Feature(may vary by option.)

●SUPPORTS DOLBY DIGITAL AND DTS – Now with support for Dolby Digital Live and DTS Encoding for even more delivery options to your external audio devices The AE-5 Plus also supports 5.1 discrete and 7.1 virtual surround, as well as Sound Blaster’s Surround Virtualization technology
●POWERFUL DISCRETE HEADPHONE AMP – Sound BlasterX AE-5 Plus features Xamp, our custom-designed discrete headphone amp that utilizes bi-amplification technology to power each earcup individually with 1 ohm output impedance and drives studio-grade headphones of up to 600Ω, including high-end planar-magnetic headphones
●PRISTINE AUDIO QUALITY – Featuring the SABRE32 ultra-class PCI-e DAC to deliver up to 32-bit / 384 kHz playback with a 122 dB DNR, ultra-low distortion and jitter, the AE-5 Plus is more than capable of hi-res audio for games, music, and movies; put simply, for discerning audio lovers of any kind, the AE-5 Plus is set to blow past your expectations with pristine audio and powerful performance
●RGB YOUR GAMING RIG – The AE-5 Plus has customizable RGB LEDs on its body, and also features an included RGB LED strip. Enjoy a symphony of lights and sound with 16.8 million colors in different patterns to choose from, all via the Sound Blaster Command software for PC
●INDUSTRY-LEADING AUDIO PROCESSING – The Sound BlasterX AE-5 Plus rides on Sound Blaster’s long legacy of audio processing and enhancements, available through the Sound Blaster Command software and featuring fully customizable audio processing technologies to deliver clearer vocals, accurate cues, and bass boost

[Option 3: 127dB SNR with Audio Control Module]




[Option 1: Black with DDL and DTS]




[Option 2: White with DDL and DTS]





Description

AE-5 PLUSAE-5 PLUS

Sound BlasterX AE-5 Plus – Now with Dolby Digital Live and DTS Encoding for more surround sound delivery options!

Be one of the proud OPs showing off their gaming rigs on r/battlestations! The Sound BlasterX AE-5 Plus is a perfect convergence between aesthetics and performance that features a SABRE32 ultra-class hi-res PCI-e gaming sound card and DAC with customizable RGB LEDs on its body, and comes with an included RGB LED strip. It also features our award-winning Xamp discrete headphone amp that utilizes a bi-amplification technology, as well as our full suite of industry-leading audio processing technologies including Surround Virtualization.

Xamp Discrete Headphone Bi-ampXamp Discrete Headphone Bi-amp

Xamp Discrete Headphone Bi-amp

Each audio channel is individually amplified, allowing the Sound BlasterX AE-5 Plus to deliver pristine audio fidelity in an unaltered lossless model to each earcup regardless of demand.

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The Sound BlasterX AE-5 has customizable RGB LEDs on its body, and also features an included RGB LED strip. Program up to 16.8 million colors in different patterns with the free downloadable Sound Blaster Command software for PC.

SABRE32 Ultra-class PCI-e DACSABRE32 Ultra-class PCI-e DAC

Sound Blaster Acoustic EngineSound Blaster Acoustic Engine

Incredible ProcessingIncredible Processing

SABRE32 Ultra-class PCI-e DAC

The Sound BlasterX AE-5 Plus is a SABRE32 Ultra-class PCI-e DAC which is perfect for hi-resolution audio for games, music, and movies. It delivers up to 32-bit / 384 kHz playback* with a 122 dB DNR, ultra-low distortion and jitter.

*32-bit playback only available in Windows 10 or higher

Sound Blaster Acoustic Engine

The Sound BlasterX AE-5 Plus rides on Sound Blaster’s long legacy of audio processing and enhancements, available through the Sound Blaster Command software. The Sound Blaster Acoustic Engine is a suite of fully customizable audio processing technologies deliver new levels of audio immersion and precision for the ultimate competitive advantage. These sound technologies create unprecedented levels of audio realism, including stunning 3D surround effects for your speakers and headsets.

Incredible Processing

Activate Scout Mode to give yourself a distinct tactical advantage! This tried and tested technology enhances important in-game audio cues—such as footsteps and weapon switching sounds—allowing you to quickly and accurately pinpoint your opponents location before they pinpoint yours!

Meanwhile, CrystalVoice technology enhances voice for clear recordings and in-game communications.

Sound BlasterX AE-5 Plus Sound BlasterX AE-5 Plus Pure Edition Sound Blaster AE-7
Sound BlasterX AE-5 Plus Sound BlasterX AE-5 Plus Pure Edition Sound Blaster AE-7
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Customer Reviews
4.4 out of 5 stars
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4.4 out of 5 stars
2,796
Price $129.99 — $199.58
Encoding Dolby Digital Live / DTS Dolby Digital Live / DTS Dolby Digital Live / DTS
DNR / SNR 122 dB 122 dB 127 dB
DAC ESS SABRE32 Ultra ESS SABRE32 Ultra ESS SABRE-class 9018
Max Playback Resolution PCM: 32-bit / 384 kHz PCM: 32-bit / 384 kHz PCM: 32-bit / 384 kHz, DSD: DSD64
THD + N 0.00032% (DAC) 0.00032% (DAC) 0.0001% (DAC)
Xamp Discrete Headphone Bi-amp ✓ ✓ ✓
Swappable Op-amps N/A N/A ✓
RGB Aurora Lighting ✓ ✓ N/A
ASIO Support 2.3, Playback and Recording 2.3, Playback and Recording 2.3, Playback and Recording
Supported Operating System Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 8.1, Windows 10 Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 8.1, Windows 10 Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 8.1, Windows 10