StarTech.com 7.1 USB Audio Adapter External Sound Card with SPDIF Digital Audio

ICUSBAUDIO2D

90YA00P0-M0UA00

90YA00T0-M0UA00

Add an SPDIF digital audio output and standard 3.5mm audio/microphone connections to your system through USB

The ICUSBAUDIO2D External USB Sound Card lets you add an S/PDIF digital audio output and standard 3.5mm analog audio/microphone connections to your system through USB - a convenient way to bypass or replace an internal sound card without having to open the computer case.

For home-theater quality sound, the USB DAC (digital-to-analog converter) offers 96KHz / 24-bit sampling rates for playback, and a 3.5mm S/PDIF port with support for Dolby® Digital 5.1 surround sound (AC3) and DTS® pass-through (Note: 5.1 surround sound is supported in Windows® only).

This versatile USB audio adapter features an integrated 3.5mm 4-position TRRS connection for your headphones or combination headset/microphone. Also a convenient external volume control for quick adjustments, a hardware EQ switch for Bass or Treble boosting, and an LED status bar to display the current sampling rate.

Please note that the microphone input is stereo only.

Backed by a StarTech.com 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support.

The StarTech.com Advantage

Xonar AE is a PCIe gaming sound card built with high-quality components to satisfy gamers who demand exceptional sound for the best gaming and multimedia experiences. Xonar AE delivers 7.1-channel, 192kHz/24-bit Hi-Res audio output with a high 110dB signal-to-noise ratio (SNR), and comes with a built-in 150ohm headphone amplifier that provides rich, detailed sound and defined bass. An exclusive EMI back plate shields static noise for incredibly clear audio.

Immersive audio optimized for gaming
With up to 7.1-channel output and support for 192kHz/24-bit Hi-Res audio, Xonar AE lets you enjoy truly cinematic sound while gaming, watching movies, and listening to music.

Swappable operational amplifiers — Level-up your audio experience
Xonar AE features a swappable operational amplifier (op-amp), allowing you to customize your listening experience easily — no soldering required!

110dB signal-to-noise ratio (SNR)
A hi-fi-grade ESS 9023P DAC delivers an exceptional, jitter-free audio signal with a 110dB signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) for 12-times greater clarity than average onboard audio chips.

Integrated headphone amplifier reveals every sound detail
Since many gamers choose to play wearing headphones, Xonar AE features a high-quality, 150ohm headphone amplifier that delivers detailed, immersive sound with punchy, defined bass.

ASUS-exclusive sound-insulation technology
Hyper Grounding technology
Exclusive ASUS Hyper Grounding PCB fabrication ensures strong signal insulation to reduce distortion and interference, also known as component crosstalk.

Exclusive EMI back plate
Xonar AE is built with an ASUS-exclusive EMI back plate that blocks static noise to provide you with the purest audio experiences.

Total Audio Control
Take complete control with Sonic Studio
Xonar AE features the latest Sonic Studio software suite for full control over every sound technology, from equalization (EQ) to 7.1-speaker level-balancing. Sonic Studio has a single navigation page that puts everything in front of you, with an intuitive point-and-click interface that allows you to pre-set audio profiles to suit different audio requirements.

Perfect Voice Technology
Sonic Studio includes controls for Perfect Voice, noise-cancellation technology that eliminates noises for clear in-game communications.


Works perfectly with Windows 10
Xonar AE is fully compatible with Windows 10 and features Windows Hardware Quality Labs (WHQL) support, ensuring a great audio experience with minimal setup hassles.

ASUS Xonar SE 5.1 Channel 192kHz/24-bit Hi-Res 116dB SNR PCIe Gaming Sound Card with Windows 10 compatibility

Sharpen your hearing. Dominate all
Xonar SE is a PCIe gaming sound card built with high-quality components to satisfy gamers who demand exceptional sound for the best gaming and multimedia experiences. Xonar SE delivers 5.1-channel, 192kHz/24-bit hi-res audio output with a high 116dB signal-to-noise ratio (SNR), and comes with a built-in 300ohm headphone amplifier that provides rich, detailed sound and defined bass.

Immersive audio optimized for gaming
Enjoy 192kHz/24-bit hi-res audio in cinematic, 5.1-channel surround
With up to 5.1-channel output and support for 192kHz/24-bit hi-res audio, Xonar SE lets you enjoy truly cinematic sound while gaming, watching movies and listening to music.

116dB signal-to-noise ratio (SNR)
Xonar SE delivers an exceptional audio signal with a 116dB signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) for 32-times greater clarity than average onboard audio chips.

Integrated headphone amplifier reveals every audio detail
Since many gamers choose to play wearing headphones, Xonar SE features a high-quality, 300ohm headphone amplifier that delivers detailed, immersive sound with punchy, defined bass.

Exclusive sound-insulation technology

Hyper Grounding technology
Exclusive ASUS Hyper Grounding PCB fabrication ensures strong signal insulation to reduce distortion and interference, also known as component crosstalk.

Handy audio controls

Take complete control with Xonar Audio Center
Xonar SE features the Xonar Audio Center software suite for full control over every aspect of sound, from equalization (EQ) to 5.1-speaker level-balancing, and provides a user-friendly experience via an inviting and intuitive interface.

Works perfectly with Windows 10
Xonar SE is fully compatible with Windows 10 and features Windows Hardware Quality Labs (WHQL) support, ensuring a great audio experience with minimal setup hassles.

Bundled low-profile bracket to fit a mini chassis
Xonar SE is only half the height of regular cards, so it comes with an interchangeable metal bracket to fit smaller cases.

StarTech.com USB Sound Card w/ SPDIF Digital Audio & Stereo Mic – External Sound Card for Laptop or PC – SPDIF Output (ICUSBAUDIO2D)

PCI Express, 3.5mm, S/PDIF, Sonic Studio, Windows, 16bit/24bit/32bit

Xonar SE - 5.1 Channel, 192kHz/24-bit, 116dB SNR, PCIe

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