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Creative Sound Blaster X4 USB DAC and Amp $204.95 + Free Shipping @ Creative Australia

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USB DAC and Amp with Smart Communication Features - For both work and gaming

Imbued with essential communication features—SmartComms Kit and CrystalVoice—for better, clearer, and fuss-free conversations that just flows. Automatically mute and unmute yourself without lifting a finger, remove static background noise from both ends of a call and echoes that go on a parroting loop, or even reduce the harsh tones of your built-in headset’s mic using our Microphone Equalizer—it’s all possible with Sound Blaster X4.

It doesn’t stop there: The Sound Blaster X4 is also packed with 7 I/O connectors, 3 surround sound technologies, up to 7.1 discrete and virtual multi-channel support, built-in headphone amplifier that drives headphones of up to 600Ω with ease, and customizable EQ modes for any types of content, compatible with all kinds of platforms.

Video: https://youtu.be/1G5vsgI3PnY
YouTube Review: https://youtu.be/PWzajiLGaEg

More about SmartComms Kit: https://au.creative.com/technology/smartcommskit/
More about Super X-Fi for Gaming: https://au.creative.com/sxfigaming/

Sound Blaster X3 (Previous hot-favourtie):
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  • -8

    Will this improve the audio quality of my Zoom meetings?

    • +10

      Yes. In fact, you can even hear what they think of you.

      • -3

        Does it have a feature to emphasise words whilst you are talking?

        • +4

          No but it has a feature to grey what you say..

        • They will literally hear the bolded words.

  • I have a Sound Blaster ZxR, would this be better if I'm primarily using powered speakers?

    Looking to free up a PCIe slot inside my desktop.

    • What do you need a soundcard for with powered speakers?

      • Motherboard audio is generally pretty awful, and I've had the ZxR since launch so kept using it through multiple PC upgrades

        • Not all motherboard audio is terrible.
          Some of the realtek 8xx series was pretty rotten but the 12xx series is good.
          That said, you could just use a cheap DAC that at least has a nice chip in it.

    • X4 has a DNR of 114 dB compared to ZxR's 124 dB, but X4 has features like Super X-Fi, SXFI Battle mode, SmartComms kit, EQ modes, and a mic button. You can also plug it into other devices like headsets if you want to!

      • Thank you. Is the audio quality noticably better?

        • Exactly what I'd like to know. I also have the ZxR and wondering if I should jump on this…

        • +1

          Understand that you would like to find out more info before coming to a decision, and we would love to help you with that. Do you mind sharing what’s your primary usage/media consumption so we can better recommend what is the most suitable audio solution for you needs?

          Feel free to DM us!

  • Any experts here regarding how these match up to a topping MX3? this looks so much better in terms of aesthetics so potential switch it out for these…

  • Beware of International transaction charge !!! This mob process payment oversea.

  • I have the Rig 500 E-Sports edition headphones

    https://www.ebgames.com.au/product/pc/242882-rig-500-pro-e-s…

    They already came with a code for Dolby Atmos for Windows

    Will using this Soundblaster with them make any improvement to my sound?

    • On top of what the headset offer, the Sound Blaster X4 is also a headphone amplifier, so it would improve the audio and further enhance your gaming experience with both SXFI BATTLE Mode and Scout Mode features.

      https://au.creative.com/sxfigaming

      Here’s the Sound Blaster buy guide if you want to consider others, depending on your usage and devices: https://au.creative.com/soundblaster/#buying-guide

      • I am struggling to choose between the GC7, X4 and G6

        Primary usage gaming. Don't care about portability as it's for use on a desktop.

        • If you're using it just for gaming, we would recommend either the GC7 or G6. The GC7 has programmable buttons for you to save your audio presets and assign custom keystrokes, has Super X-fi technology, and offers gaming features like SXFI BATTLE Mode & Scout mode. On the other hand, the G6 has audiophile-grade specs, giving you quality audio as a virtual 7.1, 32-bit / 384 kHz, 130 dB USB DAC.

      • Can I also clarify, do these Sound Blaster units work with USB headphones or do they only work with standard headphones (3.5mm jack?)

        • Our cards don't work with USB headsets, just 3.5mm analog ones

          • @CLPL: OK well I have settled on a GC7.

            Any chance of a discount code?

            Back in the 1990's every computer store stocked Creative Soundblaster products - these days almost none do.

  • +1

    I thought this was a robo-vacuum..

  • I have X3, what's the improvement X4 over that?

    • +1

      X3's audio specs are slightly better than X4, but X4 offers features like SmartComms Kit and Battle Mode which may interest you, depending on your usage. It also has Optical in connectivity which X3 doesn't.

  • Thanks, have ordered one to replace my old X-fi Titanium which doesn't work so well under Windows 10. The ability to easily switch between speakers and headphones sold it for me.

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