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Buy the Sound Blaster PLAY! 3
USB DAC Amp and External Sound Card
The Sound Blaster PLAY! 3 is a USB DAC and Amp that provides an instant audio upgrade from motherboard audio. It works with PC and Mac, and houses a powerful amplifier that will drive a whole range of headphones, from basic mobile phone earbuds to gaming and studio-grade headphones. The downloadable Sound Blaster Control Panel Software offers tremendous audio realism and immersive audio effects, and also comes with optimized profiles for selected earphone brands.
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.
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.
USB Connectivity greatly improves mic recording capabilities, giving you clean 24-bit 48kHZ quality for podcasts or in-game communications.
Connecting the Sound Blaster PLAY! 3 to PC and Mac is incredibly easy. Simply connect it to a USB port and you're good to go. No drivers necessary1.
1 While drivers are not necessary for basic device installation and use, we strongly recommend downloading drivers to use with Sound Blaster Control Panel software, which delivers more powerful and advanced audio enhancements and controls.
The Sound Blaster PLAY! 3 lets you connect your headsets with single or split stereo/mic connectors easily, removing the need for a Y-splitter cable.
The downloadable Sound Blaster PLAY! 3 Control Panel software provides powerful control over your listening experience with audio realism and immersive audio effects that enhance your music, entertainment and games.
SBX Pro Studio increases and expands virtual surround spaciousness, allowing you to enjoy cinema-quality sound in the comfort of your home. Specially designed sound profiles improve the audio experience for all headsets.
PLAY! 4
PLAY! 3
USB Connectivity
USB-C With included USB-C to USB-A converter
USB-A
Software
Sound Blaster Control Panel for Windows PC and Mac
Built-in EQ Button
Yes, Bass Boost and Dynamic EQs
No
Direct Mic Mute Button
Yes
No
Connector Types
Integrated 3.5 mm headphone jack
Integrated 3.5 mm headphone jack with external microphone jack
Audio Quality
24-bit / 192 kHz 110 dB
24-bit / 96 kHz 93 dB
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Is Creative Labs Sound Blaster good?
The Creative Sound BlasterX G6 is something that could be a good option for people. It is a versatile device that can work with your computers and consoles. It offers great sound quality. If you are looking for a nice device to make things sound good and not be ridiculously expensive, it might work for you.
What does a Creative sound blaster do?
Redefined into 3 main product series, Sound Blaster provides an audio upgrade solution for every setup for home, work, or play. Find products that answer your audio needs, and you'll never want to go back to standard PC audio again.
Is Creative Sound Blaster Audigy FX good?
Great sound! After not having a working computer for a while I managed to get hold of a cheap "fixer upper" PC. I have kept a set of surround sound speakers from my old PC but I couldn't use them. I have previously bought and used a SoundBlaster card in the past and have been very happy with it.
What does sound blaster connect do?
Sound Blaster Connect lets you control your Creative product easily from your mobile device. Access your favorite music from different sources including microSD card and switch audio sources wirelessly.