Sound Blaster X-Fi HD
USB Audiophile Sound Card
Features
Overview
Audiophile Performance, Convenient Connectivity, USB Simplicity
The Sound Blaster X-Fi HD is a USB audiophile-grade sound card with premium connectivity for your notebook or PC.
The front panel includes a conveniently located 1/4" microphone input and 1/4" headphone jack with a studio quality headphone amp and volume control. The rear panel features optical I/O, gold-plated stereo RCA I/O plus an integrated phono preamp for direct recording of your vinyl collection from your turntable.
The bundled Media Toolbox software lets you record, convert, enhance and organize your digital music files easily while SBX Pro Studio technology brings you the same great audio experience found in live performances, films, and recording studios.
Audio Performance
Premium USB Sound Blaster quality
Audiophile-grade components deliver unsurpassed USB sound card audio quality with a signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) of 114dB.
SBX Pro Studio for unprecedented audio realism
Unique SBX Pro Studio technology enhances all of your music, movies and games for maximum enjoyment regardless of your source material.
Connectivity
Direct recording from your turntable
Phono preamp with RIAA EQ allows direct connection of your turntable to the USB sound card to conveniently convert your vinyl to CDs or MP3s.
Superior headphone experience
High quality headphone amp supports studio-quality headphones (e.g. <=330Ohms) for discerning audiophiles.
Convenient Connectivity
Gold-plated connectivity for maximum signal quality, easily accessible front-mounted headphone and microphone jacks with convenient volume control.
Software & Drivers
Works with Windows 8
We have updated audio drivers that will allow you to enjoy the ultimate in Sound Blaster performance in Windows 8.
Click here to download the latest drivers.
REVIEWS
[H]ardOCP
If you are looking for a superior alternative to the quality of your laptop or desktop's 2.1 analog onboard sound, then you should without a doubt consider this sound card. For the performance, portability, and features that the X-Fi HD USB offers, it is a very solid solution.
Tech Radar
Good sound quality with a ton of high end connections for hooking up to a hi-fi or high-impedance headphones. The difference between this and on-board sound is palpable, whether you're playing games, watching movies or listening to songs.
4.5 out of 5
Vortez
X-Fi HD sounds absolutely awesome on a surround sound system - bass has been tightened, giving a lovely crisp finish to a variety of tones.
Silver Award
Customer Reviews
S. Colwill
Nice device. Decently constructed. Very good sound quality (though at this price point not true hi-fi of course). Good value for money.
A Closer Look
Specifications
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Audio Technology
- X-Fi
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Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR)
- 114dB
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Connectivity Options (Main)
- Headphone Out: 1 x 1/4" jack
Line Out: 2 x RCA jacks
Line / Phono1 In: 2 x RCA jacks
Microphone In: 1 x 1/4" jack
Optical Out: 1 x TOSLINK
Optical In: 1 x TOSLINK
1Equipped with RIAA EQ (equalization)
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Max Channel Output
- Stereo
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Audio Technologies
- X-Fi, SBX Pro Studio
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Supported Operating Systems
- Windows® 10, Windows® 8, Windows® 7, Windows Vista® SP1 or higher, Windows® XP SP2 or higher
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Audio Fidelity
- Up to 24-bit / 96kHz
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Platform
- USB 2.0
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Recommended Usage
- Gaming, Home Entertainment, Pro Audio
System Requirements
- Microsoft® Windows® 10, Windows® 8, Windows® 7, Windows Vista®, Windows XP (Professional x64 Edition, Service Pack 2 or above)
- Intel® Core™2 Duo or AMD® equivalent processor, 2.2 GHz or faster
- Available USB port
- 1 GB RAM
- 600 MB of free hard disk space
- Headphones or amplified speakers (available separately)
- CD-ROM/DVD-ROM drive for software installation
- Internet connection
Note: Sound Blaster Digital Music Premium HD is also known as Sound Blaster X-Fi HD in certain regions.
Package Contents
- Sound Blaster X-Fi HD
- Activation Guide
- Quick Start Guide
- 2m RCA (male) to mini-jack (male) cable
- USB cable (1.5m)
- Installation CD
- Media Toolbox 6 CD
Note: Sound Blaster X-Fi HD is also known as Sound Blaster Digital Music Premium HD in certain regions.
Warranty
1-year Limited Hardware Warranty
