Creative Sound Blaster Audigy FX PCIe 5.1 Sound Card
A PCIe sound card delivering 5.1 surround sound with a 600 ohm headphone amp, 106 SNR and 24-bit 192 kHz playback
- Immersive 5.1 surround sound for cinematic PC audio
- SBX Pro Studio suite enhances audio with advanced processing
- 600 ohm headphone amp delivers studio-grade monitoring
- 106 SNR and 24-bit 192kHz DAC for high-fidelity playback
- Includes half-height and full-height brackets for versatile PC builds
Cinematic 5.1 surround sound for desktop PCs
The Creative Sound Blaster Audigy FX adds 5.1 surround sound to a desktop through a PCIe slot. It includes both half-height and full-height brackets so it fits most chassis. The SBX Pro Studio suite provides audio processing controls via the included Windows 11 compatible control panel. It is built for users who want multichannel audio without external hardware.
Passive operation with studio-grade headphone output
The card draws power from the PCIe bus and has no onboard fan, so it adds no audible noise to the system. A 600 ohm headphone amplifier drives high-impedance headphones for detailed monitoring. Signal-to-noise ratio reaches 106 dB for clean playback. Recording uses a 24-bit 96 kHz ADC while playback supports 24-bit 192 kHz DAC conversion.
PCIe x1 slot required for installation
This card installs in a single PCI Express x1 slot and relies on that interface for both data and power. Systems without a free PCIe x1 slot cannot use it. Buyers who need USB audio or external connectivity should consider a different form factor. The package supplies the necessary brackets for standard or low-profile cases.
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Specifications
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Questions about this item
How do I install the Creative Sound Blaster Audigy FX PCIe 5.1 Sound Card in a small-form-factor case?
Insert the card into a free PCIe slot and attach the included half-height bracket for slim cases; the step people miss is switching to the full-height bracket if their chassis requires it.
What maintenance or replacement will the Creative Sound Blaster Audigy FX PCIe 5.1 Sound Card need later?
No scheduled maintenance is required; the card has no moving parts or user-replaceable components, so only a driver update via the Sound Blaster Audigy Fx Control Panel may be needed over time.
What is the first limit I will hit when recording continuously with the Creative Sound Blaster Audigy FX PCIe 5.1 Sound Card?
The analogue-to-digital converter caps recording at 96 kHz sample rate, so sustained capture cannot exceed that resolution.
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