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Sound Blaster Katana V2X
Tri-amplified Multi-channel Super X-Fi Gaming Soundbar with Compact Subwoofer
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Features
Overview
Introducing Sound Blaster Katana V2X, the latest to join the ranks of our top-performing gaming soundbars with its powerful audio and all the finest features of its predecessors, but with a much compact subwoofer that is 40% smaller than Katana V2. For those looking for a discreet subwoofer, the Sound Blaster Katana V2X is a smart choice for rooms with space constraint.
Hear the details in quieter moments or action scenes that will simply blow you away! Experience immersive spatial audio through our award-winning tri-amplified five-driver design, Super X-Fi® technology, and 5.1 virtual surround—all crafted for the ultimate gaming experience at the comfort of home. Connection is seamless too with USB audio, convenient HDMI ARC, Bluetooth® 5.0 technology for wireless audio streaming, optical-in, SXFI-out, and a 3.5 mm AUX-in for analog audio. The soundbar also comes with dual built-in beamforming microphones if you want to quickly hop onto a chatroom on Discord with your team, or even for your online meetings.
Whether you are gaming, watching movies, or listening to music, bring all your entertainment to life with the Sound Blaster Katana V2X!
Design
COMPACT FOR SMALLER AREAS
The Sound Blaster Katana V2X is accompanied by a smaller subwoofer for an optimally designed audio system that minimizes floorspace footprint without compromising audio quality.
IMPRESSIVE RGB LIGHTING
Create the perfect relaxing atmosphere while unwinding to your favorite gameplay, watching a movie, or dancing to the latest music with advanced lighting presets such as Aurora, Cycle, Mood, Morph, Pulsate, Solo, and Wave Motions.
With the Creative app, switch up the RGB lighting and select from up to 16.8 million colors to match your mood!
Audio
CLEAR AND PRECISE
Designed to elevate your desktop, gaming consoles, and TV's audio experiences, the Sound Blaster Katana V2X comes with a game-changing tri-amplified amps design, improved from our highly-raved OG Sound BlasterX Katana soundbar!
The tri-amplified amps design is controlled by our proprietary multicore DSP. This means that each of the mid-range drivers, tweeters, and subwoofer drivers are individually driven, delivering strong and impactful sound reproduction at every frequency. The soundbar also features a double-wall chassis construction to minimize disruptive vibrations, allowing the Sound Blaster Katana V2X to deliver pristine audio effortlessly.
IMMERSIVE SURROUND
The Sound Blaster Katana V2X delivers crystal clear and impressive room-filling sound with its 5.1 channel playback. Like its predecessor, the Sound Blaster Katana V2X is also a certified Dolby Audio1 decoder, so it can recreate the all-familiar cinematic experience in the comfort of your own home from a Dolby-certified source.
1Available via HDMI ARC and optical connection
Technology
AWARD-WINNING SUPER X-FI
Experience hyper-realistic audio projection and directionality with your headphones while gaming or watching a movie. Equipped with Super X-Fi UltraDSP chip, enjoy our award-winning Super X-Fi Headphone Holography using any headphones just by plugging it in to the Sound Blaster Katana V2X. No matter the time or day, continue your gaming sessions or film binges without disturbing anyone nearby.
STEP 1
Download SXFI APP on your mobile device and register for a Super X-Fi account.
(This is different from your Creative Store account).
STEP 2
Create your Super X-Fi profile via the SXFI App, select ‘Personalize' via the menu tab, and follow the guided Head and Ear-Mapping process.
STEP 3
On the SXFI App, go to ‘Wireless Setup' and select Sound Blaster Katana V2X under ‘Available Devices'.
STEP 4
Press the blinking button on Sound Blaster Katana V2X as prompted to pair the device with the application. Once it's done, your Super X-Fi profile will be transferred to your device.
LEVEL UP YOUR GAME
Designed to be your everyday gaming companion, the Sound Blaster Katana V2X features our acclaimed gaming sound modes—SXFI BATTLE Mode and Scout Mode*—enhancing the audio system with improved surround immersion, and integrated headphone gaming functionality.
Experience unprecedented gaming audio by fully immersing yourself in the virtual environment of your games, as if you're physically present in the game. SXFI BATTLE Mode is the first and only sound mode that allows you to hear not only the directionality of where the gunshots are coming from, but distance as well, so you can accurately pinpoint your enemies' locations, down to the millimeter.
Scout Mode is one of our trademark sound modes that focuses on the detection of sounds through enhanced audio cues, highlighting each and every in-game detail that could make or break the game. Whether it's the sound of your enemies' gun reload or a slight ruffle in the grass, Scout Mode has the ability to pinpoint the sounds right in your ears. Detect your enemies' slightest movement before even seeing them on screen!
