This affects both the X-Fi Surround 5.1 and the X-Fi Go. Also, do try to find a X-Fi Surround 5.1 non-Pro version (SB1090), as 'Pro' versions come with a software package that does noticeably worse processing, and is to be avoided. My only grouse is that it would be great if the product can be a little smaller and come with a retractable/adjustable USB connection. If you want 5.1 output, you need to get the X-Fi Surround 5.1, the X-Fi Go only has 2.0/2.1 output. This also has caused them to rethink about going wireless when analogue can actually sound so good. Though old technology and already a defunct model, the whole setup made the same group of friends realise that you do not have to spent thousands to enjoy incredible sound. The pinnacle of sound came when I managed to hook up a Cambridge Soundworks 5.1 megaworks with THX Certification and 500 watts of pure RMS power. THe whole front area becomes a huge sound stage. They simply could not comprehend that music can sound so good with strong separation of channels and enhanced through stereo surround from 5 speakers. To install this pack: - Download the file onto your local hard disk. I was using a system (low budget at $55) with a 25 watt RMS subwoofer and the highs and lows, clarity and deep bass from the system has blown my friends away when played as it matches and even surpassed systems that would cost ten times more. This download contains the driver and applications for use with your Sound Blaster X-Fi Surround 5.1 Pro. This product is best matched to a 5.1 sound system. However, even if you leave everything at default settings, the sound is already enhanced as compared to the onboard sound chip/card of your notebook/PC. This download contains the driver and applications for use with your Sound Blaster X-Fi Surround 5.1 Pro. This means that you will never be constrained by the recording quality of any MP3 song or game as you would be able to tune the sound accordingly. Write a comment below.The product comes with a mini DSP-like array of features that allows you to tune the sound stage the way you would like it to sound. Note the pleasing bonus of EAX4.0 support in games using DirectSound and OpenAL, as well as the ALchemy technology that reanimates 3D sound in Windows Vista. It is less suitable for gamers and audiophiles. Without a doubt, X-Fi Surround 5.1 is a mainstream solution designed for watching movies with 5.1-channel sound and listening to music with X-Fi effects. Our RMAA tests in the loopback mode confirm the rated specifications of the device. RightMark Audio Analyzer 6.1.2 Testsįrequency response (from 40 Hz to 15 kHz), dB The device supports EAX up to 4.0 inclusively and has 64 hardware buffers.

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