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The ASUS Xonar DS is a PCI sound card with a 107 dB Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR), which provides audio that is 10 times cleaner than onboard audio. With the support of DTS Connect and GX2.5, the Xonar DS provides rich audio effects in games and theater quality audio in movies.
DTS Connect consists of two technologies: DTS Neo:PC and DTS Interactive. DTS Neo:PC converts any stereo signal into 7.1 channels so users can get the most out of their multi-channel speaker setup. DTS Interactive converts audio into sensational 7.1 DTS Digital Surround via the S/PDIF output and streams to an AV receiver for the best surround sound available.
ASUS designed GX2.5 to simulate EAX game effects and makes them available on Windows Vista/7 PCs. GX2.5 will automatically emulate the latest EAX technologies without additional software.
The ASUS Xonar DS is a PCI sound card with a 107 dB Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR), which provides audio that is 10 times cleaner than onboard audio. With the support of DTS Connect and GX2.5, the Xonar DS provides rich audio effects in games and theater quality audio in movies.
DTS Connect consists of two technologies: DTS Neo:PC and DTS Interactive. DTS Neo:PC converts any stereo signal into 7.1 channels so users can get the most out of their multi-channel speaker setup. DTS Interactive converts audio into sensational 7.1 DTS Digital Surround via the S/PDIF output and streams to an AV receiver for the best surround sound available.
ASUS designed GX2.5 to simulate EAX game effects and makes them available on Windows Vista/7 PCs. GX2.5 will automatically emulate the latest EAX technologies without additional software.
High Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR)A high SNR rating means less unwanted noise. Therefore the audio is cleaner which translates to better sound quality. The Xonar DS achieves a 107 dB SNR rating for clear audio in games, movies, and music.
DTS ConnectConsisting of DTS Neo:PC and DTS Interactive technologies, DTS Connect brings the world’s most welcomed Hi-fi surround sound to your PC and turns it into a powerful multi-media center and game console.
GX2.5GX2.5 automatically emulates the latest EAX technology – up to EAX5.0, to offer advanced environmental audio effects. While enhancing the feeling of actually being in the game, GX2.5 also improves on directional audio information.
Upgradeable Op-ampThe Xonar DS can be upgraded with the Xonar Op-amp Upgrade Kit for a blend of natural sound and enhanced quality.
Learn more about the ASUS Xonar DS
Model
Brand
ASUS
Model
Xonar DS
Audio core
Audio Chipset
ASUS AV200
Channels
7.1
Sample Rate
192KHz
Digital Audio
24-bit
SNR
Up to 107dB
Hardware Decode
DTS
Ports
Line In
Yes
Line Out
Front/Side/Center-Subwoofer/Back
SPDIF Out
Yes
MIC In
Yes
CD/Aux In
Yes
Details
Interface
PCI
Operating Systems Supported
Windows Vista/XP(32/64bit)/MCE2005
Features
Features
DTS Technologies: DTS Connect (DTS Interactive Encoder and DTS Neo:PC) for both XP and Vista DTS Interactive encodes any 3D gaming audio into true-to-live 5.1 DTS Digital Surround sound experience DTS Neo:PC could expand any stereo music to 7.1 surround sounds
Smart Volume Normalizer: Normalizes the volume of all audio sources into a constant level and also enhances your 3D sound listening range and advantages in gaming
Xear 3D Virtual Speaker Shifter: Adjustable virtual 7.1-speaker positioning
Karaoke Functions: Music Pitch-Shifting, Vocal Cancellation, and Microphone Echo effects with Stereo Mix recording (Wave and Mic-in) for online Karaoke or online DJ applications
FlexBass: Professional Bass Management/Enhancement system
Other Effects: 10-band Equalier/27 Environment Effects
VocalFX: The latest vocal effect technologies for gaming and VoIP, including: VoiceEX: produces vivid environmental reverberation for your voice in EAX games ChatEX: emulates different background environment effects when you chat online Magic Voice: changes your voice pitch to different types (Monster/Cartoon…) for disguising your real voice or just for fun in online chatting