*Please note that SXFI BATTLE Mode is a headphone technology and is only available in headphone mode. Scout mode is available in both modes, but is optimized for headphone use.
Connectivity
EASY TO SET UP
The soundbar has been designed to work seamlessly with all your devices, assuring simple setup, easy access to sound settings, as well as seamless pairing with Bluetooth devices. The Sound Blaster Katana V2X is also wall-mountable so you can hang it on the wall below your TV as well.
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AND MORE
You are also able to quickly jump on a call directly from the soundbar! The Sound Blaster Katana V2X is equipped with dual built-in beamforming microphones, doubling up as a speakerphone.
Control
CUSTOMIZE AS YOU WISH
Sound Blaster Katana V2X comes with all the customization options you need. Prefer a certain sound mode, volume, and RGB lighting for parties? Save all of the settings on a programmable button for easy access next time!
You can also further tune its audio performance to suit your liking with Sound Blaster's processing technologies and EQ setting, all via the Creative app.
CONVENIENT CONTROL
Access all the important settings directly on the remote control. Besides the basic audio controls, you can also change audio source, switch RGB lighting presets, or access custom functions saved onto one of the six customizable buttons!
Downloads
CREATIVE APP
Customize button controls and LED lighting, make EQ adjustments, edit Mixer settings, and access our proprietary Acoustic Engine, featuring CrystalVoice, Scout Mode, and SXFI Battle Mode.
SXFI APP
Create your Super X‑Fi profile and enjoy the Super X‑Fi Headphone Holography experience personalized to your ears.
MEET THE FAMILY
Soundbar: 600 x 95 x 62 mm / 23.6 x 3.74 x 2.44 inches
Subwoofer: 116 x 250 x 423 mm / 4.6 x 9.8 x 16.7 inches
Soundbar: 600 x 95 x 62 mm (23.6 x 3.74 x 2.44 inches)
Subwoofer: 150 x 367 x 367 mm (5.9 x 14.4 x 14.4 inches)
Soundbar: 600 x 79 x 60 mm (23.6 x 3.1 x 2.4 inches)
Subwoofer: 130 x 299 x 333 mm (5.1 x 11.8 x 13.1 inches)
Bluetooth 5.0, HDMI ARC, Optical-in, AUX-in, USB-C, SXFI-Out
Bluetooth 5.0, HDMI ARC, Optical-in, AUX-in, USB-C, SXFI-Out
Bluetooth 4.2, Optical-in, AUX-in, USB-A, USB Flashdrive
2 x 63 mm (2.5″) mid-range drivers
2 x 19 mm (0.75″) tweeters
1 x 133 mm (5.25″) subwoofer driver
2 x 63 mm (2.5″) mid-range drivers
2 x 19 mm (0.75″) tweeters
1 x 165 mm (6.5″) subwoofer driver
2 x 63 mm (2.5″) mid-range drivers
2 x 34 mm (1.3″) tweeters
1 x 133 mm (5.25″) subwoofer driver
Up to 90W RMS (180W Peak)
Up to 126W RMS (252W Peak)
Up to 75W RMS (150W Peak)
50-20,000 Hz
50—20,000 Hz
50—20,000 Hz
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1 x Remote Control
1 x Power Adapter
1 x Optical Cable
1 x USB-C to USB-A Cable
2 x Wall Mount Brackets
1 x Remote Control
1 x Power Adapter
1 x Optical Cable
1 x USB-C to USB-A Cable
2 x Wall Mount Brackets
1 x Remote Control
1 x Power Adapter
2 x Micro USB Cable
2 x Wall Mount Brackets
REVIEWS
cordbusters
"it’s a definite winner if you’re struggling for space – it truly is compact, and provides much more volume and sound quality than its size hints at. And with the small subwoofer on the V2X, it’s now even easier to find space for this impressive duo."
4/5
Gbatemp.net
"the Creative Sound Blaster Katana V2X lives up to its namesake by swiftly and sharply enhancing your gaming and general audio needs with a sleek look to boot."
8.8/10
Techjio
"I now understand why the original Katana soundbar was so popular. The new improved Katana V2X is now even more versatile, and enables audio from games, movies/TV shows to feel more immersive and enjoyable. The added bass from the dedicated subwoofer will surely bring out more of any scene compared to using regular 2.0 sound systems. "
4.8/5
Customer Reviews
M. Castanho
very good, the quality on computer is better.
A. K
The best music product I have ever purchased.
N. Ting
Switching from a pair of built in speakers on my Acer UHD Predator gaming monitor to this was a very big jump in audio quality. I’m impressed and very satisfied with the performance of the V2X! Though, one regret I have is not getting the SXFI carrier for Dolby Atmos as I can’t imagine what an awesome experience yay would be. But I’m more than happy with my purchase which has given new life to my gaming set up when I’m not using headphones. Great sound and drop bass with 5.1 virtual surround does a great job in providing an immersive experience, well done Creative!!
