Creative

Creative Labs Sound Blaster Play! 3

4,0(41 reviews)
  • Good sound quality
  • Easy to use
  • Fixes audio issues
  • +3 more
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Description

USB DAC Amp and External Sound Card.

The Sound Blaster PLAY! 3 is a USB DAC and Amp that provides an instant audio upgrade from motherboard audio. It works with PC and Mac, and houses a powerful amplifier that will drive a whole range of headphones, from basic mobile phone earbuds to gaming and studio-grade headphones. The downloadable Sound Blaster Control Panel Software offers tremendous audio realism and immersive audio effects, and also comes with optimized profiles for selected earphone brands.

Audio Performance

Instantly Upgrade to High Resolution Audio
Once you upgrade from motherboard audio, you'll never go back to it again. The Sound Blaster PLAY! 3 provides such an upgrade, by giving you high resolution 24-bit 96kHz audio for your music, movies, and games.

Studio-Grade Listening
The Sound Blaster PLAY! 3 drives a wide range of headphones — from mobile phone earbuds and gaming headsets all the way to more expensive studio-grade headphones. The downloadable Control Panel software also includes optimized profiles for selected earphone brands.

Audio Recording

Crisp Voice Communications and Recording
USB Connectivity greatly improves mic recording capabilities, giving you clean 24-bit 48kHZ quality for podcasts or in-game communications.

Connectivity

Simple, Fuss-Free, Plug-and-Play
Connecting the Sound Blaster PLAY! 3 to PC and Mac is incredibly easy. Simply connect it to a USB port and you're good to go. No drivers necessary.

Convenient Headphone Connectivity
The Sound Blaster PLAY! 3 lets you connect your headsets with single or split stereo/mic connectors easily, removing the need for a Y-splitter cable.

Technology

Sound Blaster PLAY! 3 Control Panel (PC and Mac)
The downloadable Sound Blaster PLAY! 3 Control Panel software provides powerful control over your listening experience with audio realism and immersive audio effects that enhance your music, entertainment and games.

SBX Pro Studio
SBX Pro Studio increases and expands virtual surround spaciousness, allowing you to enjoy cinema-quality sound in the comfort of your home. Specially designed sound profiles improve the audio experience for all headsets.

Specifications

General
EAN
5390660191275
Warranty
1 year
System requirements
Minimum processor
Intel Core2 Duo
Minimum RAM
1024 MB
USB required
Yes
Audio
Digital-to-Analog Conversion (DAC)
24-bit/96kHz
Audio quality
24 bit
Audio output channels
2.0 channels
Line-out Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR)
93 dB
Ports & interfaces
Plug and Play
Yes
Headphone outputs
1
Microphone in
Yes
Host interface
USB
Weight & dimensions
Weight
138 g
Width
22 mm
Depth
9.4 mm
GTIN
5390660191275
MPN
70SB173000000

Reviews

4,0(41 reviews)
These reviews are summarized using AI, based on what customers say on multiple other websites.

Many reviewers found this sound card to be a simple and effective solution for improving audio quality, particularly for laptops or systems with problematic integrated sound. It was praised for its ease of use, plug-and-play functionality, and ability to resolve audio problems with headsets and microphones. However, some users reported issues with a persistent hissing sound, driver compatibility problems, and malfunctioning software features, particularly the equalizer. The overall experience seems to vary depending on the user's system and specific needs, with some experiencing flawless performance while others encountered significant problems.

  • Good sound quality
  • Easy to use
  • Fixes audio issues
  • Hissing sound
  • Driver issues
  • Software problems

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