Built in 120db TI headphone amp supports up to 600ohm with selectable impedance levels
24-bit/192kHz AK4396VF DAC; 24-bit/192kHz AK5385BVF ADC line in
S/PDIF optical 5.1ch input/output; onboard CD digital in, coaxial in/out requires 2pin (CA1) cable
Front panel audio support with auto mute feature: 10 pin (AC97 compatible)
PCI only. PCI to PCI Express adapter use not recommended. Please verify that you have a PCI slot available and that it is not obstructed by other components (ex: graphics card).
You love listening to your sound on headphones, and you've got some good high-impedance units to listen with. But most computer sound boards are low-impedance outputs, aren't they?
HT Omega has created a sound board that lets you set the output impedance via jumpers all the way up to 600 ohms. Of course, that wouldn't do you much good if the sound didn't match it. How does 24 bit sound and 192 kHz sample rate sound to you? (Let's put it this way: CDs are 16 bit audio at about 44 kHz sample rate.) It also functions as a MIDI controller to your MIDI setup. Optical SPDIF input and optical SPDIF output, as well as regular Line In, Microphone In, and CD/Auxiliary In, with standard RCA connectors for output to an amplifier or receiver.
As always, look around and decide for yourself, but if you'll pardon the pun, it sounds pretty good to me.
Dolby Digital LiveThe on-board Dolby Digital Live real-time content encoder generates a Dolby Digital bit stream (48kHz at 640Kbps) from any PC sound source to unleash the full surround sound potential of your home theater system. Simply connect your PC to a Dolby Digital enabled AV receiver or devices via a single cable connection and start enjoying thrilling surround sound from 3D games, DVDs, music and more.
Dolby Headphone technologyDolby Headphone technology creates a realistic 5.1-channel surround sound from any set of headphones to bring more excitement and realism to all programs. Dolby Headphone technology also relives listener fatigue that comes with extended headphone playback by providing a spacious, natural soundfield.
DTS InteractiveDTS Interactive encodes any digital sound source into DTS Digital Surround for transport and playback through any DTS-enabled system via a signal cable connection, such as powered PC speakers, an A/V receiver or any other DTS- compatible surround decoder sound system, eliminating the hassle of multiple cables and ensuring audio signal integrity.
Built-In Hi-Fi Headphone AmplifierThe HT OMEGA Claro Halo boasts a built-in 120dB headphone amplifier IC from TI to achieve the best possible listening quality with your stereo headphone.
Learn more about the HT Omega Claro Halo
Model
Brand
HT OMEGA
Model
Claro Halo
Audio core
Audio Chipset
C-Media CMI8788
Sample Rate
192KHz
Digital Audio
24-bit
Ports
Line In
Yes
SPDIF In
High Grade Special Optical (An optional Cable (CA-1) is needed)
SPDIF Out
High Grade Special Optical (An optional Cable (CA-1) is needed)
MIC In
Yes
MIDI/Joystick
Yes
CD/Aux In
Yes
Details
Interface
PCI
Operating Systems Supported
Microsoft Windows XP, Vista, and Windows7
Features
Features
C-Media Oxygen HD CMI8788 Audio Processor TPA6120A2 - Built in 120dB Headphone AMP IC from TI supports up to 600ohm headphone Jumper switch to select different impedance level of headphone 24-bit/192kHz AK5385BVF ADC for line input 24-bit/192kHz AK5385BVF ADC for line input Integrated up to 192k/24-bit S/PDIF high grade special Optical output (up to 5.1ch output) Integrated up to 192k/24-bit S/PDIF high grade special Optical receiver Supports onboard Coaxial or CD Digital input connector (An optional Cable (CA-1) is needed for Coaxial input connection) Supports onboard 2pin digital output connector (An optional Cable (CA-1) is needed for Coaxial output connection) Toshin Kogyo audio capacitor Panasonic - Metalized Film Capacitor Sanyo - mass storage Capacitor Swappable OPAMP socket Advanced Front Panel Audio support XT (optional) connector
CLARO halo is designed to deliver the best audio quality for headphone users including high impedance headphone owners. This performance is carried out through a built-in high fidelity headphone amplifier IC. Additionally, Claro halo can deliver its incredible audio to your existing receiver/amplifier through its high class RCA connectors. Upgrade your PC to a powerful and high quality audio center which can never be matched by onboard or other inferior sound cards!