A Closer Look
Specifications
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Speaker Configuration
- 2.1 system, Soundbar, Speakers with Subwoofer
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Connector Type
- HDMI 2.1, USB-in, Optical-in (TOSLINK), Bluetooth®, Aux-in, Headset-out, SXFI-out, AC Wall Plug, DC-in, Subwoofer-out
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Operating Temperature
- 0—40°C
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Recommended Usage
- Movies / Music, Gaming, Communications, Wireless Streaming
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Dimensions
- 600 x 95 x 62 mm / 23.6 x 3.74 x 2.44 inches, 116 x 250 x 423 mm / 4.6 x 9.9 x 16.7 inches
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Weight
- Soundbar: 1.52 kg / 3.35 lbs, Subwoofer: 3.3 kg / 7.3 lbs
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Cable Length (End-to-end)
- Optical Cable: 1.5m / 4.92 ft, USB-C to USB-A Cable: 1.2m (3.94 ft), Power Cord: 1.5 m / 4.92 ft
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Drivers Configuration
- 2 X tweeter, 2 X Midrange driver, 1 X Subwoofer driver
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Channels
- 2.1
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Frequency Response
- 50–20,000 Hz
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Power Output
- Subwoofer: 1 x 40W RMS, Soundbar: 1 x 50W RMS, Total System Power: Up to 90W RMS, Peak Power: 180W
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Bluetooth® Version
- 5.0
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Profiles
- (A2DP) Wireless Stereo Bluetooth*, *Stereo Bluetooth or A2DP profile enables wireless transmission of full stereo sound to other Bluetooth devices. To determine whether your device (notebook, PC, or mobile device) is equipped with A2DP-enabled Bluetooth technology, refer to your device manufacturer's documentation / website for more information., (AVRCP) Audio / Video Remote Control Profile
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Operating Frequency
- 2402–2480 MHz
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Operating Range
- Up to 10m / 33 ft*, *Measured in open space. Walls and structures may affect range of device.
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Wireless Codecs
- SBC
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Technology
- CrystalVoice, Super X-Fi®, Sound Blaster Acoustic Engine, SXFI® BATTLE Mode, Scout Mode
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Controls
- Remote Control: Yes
Playback: Yes
Volume: Yes
Power: Yes
EQ Modes: Yes
Bass / Treble: Yes
Bluetooth Pairing: Yes
Programmable Buttons: Yes
Source Toggle: Yes
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Color
- Black
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RGB
- Up to 16.8 million colors
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Supported Platforms
- TV, Windows PC, Mac, PS5, PS4 Series, Xbox Series, Nintendo Switch, Mobile (via Bluetooth®)
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Software
- Mobile: Creative app
Mobile: SXFI App
PC / Mac: Creative app (Windows PC / Mac)
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Package Contents
- Wall Mounting Kit, Wall Mount Brackets, IR remote control, AC Plugs (Region-specific), AC Power Adapter 22V 2.7A (1.5m / 4.92 ft), Optical Cable (Toslink), USB Cable C to A cable
System Requirements
For Analogue Audio (Stereo):
Devices that support 3.5mm stereo to stereo connection
For Wireless Audio Streaming (Stereo):
Compatible Bluetooth devices that support the Stereo Bluetooth Profile (A2DP)
For Wireless Audio Control:
Compatible Bluetooth devices that support the Bluetooth Remote Control (AVRCP)
For 5.1 Surround Audio Playback over USB:
Windows® PC, Mac OS, PS4, PS5
For Dolby Audio 5.1 Audio Playback:
Dolby® Audio (Dolby Digital) source connected to Optical-in and HDMI-ARC
For USB Audio and High-resolution 24-bit 96kHz USB Audio Playback:
Windows® PC, Mac OS via USB Connection
For Headset Out:
Supports 3.5mm headset 4 pole output with mic
For SXFI Out:
SXFI Theatre Headphone
For Creative application:
macOS 10.15 Catalina and above, USB 2.0/3.0 port
Microsoft® Windows® 10 32-bit or 64-bit, USB 2.0/3.0 port
iOS 11.0 or later ^
Android 7.0 and above ^
^Used as a remote controller for Sound Blaster Katana V2X via BLE only, does not support Bluetooth audio streaming
Package Contents
- 1 x Sound Blaster Katana V2X Soundbar
- 1 x Subwoofer
- 1 x AC Adapter
- 1 x AC Cable
- 1 x Optical Cable (Toslink)
- 1 x USB Cable C to A cable
- 1 x IR Remote Control
- 1 x Quick Start Guide
- 2 x Wall Mount Brackets
Warranty
1-year Limited Hardware Warranty
