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Sound Blaster Omni Surround 5.1
USB Sound Card with 600 Ohm Headphone Amp
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Features
Overview
Featuring a built-in dual microphone array for crystal-clear voice communication, customizable SBX Pro Studio audio technologies, as well as a studio-grade 600 ohm headphone amplifier, the Sound Blaster Omni Surround 5.1 is ideal for anyone looking to seriously upgrade their PC or Mac audio experience.
Please note that the recent Microsoft update on 27 October 2020 (version 20H2), as well as some prior versions, removes Adobe's Flash Player. Our MediaTool Box software for Sound Blaster ZxR, Sound Blaster X-Fi HD, Sound Blaster Digital Music Premium HD, and Sound Blaster Omni Surround 5.1, which requires Adobe's Flash Player to work, will cease to work properly if you have updated your Windows recently. Our in-house tests also revealed that Adobe Flash Player may have been removed on earlier Windows 10 systems (prior to the Windows 10 version 20H2 update). To learn more on how to roll back your Windows system to support Adobe Flash Player content, please click here for more details.
Audio Performance
Sound Blaster Omni Surround 5.1 delivers cinematic audio immersion to your PC or Mac through a simple USB port. Powered by SBX Pro Studio technology, the external sound card instantly converts your PC or Mac into a 5.1 entertainment system with amazing positional audio and additional customizable audio effects via the included Sound Blaster Omni Control Panel software. It is also ideal for voice communication and features a built-in dual array microphone that seamlessly integrates with proprietary CrystalVoice technology to deliver amazing voice clarity for chatting or recording. And, if audiophile quality listening is your thing, Sound Blaster Omni Surround 5.1 features a 600-ohm headphone amplifier for studio-grade monitoring.
Awesome surround experience
Enjoy the Sound Blaster cinematic experience, even when using a notebook. Sound Blaster Omni Surround 5.1 supports both PC and Mac, which means you can enjoy the same experience on both platforms.
Sound Blaster Omni Surround 5.1 features Dolby® Digital Live*, an advanced audio technology that delivers 5.1 discrete channels of vibrant surround sound for your digital entertainment, via a single cable.
* For Windows only
Featuring a 600-ohm headphone amplifier, the Sound Blaster Omni Surround 5.1 is ideal for anyone seriously looking to upgrade their PC or Mac audio experience.
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Connectivity
USB Simplicity and Portability
Easy to install, the USB-powered external sound card only requires a single USB connection to work. That's all there is to it!
Built-in dual microphones with CrystalVoice technology
Sound Blaster Omni Surround 5.1 features two built-in microphones which enable optimal performance of far-field voice input without a headset microphone. These microphones are designed to focus on the user's voice and reduce noise outside that signal.
CrystalVoice Acoustic Echo Cancellation (AEC) is not supported by Sound Blaster Omni Surround 5.1
Comprehensive connectivity for all your PC and Mac audio needs
The external sound card features high-quality, gold-plated RCA stereo and optical digital outputs for the best audio performance, plus convenient microphone and headphone jacks, all in one Sound Blaster package.
Software
Sound Blaster Omni Control Panel
It's time to level up your audio. Hear the power of Sound Blaster technology on your PC and Mac with SBX Pro Studio and CrystalVoice technologies.
REVIEWS
Mad Shrimps
With the Sound Blaster Omni Surround 5.1 USB Sound Card, Creative gives us the possibility to upgrade the audio for both Windows and Mac laptops but also to enhance signal quality for desktops which do not feature a dedicated sound card (mini-ITX builds anyone?)
Customer Reviews
S. Braga
Great product!
Y. K. Hsien
Like the design. Easy operations. Good software enhancements to the sound.
C. Puah
Your all in one solution for a desktop DAC without breaking the bank!
A Closer Look
Specifications
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Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR)
- 100 dB
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Platform
- USB 2.0
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Connectivity Options (Main)
- Optical Out:
1 x TOSLINK
Microphone In:
1 x 3.5 mm jack
Headphone Out:
1 x 3.5 mm jack
Line In:
1 x 3.5 mm jack
Line Out :
2 x RCA jacks (Front Out)
1 x 3.5 mm ( Rear L/R )
1 x 3.5 mm (C / Sub)
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Max Channel Output
- 5.1 Channels
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Audio Technologies
- SBX Pro Studio
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Microphone
- Beamforming: Built-in Microphone Array
Microphone Type: Beamforming
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Supported Operating Systems
- Windows® 8, Windows Vista® SP1 or higher, Mac OS 10.6 & above, Windows® 10, Windows® 11
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Audio Fidelity
- Up to 24-bit / 96 kHz
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Recommended Usage
- Home Entertainment
System Requirements
- On PC platform
- Intel Core 2 Duo or AMD equivalent processor at 2.2 GHz
- Microsoft Windows 10 / Windows 8 / Windows 7 / Windows Vista
- 1GB RAM
- 600MB free hard disk space
- CDROM / DVDROM drive
- USB 2.0 port
- On Mac Platform
- Intel Core 2 Duo 2.8GHz
- Mac OS 10.6 & above
- 1GB RAM
- 600MB free hard disk space
- Internet connection
- USB 2.0 port
Package Contents
- Sound Blaster Omni Surround 5.1
- MicroUSB 2.0 cable (1.5m)
- Stereo RCA to 1/8” jack adapter
- Installation CD
- Quickstart leaflet
- Warranty leaflet
Software
- For Windows
- Sound Blaster Omni Control Panel
- User Guide
- Creative Wave Studio
- For Mac OS - downloadable from the web
- Sound Blaster Omni Control Panel
- User Guide
Warranty
1-year Limited Hardware Warranty
