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Creative SoundBlaster X-Fi Xtreme Audio PCI-Express - OEM
- quickfind code: 129740
- manufacturer #: 30SB104200000
Buying Information
267 in stock for next day delivery
Thursday, 11th February
29 reviewsOverview
Product Description
Creative SoundBlaster X-Fi Xtreme Audio SoundcardUpgrade your PC to award-winning Creative Sound Blaster X-Fi Xtreme Fidelity audio! Creative Sound Blaster X-Fi Xtreme Audio PCI Express transforms MP3 music and movies over headphones or surround sound speakers. Creative X-Fi Crystalizer restores the details and vibrancy lost during MP3 and DivX compression, breathing life back into any audio.Creative SoundBlaster X-Fi CMSS-3D expands stereo music and movie sound tracks into amazing surround sound even over regular headphones, with OpenAL and EAX 4.0 support for enhanced gaming. The perfect addition to PCI Express-ready PCs, this Windows Vista compliant card features extended connectivity thanks to its integrated digital optical input and output.
Price Breaks
| Qty | 5-9 | 10-19 | 20-39 | 40-59 | 60+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ex VAT | £36.80 | £36.60 | £36.46 | £36.13 | £35.79 |
| inc VAT | £43.24 | £43.01 | £42.85 | £42.46 | £42.06 |
Specification
Product Specifications
General | |
|---|---|
| Device Type | Sound card |
| Enclosure Type | Plug-in card |
| Interface Type | PCI Express x1 |
Processor / Memory | |
| Signal Processor | Creative X-Fi Xtreme Fidelity |
Audio Output | |
| Sound Output Mode | 7.1 channel surround |
| DAC Data Width | 24-bit |
| Sample Rate | 96 kHz (max) |
| Max Speakers Qty | 8 |
| Features | Creative Multi Speaker Surround (CMSS) - 3D, 24-bit Crystalizer |
| Compliant Standards | EAX 4.0, OpenAL |
| Audio Modes | Playback : 24-bit 96 kHz 7.1 ¦ Record : 24-bit 96 kHz |
Expansion / Connectivity | |
| Interfaces | 1 x audio - line-in/microphone - mini-phone 3.5mm ¦ 1 x audio - line-out/headphones - mini-phone 3.5mm ¦ 1 x audio - line-out (side surround) - mini-phone 3.5mm ¦ 1 x audio - line-out (centre/subwoofer) - mini-phone 3.5mm ¦ 1 x audio - line-out (rear) - mini-phone 3.5mm ¦ 1 x audio - SPDIF output ¦ 1 x audio - SPDIF input |
| Compatible Slots | 1 x PCI Express x1 - full-height |
Miscellaneous | |
| Certified for Windows Vista | Certified for Windows Vista software and devices have undergone compatibility tests for ease-of-use, better performance and enhanced security. |
| Package Type | Bulk |
Software / System Requirements | |
| Software | Drivers & Utilities |
| OS Required | Microsoft Windows XP 64-bit Edition, Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Edition, Microsoft Windows XP SP2, Microsoft Windows Vista |
| Peripheral / Interface Devices | CD-ROM |
| System Requirements Details | Pentium 4 - 1.6 GHz - RAM 256 MB - HD 600 MB |
Product Reviews
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You've never seen a card that uses those strange little sockets until now!
operating system:
Windows VistaThis is a great product. Built a new system to use Vista 64, but my old sound card could not cope. Thought I would try this, and I am absolutely delighted I did.
This is the first card I have come across that makes use of those new little PCI express slots, which is great as it leaves the PCI slots for other things. This card paired with a set of Logitech speakers makes a great sound, and still costs less than other cards out there.
This is ace! So much better than onboard m/b audio!
operating system:
Not ApplicableJust bought this off ebuyer thought I would give a pci xpress x-fi card a go, for 26 quid it is awesome, 7.1 sound optical in's & outs and it sounds fantastic such a worthwhile upgrade, lovely software and drivers under vista too. dont buy the retail version get this! oem rules!
Good Quality
Had this running on Vista Home Premium for over a week - drivers are stable and the sound output is excellent coupled with these:
http://www.ebuyer.com/product/74747
Make sure to set up the graphic equaliser in the admin program for optimal sound.
Just the Job!
operating system:
Windows VistaGot this card to replace my onboard AC'97 audio as this was experiencing difficulties under Vista (audio glitches). The SoundBlaster is working great and no issues whatsoever under Vista....even with default MS drivers. Glad I bought this.
Just what I needed, and at the right price!
I installed Vista some months ago and had to revert to onboard sound card, because the PCI sound card install was not fully support for Vista. I have also recently used up my spare PCI slot and the only one left was the PCI express slot, this sound card solved my problem. There was no problems with installing the card and the supporting drivers and software. I have two hard drives, one with Vista and the other with XP Media and the sound card works well on both OS. And the price, well what can one say!!!!!!!
Incredible!
operating system:
Windows XPI purchased this sound card after my on-board sound from my Asus Motherboard started producing crackling sounds, i brought this hoping for the same sound quality but without the crackling... Wow i was in for a surprise!
The sound quality is amazing and everything just sounds so much clearer.
Anyone thinking of buying this i would highly reccomend it, it's easy and quick to install and the driver software allows for easy configuration.
Games console through sound card
Could anyone tell me or try it out to see if it is possible to plug a ps3 or 360 into this card via optical and output it through the 3.5 mm jacks too computer speakers.
Good Card
operating system:
Windows VistaReally good card with good support from vista drivers now. Not as good as the gamer version but u can really tell the difference between this and onboard sound.
Thought your on-board sound was good?
operating system:
Windows XPWell it's not. Get one of these and enter a whole new world of sound. Creative software is bloaty and slow to load (as usual), but gives you loads of options to tailor your listening pleasures to a very high degree.
Using mine with an old but excellent Altec ADA885 4.1 THX speaker system and have stopped using my expensive Aiwa hi-fi for music as it sounds crap in comparison.
This is really good value as you get a huge 'bang for your buck'. First PCI-express hardware I have used (apart from graphics cards).... wouldn't notice anything different, except that this is the first Creative card that has not caused a FPS drop in gaming.
OEM is all you need, but it is the card and disc just jiffy-bagged. The first came crushed by the PO, but was quickly replaced by ebuyer.
All in all, no real bad points...get one!
Superb
operating system:
Windows XPI bought this as my onboard sound on Asus P5b was a starting to give me a little problem with interferance(slight crackling through speakers) well i should have got this card ages ago because the difference is outstanding.... so sharp and crip, Perfect
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