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Small black USB sound adapter with headphone and microphone ports

Creative Sound Blaster Play! 3 USB Sound Card 24-bit 96kHz SB1730

SKU CH-4JTV-30X2G

USB audio adapter delivers 24-bit 96kHz playback and 24-bit 48kHz recording with plug-and-play operation and downloadable control software

  • Interface typeUSB
  • Part type or number70SB173000000
  • Audio chipFor Windows and Mac
  • Audio channels5 1
  • Sample rate96 kHz
  • EncodeFor Windows and Mac
  • Plug-and-play USB audio works instantly without drivers
  • 24-bit 96kHz resolution upgrades music, movies and games
  • Drives earbuds to studio-grade headphones with single or split connectors
  • Downloadable control panel adds enhancements and brand-specific profiles
  • 24-bit 48kHz recording quality for clear voice communication

Upgrade from Motherboard Audio

The Creative Sound Blaster Play! 3 is a USB audio adapter that delivers 24-bit 96kHz playback for music, movies and games. It replaces basic onboard sound with a higher-resolution signal path that works immediately on Windows and Mac systems.

Downloadable Control Panel Software

A downloadable control panel adds audio enhancements and brand-specific headphone profiles for tailored listening. The hardware accepts both single-plug and split stereo/mic headset connectors without a separate Y-splitter cable.

24-bit 48kHz Recording Headroom

The microphone input captures at 24-bit 48kHz, suitable for podcasts and voice chat, while the DAC handles up to 24-bit 96kHz playback for high-resolution tracks. It is a stereo output device, so users needing discrete 5.1 analogue channels will require a different solution.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameCreative
Model nameSB1730
Part number70SB173000000
Part type or number70SB173000000
Audio & video
Audio chipFor Windows and Mac
Audio channels5 1
Ports & slots
Interface typeUSB
Size & build
Product dimensions13.8 in × 2.2 in × 0.94 in
Product weight0.059 kg
Compatibility
Supported operating systemsWindows
More details
Sample rate96 kHz
EncodeFor Windows and Mac

Questions about this item

Does the USB cable on the SB1730 wear out and need replacing?

The unit uses a corded electric USB connection; if the cable is damaged the whole adapter would need replacement.

What caps the sustained audio quality during long sessions?

The DAC is fixed at 24-bit 96kHz for playback and 24-bit 48kHz for recording, so those sample rates are the ceiling.

Does the Play! 3 get hot or draw much power when used all day?

It draws power only from the USB port with no external supply, so heat and power draw stay minimal during continuous use.

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