7.1-channel portable HD Audio sound card with headphone amplifier The pocket-sized Sound BlasterX G5 produces superior gaming audio despite its small size.
The device's 24-bit, 192 kHz and 120 dB USB-DA converter (Digital Audio Converter) produces virtual 7.1-channel sound, and together with the headphone amplifier feature, it guarantees a superior game sound experience with headphones, both on a computer and on a game console.
Support for virtual 7.1-channel surround sound The portable G5 supports a virtual 7.1-channel input signal, which, with the help of BlasterX Acoustic Engine Pro, produces realistic virtual sound through headphones, game effects and signal sounds with almost perfect accuracy in the right location!
Immersive 3D game sounds on PC The G5 is a high-performance external sound card with an internal multi-core SB-Axx1 circuit for hardware-enhanced sound reproduction. Even the standard stereo sound of the motherboard is transformed into virtual 3D surround sound in your headphones. The G5 also supports multi-channel content and 7.1-channel audio mixing, which gives you a very real-sounding surround sound through your headphones.
Best-in-class game console sound Using sensitive components favored by audiophiles, the G5 delivers a best-in-class stereo sound experience for game consoles1 thanks to its high-quality 24-bit, 192kHz, 120dB USB-DAC device-based sound reproduction - so you can hear game sounds in amazing detail. You can detect in real time exactly where your enemy is and always get the best battle advantage!
BlasterX Acoustic Engine Pro The G5 is optimized for gaming and designed to amaze with its incredible sound quality - it is a genuine innovation in the field of sound reproduction that improves sound even beyond physical limitations. The fully customizable BlasterX Acoustic Engine Pro for Windows gives you unprecedented control over your listening experience, delivering realistic sound and immersive sound effects that minimize distractions and enhance your gaming experience. Bullets whizzing past your head in a shooting game or a goblin's creepy roar sound like life thanks to our professionally adjusted sound enhancement techniques!
Audiophile level headphone amplifier The G5 is a very special 24-bit, 192kHz, 120dB USB-DA converter. Thanks to the low output impedance (2.2 Ω) of the Texas Instruments TPA6120A2 headphone amplifier, the G5 is able to function as a sound source for 600 Ω headphones on the market today as well as for sensitive ear buds. This pocket-sized external gaming sound card also supports high-quality 24-bit/192kHz audio thanks to the Cirrus Logic CS4398 DA converter. The signal-to-noise ratio of the converter is 120 dB.
Backlit volume control and illuminated volume indicator The G5 is a perfect example of a seamless combination of design and functionality. The background of the generously-sized volume control knob has a bright red light, which helps in adjusting the volume in dark conditions. After the adjustments, you are ready to play!
Connections The G5 card has more input and output connections than today's integrated audio solutions, e.g. line input and optical connections. On the back of the Sound BlasterX G5, there is a USB device port with a maximum power supply of 100 mA, to which you can easily connect a gaming mouse or keyboard. In addition to a separate microphone connection, the G5 supports headphones with a 4-pin connector.
- Connections: microUSB, 3.5 mm audio output, 3.5 mm audio input, 3.5 mm microphone/headphone combination connector, 3.5 mm microphone input
- Dimensions: 110 x 74 x 22 mm
- Weight: 145 g
