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Creative Sound Blaster AE-9 Sound Card (Metallic Gray)

OPEN BOX Product Type
  • 5.1 surround channels, and up to 7.1 virtual surround channels Channels
  • 32-bit 384 KHz
  • PCI Express x1 Interface
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Specs

Learn more about the Creative Labs AE-9

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Model
Brand Creative
Series Sound Blaster
Model AE-9
Part 70SB178000000
Audio core
Audio Chipset Sound Core3D
Channels 5.1 surround channels, and up to 7.1 virtual surround channels
Sample Rate 384 KHz
Digital Audio 32-bit
SNR 129dB
Encode DTS Connect Encoding
Ports
Line Out 1 x 1/8" Rear Out
1 x 1/8" Center / Sub Out
SPDIF In 1 x TOSLINK Optical In
SPDIF Out 1 x TOSLINK Optical Out
Other Ports 1 x ACM Link
1 x 6-pin PCI Express (PCI-e) Power Header (required for ACM)
2 x RCA (L/R) Front Out
Details
Interface PCI Express x1
Remote Control Yes
Operating Systems Supported Microsoft Windows 10 32 / 64 bit, Windows 8.1/8.0 32 / 64 bit, Windows 7 32 / 64 bit
System Requirements Intel Core i3 AMD equivalent processor
Intel, AMD or 100% compatible motherboard
1 GB RAM
> 600 MB of free hard disk space
Available PCIe slot
Available PCI Express Power Connector for Audio Control Unit
PC Power Supply Unit must be 80Plus Bronze Certified with minimum 500 Watt power output and 2 x 6 Pin PCI Express power connector
Features
Features A Feast for Your Ears
The Sound Blaster AE-9 is built with the absolute best components to deliver pristine, detailed audio quality that would satisfy even the most demanding audiophile.
The core of the Sound Blaster AE-9 is the flagship audiophile-grade hi-res ESS SABRE-class 9038 DAC. It delivers an ultra-high DNR of 129dB, 32-bit 384 kHz playback over PCM, DSD64, and an incredibly low Total Harmonic Distortion of -120dB (0.0001%).

CLEANLINE TECHNOLOGY
Our newest innovation - CleanLine Technology - is set to overthrow the need of an external desktop mixer that takes up the desktop's valuable real estate.
The CleanLine Technology is designed to filter and isolate noise along the mic path so you can truly enjoy crystal clear and uncompromised voice communications even while your GPU is pushing its limits.

The Xamp Discrete Headphone Bi-amplifier
The Xamp discrete headphone amplifier uses a dual-amp design to amplify each audio channel individually for pristine, uncompromised audio. It utilizes a push-pull output stage design to achieve good amplification.

Powerful Sound All Around
Immerse yourself in audio! The Sound Blaster AE-9 supports discrete 5.1 surround channels, and up to 7.1 virtual surround channels. The sound card also comes with Sound Blaster's Surround virtualization technology that can be fully customized, or switched off completely.

Power at Your Fingertips
Many of the Sound Blaster AE-9's powerful features, such as the incredible Xamp, are contained within the Audio Control Module that sits on your desk. The Audio Control Module also supports dynamic/phantom-powered condenser microphones, perfect for serious content creators and streamers.
Dimensions & Weight
Dimensions Main Card: 0.87" x 7.01" x 5.00"
Audio Control Module (ACM): 2.56" x 5.90" x 5.04"
Weight Main Card: 0.51 lb.
Audio Control Module (ACM): 1.06 lbs.
Package Contents
Package Contents Sound Blaster AE-9 (main card)
Audio Control Module
Quick Start Leaflet
Warranty Leaflets
2 x Stereo to RCA cables
1 x Optical TOSLINK cable
Additional Information
First Listed on Newegg May 21, 2020

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