say that alone makes it worthwhile--unless you're also looking to improve your listening experience in general.
In any case, if you're looking for a DAC, and have multiple devices in your household that you want to use it with--particularly any game consoles--this is easily the best choice by far. Its immense versatility alone has me sold.