Creative Sound BlasterX AE-5 Plus Hi-res PCI-e DAC RGB Gaming Sound Card

Custom Xamp Discrete Headphone Bi-Amp

Maximize your prized headset's potential. Powerful headsets require an audiophile-grade headphone amplifier to drive outstanding audio performance, and that's where Sound BlasterX AE-5 Plus comes in. The hi-res sound card features Xamp, Creative Labs' custom-designed discrete headphone bi-amplifier. It also features an ultra-low 1 ohm headphone output impedance that can drive studio-grade headphones of up to 600 ohms, including high-end planar-magnetic headphones.

The end result? Silky smooth audio regardless of how dynamic or demanding the current audio scene may be. From times when you need a break from gaming, the Xamp also satisfies even the most demanding needs of audiophiles seeking for music in its original form, the way it is intended to be heard.

Typical Headphone Amp vs. Xamp Headphone Amp

In a typical headphone amp, the left and right channels are amplified all at once using the same amplifier IC. With the Xamp discrete headphone bi-amp, each audio channel is individually amplified, allowing the Sound BlasterX AE-5 Plus to deliver pristine audio fidelity in an unaltered lossless model to each earcup regardless of demand.

SABRE DAC

The Sound BlasterX AE-5 Plus is a SABRE-class PCIe DAC that is good for high-resolution audio for games, music, and movies. It delivers an extremely clean 122 dB DNR audio stream at up to 32-bit / 384 kHz playback with ultra-low distortion and jitter.

Aurora Reactive RGB Lighting System

Enjoy a symphony of lights and sound with the Aurora Reactive Lighting System. The Sound BlasterX AE-5 Plus has customizable RGB LEDs on its body, and also features an included RGB LED strip. Program up to 16.8 million colors in different patterns with the free downloadable Sound Blaster Command software for PC.

Surround Sound Enhancement Technologies

Transform your gaming audio into immersive, theatrical audio. On top of support for Dolby Digital Live and DTS Connect Encoding, the Sound BlasterX AE-5 Plus also features discrete 5.1 on speakers and up to 7.1 virtual surround on both speakers and headphones.

Sound Blaster Acoustic Engine

The Sound BlasterX AE-5 Plus rides on Sound Blaster's long legacy of audio processing and enhancements, available through the Sound Blaster Command software. The Sound Blaster Acoustic Engine is a suite of fully customizable audio processing technologies that deliver new levels of audio immersion and precision for the ultimate competitive advantage. These sound technologies create unprecedented levels of audio realism, including stunning 3D surround effects for your speakers and headsets.

Scout Mode

Activate Scout Mode to give yourself a distinct tactical advantage. This tried and tested technology enhances important in-game audio cues, such as footsteps and weapon switching sounds, allowing you to quickly and accurately pinpoint your opponents' location before they pinpoint yours.