Creative Sound Blaster X4 Hi-Res 7.1 USB DAC and Amp (PC/Mac)
SKU# AC56247, Model# 70SB181500000

Creative Sound Blaster X4 Hi-Res 7.1 USB DAC and Amp for PC & Mac - Dimensions: 130.5 mm x 130.5 mm x 40.6 mm - Dynamic Range (DNR): 114 dB - Audio Technology: Sound Blaster Acoustic Engine, Super X-Fi - Max. Playback Quality: Up to PCM 16/24-Bit / 192.0 kHz - Mic-in Recording Quality: Up to 16/24-bit / 48.0, 96.0 kHz\ - 70SB181500000

Manufacturer Warranty: 12 Months Limited Warranty

· Up to 7.1 discrete for multi-channel speakers

· Super X-Fi Headphone Holography

· SmartComms Kit with auto mute and two-way noise cancellation

· Creative app via USB on Windows PC and Mac for full audio customization

· CrystalVoice for clear recordings and in-game communications

MULTI-CHANNEL SURROUND

#TeamSpeakers or #TeamHeadphones? Why not both? The Sound Blaster X4 supports up to 7.1 discrete and virtual audio channels, so you won't have to compromise on the way you enjoy your audio. It is also capable of incredible sound performance—acoustics depth and detail—giving a new lease of life to your headphones and speakers. Also, it offers not just one, but three different surround sound delivery options. Feel free to discover the unique characteristics of each surround option, try them out on different types of media content, and maybe—relive that favorite piece of yours in a whole new light.

 

Creative Sound Blaster X4 Hi-Res 7.1 USB DAC and Amp for PC & Mac

Hi-res 7.1 External USB DAC and Amp Sound Card with Super X-Fi® and SmartComms Kit

Multi-channel
Up to 7.1 discrete for multi-channel speakers
Up to 7.1 virtual for headphones

Surround
Super X-Fi Headphone Holography
Sound Blaster's renowned Surround Virtualization
Dolby Digital Live

I/O connectors
Line-out and Line-in
Optical-out and Optical-in
USB-C for power and audio
Mic-in
Headset-in

Communication
SmartComms Kit with auto mute and two-way noise cancellation
CrystalVoice for clear recordings and in-game communications

Controls
Volume control knob
Direct mic mute button
Three EQ modes and Direct mode
Super X-Fi and SXFI BATTLE Mode on / off
Speakers (Line-out) and headphones switch
Audio Balance feature

Software
Creative app via USB on Windows PC and Mac for full audio customization
Creative app via Bluetooth® on Android and iOS for quick EQ and audio tweaks

Headphone amplifier
Supports headphone impedance of 32—600Ω

Gaming
SXFI BATTLE Mode for realistic audio cues, details, and depth
Scout Mode that instantly lets you in on the faintest sounds made by your foes

Audio and power
114 dB, 24-bit / 192 kHz
Convenient USB-C Bus-powered

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MULTI-CHANNEL SURROUND

#TeamSpeakers or #TeamHeadphones? Why not both? The Sound Blaster X4 supports up to 7.1 discrete and virtual audio channels, so you won't have to compromise on the way you enjoy your audio. It is also capable of incredible sound performance—acoustics depth and detail—giving a new lease of life to your headphones and speakers. Also, it offers not just one, but three different surround sound delivery options. Feel free to discover the unique characteristics of each surround option, try them out on different types of media content, and maybe—relive that favorite piece of yours in a whole new light.

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Super X-Fi Headphone Holography

More than just surround technology, Super X-Fi is our award-winning audio technology that captures the listening experience of a high-end multi-speaker system in a professional studio to recreates the same expansive experience in headphones. Without missing out on audio cues and immersive ambient effects, you'll be able to hear the details effortlessly from your headphones—especially spoken dialogs in shows—with natural and lifelike soundstage that's deeply immersive and highly realistic, akin to the movie theaters.

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Sound Blaster Surround Virtualization

We've been in this space for a long time—more than 30 years to boot. With our renowned Surround Virtualization technology, expect top-tier surround processing made possible through our highly optimized algorithms. To put it simply, these algorithms intelligently identify and enhance the spatial information of the incoming audio, and optimize it for the chosen output format, drawing you to where the action is for a complete and immersive auditory experience.

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Dolby Digital Live

For Windows users, the Sound Blaster X4 also features Dolby Digital Live for convenient encoding of any audio sources to multi-channel surround sound in real-time, all while transmitting data using only a single optical cable solution for decoding in a home theater system.

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Connect Everything

You asked, we've listened: The optical-in port is now on the Sound Blaster X4. With the Sound Blaster X4 and its 7 I/O connectors, it's now much easier to connect multiple audio devices! From external microphones and headsets, to platforms like your PC, Mac, gaming consoles, and even your multi-channel speaker systems—this practically converts your desktop setup into an audio hub.

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Speaker systems

Breathe new life into your surround speaker system! The line-out ports consisting of Front, Side, Rear, and Center / Sub ports allow you to connect your 2.1, 5.1, and even 7.1 speakers for outstanding audio clarity. Coupled with 7.1 discrete and virtual support, refresh your same old speakers with a new sound identity.

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Powering the Sound Blaster X4

The USB-C port makes it easy for you to power up the device right on your desktop once the connection is made. And when connected to platforms like PC and Mac, the USB-C connection is used for both power and audio, making it super convenient (with less mess) to set up.

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PS4™ (with voice chat), Blu-ray, Set-top boxes, TV, mobile devices

Chat in-game with your teammates on PS4 and enjoy the Sound Blaster X4's enhanced audio delivery at the same time with the newly added optical-in port! It's also compatible with your Blu-ray players, set-top boxes, and even TV. You can also connect the Sound Blaster X4 to your PS5™ via a HDMI to optical converter (not included) for enhanced audio during your gameplay!

The very same port also acts as a line-in port that will work with your mobile devices or audio players for high-quality audio without fuss.

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External mics and headsets / headphones with mic

Located on the front of the Sound Blaster X4 for easy access to the microphone and headset ports, simply plug in your preferred choice and get started. Need your team to hear you better? You can further adjust your microphone's gain and volume boost via the Acoustic Engine module of the Creative app. The Sound Blaster X4 is also a headphone amplifier that's capable of driving studio-grade headphones of up to 600Ω with ease.

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Direct Mic Mute Button

With a direct microphone mute button on the Sound Blaster X4, you don't have to scramble to unmute yourself in-app during a conference call, or while in-game. All it takes is a single button press, and that's it.

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Audio Balance

Easily control the volume levels between two audio sources with the Audio Balance feature on your PC, Mac, PS5, or PS4! After a one-time setup, you'll be able to adjust the volume mix on the volume control knob by turning the knob left to right, and vice versa—perfect for use during conference calls while listening to music or podcasts, or while communicating in-game with teammates.

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Personalize Everything

Plus, there are loads of customizable settings for the Sound Blaster X4 on the Creative app. The best part? You can choose to tweak each and every element, or switch them off completely.

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