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Creative Sound Blaster AE-7 Sound Card (Metallic Gray)
- 5.1 surround channels, and up to 7.1 virtual surround channels Channels
- 32-bit 384 KHz
- PCI Express x1 Interface
Learn more about the Creative Labs AE-7
| Best Seller Ranking | #4 in Sound Cards |
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| Brand | Creative |
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| Series | Sound Blaster |
| Model | AE-7 |
| Part | 70SB180000000 |
| Audio Chipset | Sound Core3D |
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| Channels | 5.1 surround channels, and up to 7.1 virtual surround channels |
| Sample Rate | 384 KHz |
| Digital Audio | 32-bit |
| SNR | 127dB |
| Encode | DTS Connect Encoding |
| Line Out | 1 x 1/8" HP Out (3-pole) 1 x 1/4" HP Out (3-pole) |
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| MIC In | 1 x 1/8" Mic-in (Mono) 1 x 1/4" Mic-in (Mono) |
| Interface | PCI Express x1 |
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| Remote Control | Yes |
| Operating Systems Supported | Microsoft Windows 10 32 / 64 bit, Windows 8.1/8.0 32 / 64 bit, Windows 7 32 / 64 bit |
| System Requirements | Intel Core i3 AMD equivalent processor Intel, AMD or 100% compatible motherboard 1 GB RAM > 600 MB of free hard disk space Available PCIe slot |
| Features | Hardware Accelerated Audio The addition of AE-7 to your PC rig basically means one thing - you're adding in a dedicated quad-core processor designed with one goal in mind - to deliver incredibly pristine and enhanced sound on your PC without overstressing your CPU. Sound Blaster handles audio processing on the card itself, freeing up your CPU to handle other tasks. Clean and Crisp Audio Clarity Enhanced audio is only going to sound as good as the components delivering it, and with the AE-7, we're not pulling any punches. The AE-7 features an ESS SABRE-class 9018 DAC that delivers an incredibly clean 127dB DNR audio stream at up to 32-bit / 384 kHz PCM and DSD64 Playback. If pristine is at the core of your demand, the AE-7 is going to blow past your expectations. Theatrical-Grade Discreet and Virtual Surround Whether you are outputting to headphones or speakers, the AE-7 is able to take stereo or multi-stream sources and transform them into immersive, theatrical audio. It supports discrete 5.1 on speakers, and up to 7.1 virtual surround on speakers and headphones. You can even switch effortlessly between headphones and your speakers for those times you want to pump the bass or go stealthier with your headphones. There's also Dolby Digital Live and DTS Connect Encoding for even more delivery options to your external audio devices. Audio Control Module Take easy control with the ACM that is incorporated with a built-in microphone array, 6.3 mm and 3.5 mm connectors for mic and headphones input and output connections. You can conveniently adjust the volume with the knob on the ACM - all within your fingertips. |
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| Dimensions | Main Card: 5.71" x 0.79" x 5.04" Audio Control Module (ACM): 3.94" x 3.62" x 2.76" |
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| Weight | Main Card: 0.48 lb. Audio Control Unit (ACM): 0.63 lb. |
| Package Contents | Sound Blaster AE-7 (Main Card) Audio Control Module Quick Start Leaflet Warranty Leaflets |
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| Date First Available | September 12, 2019 |
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Pros: Accessibility. Reliability. Trustworthy manufacturer. A name you know is good. Audiophile quality.
Cons: Another expansion card. Sometimes quirky software. Slight increase in energy usage. "Scout" audio feature has been criticized by many.
Overall Review: Before SoundBlaster, I used a Votrax unit, but it was severely limited in function. Then came the SoundBlaster card that I added to my 386 computer and Wow! the sound was good! Ever since then I have added an audio card to my computer builds because I do a lot of work with music and need an easy way to do it. Over the years they have incorporated MIDI, XLR, FireWire, USB and various other modalities of music transfer to their units so that I can use my keyboard (or other musical instrument) to send a signal direct to the computer with no latency and a clean sound. The AE7 has a Hi-res PCI-e DAC, Headphone Bi-amp and audio at 32-bit / 384 kHz PCM and DSD64 Playback. Audiophile, pure and simple. That is why I am willing to add the SoundBlaster Audio card to my system.
Pros: This is a very nice sound card. Everything is crystal clear, and it does exactly what you would expect.
Cons: It seems Creative has moved away from bundling usable software for anything else but gaming. That is too bad. I purchased this product on the sound quality, and know how to get around most of the issues.
Overall Review: I had no issues installing this (hardware and software wise). Happy with this product.
Overall Review: They do put out better audio than any onboard audio on Any motherboard. Make sure you have headphones that can take advantage of it, and you'll be amazed at how you can hear everything. Music never sounded so great, and it does help in gaming as well. Not only can you hear footsteps, but you can easily tell exactly where they are.
Pros: Finally, I can get real volume from all sites. For some reason, many sites did not have the db level I wanted.
Overall Review: Good alternative to even the REALTEK onboard audio.
Overall Review: dont buy because it kills driver slots and no sound had to switch motherboards because drivers didnt work no more on another one i had in
Warranty & Returns
Warranty, Returns, And Additional Information
Warranty
- Limited Warranty period (parts): 1 year
- Limited Warranty period (labor): 1 year
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Return Policies
- Return for refund within: 30 days
- Return for replacement within: 30 days
- This item is covered by Newegg.com's Standard Return Policy
Pros: 32bit 384khz direct mode. No rgb. No molex. Power by the pci slot.
Overall Review: I upgraded from the ae-5 to this because I didn’t need the overkill stuff on the ae-9. The ae-7 is essentially the same thing as the ae-9 card wise, the difference is the desktop unit which I didn’t need. These capacitors and shielding are upgrades of the ae-5. In turn you get better interference reduction and higher dba output. Sound playback at 32bit 384khz in direct mode using source material or from master versions in tidal using exclusive mode allowing the card to do the decoding, is the BEST sound you will find from a sound card on the market. Games and movies sound phenomenal when left in native 5.1, even on a headset. There is no rgb, but the name lights up in plain white, which in my opinion matches the brushed aluminum appearance just fine. I’d buy this thing 10 times again.