Creative Labs Sound Blaster Play! 3 External USB Sound Adapter for Windows and Mac. Plug and Play (No Drivers Required). Upgrade to 24-Bit 96Khz Playback
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Color: For Windows and Mac
Features
- power source type: Corded Electric
- No drivers needed -- works straight out of the box.
- Works with PC and Mac -- Compatible with Windows 10, 8.1, 7; and Mac OS x10.9 or higher. Enhance your listening experience -- Upgrade your existing on-board sound to a USB DAC capable of 24-bit 96kHz playback Instantly!
- Easy Headphone connectivity -- Compatible with all analog headsets, from standard mobile phone earbuds to gaming and studio-grade headphones. Connect your headsets with single or split stereo/mic connector easily without the use of a Y-splitter cable.
- Powerful downloadable software -- control panel software gives powerful Audio Enhancements and unprecedented control. Also includes optimized profiles for multiple earphone brands.
- Product Type - SOUND CARD
Features
- power source type: Corded Electric
Description
Instantly Upgrade to High Resolution Audio Once you upgrade from motherboard audio, you'll never go back to it again. The Sound Blaster PLAY! 3 provides such an upgrade, by giving you high resolution 24-bit 96kHz audio for your music, movies, and games. Studio-Grade Listening The Sound Blaster PLAY! 3 drives a wide range of headphones — from mobile phone earbuds and gaming headsets all the way to more expensive studio-grade headphones. The downloadable Control Panel software also includes optimized profiles for selected earphone brands. Crisp Voice Communications and Recording USB Connectivity greatly improves mic recording capabilities, giving you clean 24-bit 48kHZ quality for podcasts or in-game communications. Great Connectivity Simple, Fuss-Free, Plug-and-Play Headphone Connectivity without Y-Splitter Comes with Control Panel software for PC and Mac
Product Dimensions: 5.43 x 0.87 x 0.37 inches
Item Weight: 2.1 ounces
Manufacturer: Creative
Item model number: 70SB173000000
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer: No
Date First Available: March 2, 2017
Compatible Devices: mac
Brand: Creative
Hardware Interface: USB
Audio Output Mode: Stereo
Platform: Windows
Product Dimensions: 5.43 x 0.87 x 0.37 inches
Item Weight: 1.6 ounces
Manufacturer: Creative
Item model number: 70SB173000000
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer: No
Date First Available: March 2, 2017
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For the price it's great. I used this after I stopped using FXSound EQ Software as it continues to test as Malware. I was using that software with a higher end DAC. So I no longer had an EQ software. I saw that this came with EQ Software (Must download SBP3_PCDRV_L12_1_01_08.exe from the Creative downloads website). After getting to know the software and getting it tweaked for audio with the Play! 3 I was able to get the sound pretty good (You can use SBX sound or Equalizer..Your choice). I thought it was such a good deal I purchased another for another laptop. The software is from 2017 but works great under the latest version of Windows 11 25H2.
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The Sound Blaster Play! is a compact and portable sound card that can be easily plugged into your computer's USB port. It has a sleek and stylish design, and its small form factor makes it easy to carry around with you wherever you go. The sound card is compatible with both Windows and Mac operating systems, and can be used with a variety of devices including headphones, speakers, and microphones. One of the main features of the Sound Blaster Play! is its high-quality digital-to-analog converter (DAC), which helps to improve the overall sound quality of your audio. It also has a built-in amplifier, which can provide additional power to your headphones or speakers, resulting in a clearer and more detailed sound. Users have reported that the sound quality is noticeably better when using the Sound Blaster Play! compared to their computer's built-in audio. The Sound Blaster Play! also includes a variety of software features, such as the Sound Blaster Command software, which allows you to customize the audio settings to your liking. The software also includes a range of audio effects and enhancements, such as virtual surround sound, EQ adjustments, and noise reduction. In summary, the Creative Labs Sound Blaster Play! is a great option for anyone looking to improve the audio quality of their computer or laptop. Its compact and portable design, high-quality DAC and built-in amplifier, and customizable software features make it a great value for its price.
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