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Creative Labs

Creative Labs 70SB197000000 Sound Blaster Audigy Fx Pro sound card

SKU CH-4KJQ-H61S1 MPN 70SB197000000

Delivers 32-bit / 384 kHz audio with 120 dB SNR and discrete 7.1-channel surround via a compact 10.5 cm PCI-e card with AutoEq headphone tuning

  • 32-bit / 384 kHz playback for ultra-clear audio
  • 120 dB signal-to-noise ratio ensures clean sound reproduction
  • Discrete 7.1-channel output creates immersive surround experience
  • Creative Nexus AutoEq tailors headphone frequency response
  • 5 cm low-profile card fits compact PC builds

What this sound card does

The Creative Sound Blaster Audigy Fx Pro is a PCIe audio upgrade that adds 7.1-channel surround output and high-resolution playback to a desktop PC. It connects directly to multi-channel speaker systems, headsets, microphones and line-level sources through standard analogue and SPDIF ports.

Who benefits and who should look elsewhere

PC builders wanting discrete 7.1 analogue output, headphone users who want AutoEq profile switching and compact-case owners needing a 10.5 cm low-profile card will find it suitable. Buyers requiring more than eight analogue channels, external breakout boxes or professional-grade ASIO routing should consider other options.

Capacity and headroom

The DAC handles 32-bit audio at 384 kHz with a 120 dB signal-to-noise ratio, giving clean headroom for high-resolution music and gaming surround. The single card occupies one PCIe slot and supplies all listed connections, so expansion beyond its built-in ports is not possible.

How it compares

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Price $64.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameCreative Labs
Size & build
Shipping weight0.32 kg
Package size178 × 145 × 41 mm

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Questions about this item

What motherboard slot is needed for this PCI-e sound card?

It requires a free PCI Express x1 or larger slot on the motherboard for installation.

Can the 7.1 analog outputs work with my older 5.1 speaker system?

Yes, the discrete 7.1-channel outputs are backward compatible and will function with a 5.1 speaker setup by leaving the extra channels unused.

How do I verify the 120 dB SNR is active after installing the card?

Open the Creative Nexus app, enable high-resolution mode at 32-bit / 384 kHz, and confirm the signal-to-noise ratio reading in the audio control panel.

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