CREATIVE Sound Blaster AE-7 Hi-res PCI-e DAC and Amp Sound Card with Audio Control Module
CREATIVE Sound Blaster AE-7 Soundcard, Hi-res ESS SABRE-class 9018 DAC, 32-bit / 384 kHz, 127 dB DNR, Xamp Headphone Amp
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Experience Pristine Audio Delivering crystal-clear sound quality paired with Sound Blaster's renowned processing expertise, the AE-7 elevates your listening experience with premium-grade components and playback that outshines even top-tier desktop amplifiers and DACs.
Accelerate Your Audio
Quad-Core CPU Bringing the AE-7 into your PC setup means one clear advantage — a dedicated quad-core processor built solely to deliver exceptionally clean and refined audio without placing extra load on your CPU. With Sound Blaster managing the processing directly on the card, your system’s CPU is freed to focus on everything else.
Clean and Crisp Clarity Great audio depends entirely on the hardware behind it, and with the AE-7, nothing is held back. Powered by an ESS SABRE-class 9018 DAC, it delivers ultra-clean audio with a stunning 127 dB DNR, supporting up to 32-bit / 384 kHz PCM and DSD64 playback. If uncompromising clarity is what you want, the AE-7 is built to exceed every expectation.
Custom Xamp Discrete Headphone Bi-amplifier High-end audio and cinema-class hardware call for an equally refined headphone amplifier. The AE-7 is equipped with Creative's custom Xamp bi-amplified design, ensuring each earcup receives its own dedicated power path from the initial amplification stage right through to final output.
Theatrical-Grade Discrete and Virtual Surround
No matter if you’re listening through headphones or speakers, the AE-7 takes stereo or multi-channel sources and transforms them into a captivating, cinematic soundstage. It delivers true 5.1 output on speakers and up to 7.1 virtual surround for both speakers and headphones. Switching between headphones and speakers is seamless, letting you choose between booming bass or private listening in an instant.
For added flexibility, the AE-7 also includes Dolby Digital Live and DTS Connect Encoding, giving you more ways to connect and enjoy audio across your external devices.
Incredible Processing Backed by over 30 years of audio expertise, the Sound Blaster AE-7 includes the complete Sound Blaster suite of audio technologies. Experience Surround for immersive playback, Crystalliser to boost audio dynamics, and Bass enhancements for powerful low-end impact. On top of that, CrystalVoice technology ensures clearer voice capture, whether for recording or in-game chat.
AE-7 also features the exclusive Scout Mode™, giving you a tactical edge by sharpening key in-game audio details to help secure your victory!
The audio processing technology can be customised or disabled, with every detail managed easily through the intuitive Sound Blaster Command software interface.
Take Full Command of Your Audio Setup
Thanks to the support of Creative's users and community, the redesigned Sound Blaster Command software has been refined with their input! It’s now simpler than ever to personalise your audio settings to fit exactly how you listen.
Whether you enjoy a clean, unaltered sound for music or prefer to dive into full immersion by activating Sound Core3D’s advanced audio effects for gaming, the choice is yours. With multiple profiles that can be saved and switched instantly, moving between setups for music, games, or movies is seamless and convenient.
Audio Control Module Easily manage your setup with the ACM, which comes equipped with a built-in microphone array along with both 6.3mm and 3.5mm jacks for microphone and headphone connections. With the conveniently placed control knob, adjusting your volume is quick and effortless—always right at your fingertips.
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