Sound Blaster AE-X
Hi-res PCIe DAC with Discrete Headphone Amp
The Sound Blaster AE-X delivers a clear step up from onboard audio for serious builds.
- Reference-Grade Fidelity
- Hi-Res Playback
- Power for Demanding Headphones
- Advanced Playback and ASIO Support
- Desktop-ready Connectivity
- Parametric EQ and customisation via app
High-Fidelity Audio
Powered by theESS ES9039Q2MDAC, it delivers exceptional clarity with a130 dBdynamic range. Enjoy pristine 32-bit/384 kHz playback that uncovers deeper layers of detail, bringing music, movies, and games vividly to life as intended.
Powerful Performance
Its built-in high-performance headphone amplifier delivers up to350 mW @ 32Ω; far surpassing standard onboard audio to effortlessly drive studio-grade headphones. With DSD256 and ASIO 2.3 support, it ensures a clean, low-latency, bit-perfect audio path for truly immersive listening.
Immersive Surround Sound
Experience sound that surrounds you with 7.1 virtual surround, delivering a wider, more immersive soundstage for movies, games, and music.
Precision Sound Personalization
Fine-tune your sound precisely with the new Parametric EQ and Acoustic Engine, tailored to your exact preferences.
Use AutoEq to match the frequency response of supported headphones for accurate, balanced listening. Easily save, import, and share profiles to personalize audio across scenarios.
Desktop-ready Connectivity
Designed for seamless integration, the Sound Blaster AE-X offers coaxial output and optical input for flexible connections across your desktop audio ecosystem.
Easily connect headphones, microphones, external DACs, speakers, TVs, and gaming consoles with a full range of analog and digital I/O for maximum versatility.
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| Brand | Creative Technology |
| USB Ports | |
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| USB | Yes |
| Audio Ports | |
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| Number of Headphone Ports | 1 |
| Number of Microphone Ports | 1 |
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| Maximum Playback Sampling Rate | 4 Byte 384 kHz |
| General Features | |
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| Manufacturer | Creative Technology, Ltd |
| Brand | Creative Technology, Ltd |
| UPC/GTIN | 054651196858 |
| MPN | 70SB196000000 |
| Unit Count | 1 Units |
| Warranty | 1 Year |
| Return Policy | This product is eligible for 30-day returns. See our return policy for details. |