Creative Sound Blaster X7 High-Resolution USB DAC 600 ohm Headphone Amplifier with Bluetooth Connectivity MODEL No: SB1580 Color: Black + 76W Power 24-BIT 192KHZ HIGH-RES AUDIO FOR GREAT SOUND QUALITY ? Hear more details and nuances of your audio playback, be it in games, movies, or music. KICKASS 100W STEREO AMPLIFIER ? Highly efficient amplifier lets you enjoy powerful audio with crystal-clear details when you pair with the E-MU XM7, a pair of passive bookshelf speakers. KNOCK-OUT QUALITY DAC WITH DOLBY DIGITAL DECODING ? The Burr-Brown PCM1794 127dB digital-to-analog converter (DAC), coupled with a built-in Dolby Digital decoder, lets you experience cinematic true-to-life 5.1 channel playback in high resolution. CLASS-LEADING HEADPHONE AMPLIFIER ? top-of-the-range TPA6120A2 headphone amplifier is capable of driving high-end 600? headphones, delivering powerful and pristine audio. ADVANCED SOUND AND VOICE PROCESSING ? SBX Pro Studio Technology adds a new level of immersion to your audio experience, while Crystal Voice Technology enhances audio pickup and focuses on your voice. Connectivity technology : Bluetooth From the manufacturer It's Good to Be Recognized The Sound Blaster X7 has been named as the Honouree for two distinguished 2015 CES Innovations Awards namely the 'Home Audio/Video Components and Accessories' category and 'Computer Hardware and Components' category. The Sound Blaster X7 was also awarded Tom's Hardware's Top Pick for 2015. This award gives recognition to devices in the name of innovation and excellence of the development that surpasses other consumer electronic products this year. Creative Sound Blaster X7 The Biggest, Baddest, Boldest Sound Blaster Ever The Sound Blaster X7 is the ultimate upgrade for pro-gamers and audio enthusiasts. This feature-packed ultra High Resolution Audio (HRA) device acts as an external USB DAC and a powerful audio amplifier with low-latency Bluetooth connectivity and Dolby Digital decoder. Created to provide only the best audio experience for gamers and audiophiles alike, the Sound Blaster X7 incorporates Creative's renowned audio processing technologies with the finest audiophile-grade components and specifications in a compact enclosure. What's in the Box? Sound Blaster X7 Device Quick Start Leaflet WW Warranty Leaflets 24V/2.91A AC-DC Power Adaptor and cable RCA to 3.5mm Stereo Cable for Front Out RCA to 3.5mm Stereo Cable (Female) for Line-In microUSB Cable 1.5m Headphone Stand 24-bit Sound Blaster Audio Processor The Sound Blaster X7 features the SB-Axx1 multi-core Digital Signal Processor (DSP) which is capable of voice processing, audio restoration, proprietary effects processing and is also a certified Dolby Digital 5.1 decoder. It has a special patented EMU32 bus capable of processing up to 32 concurrent audio streams. This allows the Sound Blaster X7 to handle multiple audio inputs and outputs. In addition, a proprietary audio chip helps the Sound Blaster X7 achieve audiophile-grade audio playback from stereo to 5.1 configurations at up to 24-bit 192kHz. 100w* Stereo Amplifier A high power, high efficiency Class-D digital amplifier TPA3116D2 delivers up to 100W power (2 x 50W @ 4?*), allowing you to connect to passive bookshelf or tower speakers. The Sound Blaster X7 features an impedance switch to select between 4? and 8? to match your speakers to deliver the best audio performance. * Requires upgrade to high-power adapter (24V 6A) Your Audio, Personalized The Sound Blaster X7 comes with software that functions as your personal sound controller, on your desktop, notebook, tablet, or smart device. Introducing the Sound Blaster X7 Control App and the Sound Blaster X7 Control software. Specifications: Output: 5.1 Channels Audio Processor: SB-Axx1 Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR): 127dB (DAC) Connectivity Options (Main) microUSB Microphone: Built-in Stereo Mic, 1 x 1/8 inches (3.5 millimeter) Mic In Line / Optical : 1 x RCA Aux/Line In, 1 x TOSLINK Optical In, 1 x TOSLINK Optical Out Speaker : 2 x Binding Post Passive Speaker Out (L/R), 1 x RCA Line/Front Speaker Out, 1 x 1/8 inches (3.5 millimeter) Rear Speaker Out, 1 x 1/8 inches (3.5 millimeter) Center/Sub Speaker Out Headphone : 1 x 1/8 inches (3.5 millimeter)Headphone Out, 1 x 1/4 inches (6.3 millimeter) Headphone Out USB HOST :1 x Type A USB Host Port - Device Audio Stream Charging Headphone Amp : Up to 600 Ohms Max Channel Output: 5.1 Channels, Stereo Amplified Low Latency Wireless Audio, via Bluetooth 4.1 The Sound Blaster X7 offers Bluetooth 4.1 with aptX Low Latency and AAC codec support, letting you stream audio wirelessly and yet still maintain the fidelity of your music. aptX with Low Latency support allows you to watch movies and play games via your wireless devices, while ensuring audio synchronization. System Requirements: Windows Intel Core 2 Duo or AMD equivalent processor (2.8 GHz or faster recommended) Intel, AMD or 100% compatible motherboard Microsoft Windows 8.1/8.0 32/64-bit, Windows 7 32/64-bit, Windows Vista 32/64-bit SP1 or higher 1GB RAM 600 MB of free hard disk space Available USB 2.0/3.0 port (High Speed recommended with driver) Macintosh Macintosh running Mac OS X 10.6.8 or higher 1GB RAM 600 MB of free hard disk space Available USB 2.0/3.0 port (High Speed recommended with software) iOS iPhones/iPads running iOS 6.0 or higher for Bluetooth^ iPhones/iPads running iOS 6.0 or higher for USB Host Audio streaming via Lightning Connector ^ Devices must support Bluetooth 4.1 (Low Energy) or higher Android Phones/Tablets running Android 2.3 or higher for Bluetooth Phones/Tablets running Android 4.1 or higher for USB Host Streaming* * Devices must support AOA2 USB Streaming Product information Color:Black + 76W Power Product Dimensions 10.6 x 7.8 x 9.47 inches Item Weight 4.82 pounds Manufacturer Creative Item model number X7 Date First Available November 25, 2014