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Creative Sound Blaster X3 Hi-Res 7.1 USB DAC & Amp Sound Card $159.95 (Was $179.95) Delivered @ Creative AU

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Creative Sound Blaster X3 Hi-Res 7.1 USB DAC & Amp Sound Card $159.95 (Was $179.95) Delivered @ Creative AU
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AssociatedCLPL on 15/06/2021 - 12:47 au.creative.com (709 clicks)
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Sound Blaster X3 - Our best-selling External USB DAC and Amp Sound Card

Raising the bar for your desktop movie experience, X3 comes packed full of features that promise the best cinematic experience at home, regardless of your preference for speakers or headphones. It is the world's first external multi-channel USB DAC and Amp to feature our award-winning Super X-Fi technology, as well as 7.1 discrete surround on speakers, 7.1 virtual surround on headphones, and Dolby Digital Live1. Coupled with high-quality audio components that power hi-res 32-bit / 192 kHz playback at 115 dB DNR / SNR, you can be sure that audio is delivered with studio-level precision and clarity.

And when it comes to versatility, the X3 is unmatched. Featuring a myriad of connectivity options including a USB-C port, Optical-out, and Line-in that makes it compatible with most audio devices, X3 is set to redefine your movie and gaming experience at the comfort of your home.

WORKS WITH:
Windows PC | macOS | PS4™ | PS5™ | Nintendo Switch™

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Youtube reviews:
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"The Sound Blaster X3 has a lot of power for your audio needs and is an asset to your gaming or streaming rig. Combine that with its good pricing and you have an excellent choice for an external DAC/amp." - GAMESPACE.COM

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  • MasterScythe on 15/06/2021 - 12:52
    +1

    Headphone Amp
    Supported Headphone Impedance: 32–600Ω
    Low Gain: 32–149Ω (1.2V RMS @ 32Ω, 1.5V RMS @ 150Ω)
    High Gain: 150–600Ω (2.3V RMS @ 150Ω, 2.9V RMS @ 600Ω)

    That's not terrible…. would be a good buy for anyone with Senn. HD600 or HD58X

    • kingrektor on 15/06/2021 - 13:22

      I got a HD58X and this works really well, atleast for me it does.

  • wordpickle on 15/06/2021 - 12:56

    How satisfying is the dial?

    • MasterScythe on 15/06/2021 - 12:57
      +2

      Apparently loose and a little plasticy.

      https://youtu.be/2uzy5kJv68E?t=155

      • wordpickle on 15/06/2021 - 13:12
        +2

        gah, what a shame. thanks for the info.

    • jjsu on 15/06/2021 - 13:18

      It is made from plastic, but gives fairly fine adjustments (you feel a slight bump each time you turn). Definitely not horrendous, but could be more 'satisfying'.

      I don't have the same loose issue as mentioned in a reply.

  • punk on 15/06/2021 - 12:59

    tempted. I've always wanted to try out their super x-fi products. I wonder how good the theatre headphones are.

    On a side note, I think its time for an anniversary edition of the Creative Vision:M

    • MasterScythe on 15/06/2021 - 15:19
      +2

      I was too; but I decided long ago to go with one of these;

      https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/252167612714

      Very glad I did.

      • Crys on 15/06/2021 - 15:59
        +1

        That's a standalone amp and would still require the purchase of a separate DAC (one with a 3.5mm aux output or RCA to 3.5mm cable from your DAC), otherwise you will just be amplifying the audio signal from an existing soundcard, which is likely to be of low quality.

        I've never heard the X3, but on paper it seems like a good value proposition for a desktop if you only have $160 to spend. Even a good budget DAC/AMP stack from SMSL, Topping or Schiit wouldn't give you change from $200 these days.

        • MasterScythe on 15/06/2021 - 16:44

          Very true; more people are in need of a headphone amp than a DAC these days though.
          Assuming we're talking compressed audio commonly found in games, and from (most) music people store on their PC's; the calming-down of the electronic wasps in the top end, that a little tube can bring to a set of headphones is game changing alone.

          You're absolutely right though; it's an amp only.

      • Lost-Sons of dallas on 15/06/2021 - 16:39

        These are great

  • jjsu on 15/06/2021 - 13:15
    +3

    Bought about a year and half ago for a very similar price (if not the exact same). Might be useful to add that it is my first desktop external amp.

    Quite nifty since I switch between speakers and headphones quite frequently - and can also adjust my microphone from it aswell. Software is decent too, nothing too crazy.

    Overall, does it's job well and there have been no serious complaints so far. Can't comment on the price, since I honestly don't have too much knowledge about similar products in the market.

  • s3n on 15/06/2021 - 16:50

    G6 is also on sale which may be better for gaming

  • Julzx on 15/06/2021 - 20:06

    I bought this a year ago, there was definitely noticeable difference in audio quality of my headphones and microphones when testing. The dial aint that satisfying but for this price its OK for build quality. Tested with Sennheiser IE 80 and Sennheiser PC 350.

  • adventurer on 16/06/2021 - 01:31

    Warning.
    Use a card without any International fees when buy anything from au.creative.com
    They process the transaction overseas.

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