Top 8 Best External Sound Cards

of June 2024
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Creative Labs Sound Blaster Play! 3 External USB Sound Adapter for Windows and Mac. Plug and Play (No Drivers Required). Upgrade to 24-Bit 96Khz Playback
Creative
Creative

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EPOS | Sennheiser GSX 1000 Gaming Audio Amplifier / External Sound Card, with 7.1 Surround Sound, Side Tone, Gaming DAC and EQ, Headphone amp Compatible with Windows, Mac, Laptops and Desktops.
EPOS
EPOS

9.9
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UGREEN USB to Audio Jack Sound Card Adapter with Dual TRS 3-Pole 3.5mm Headphone and Microphone USB to Aux 3.5mm External Audio Converter for Windows Mac Linux PC Laptops Desktops PS5 Headsets Black
UGREEN
UGREEN

9.8
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Creative Sound Blaster X4 Hi-Res 24bit/192kHz External USB DAC and Amp Sound Card, Super X-Fi, Multi-Channel, 7.1 Discrete Surround, Optical-in, Optical-out, Line-in, Mic-in, Headset-in for PC and Mac
Creative
Creative

9.7
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T10 External Sound Card, PHOINIKAS USB Audio Adapter for PC Windows, Mac, Linux, Laptops, Desktops, Stereo Sound Card with 3.5mm Interface & USB Interface, Volume Control, Plug & Play (6-in-1, Black)
PHOINIKAS
PHOINIKAS

9.6
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Sound BlasterX G6 Hi-Res 130dB 32bit/384kHz Gaming DAC, External USB Sound Card with Xamp Headphone Amp, Dolby Digital, 7.1 Virtual Surround Sound, Sidetone/Speaker Control for PS4, Xbox One, Nintendo
Creative
Creative

9.5
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StarTech.com 7.1 USB Sound Card - External Sound Card for Laptop with SPDIF Digital Audio - Sound Card for PC - Silver (ICUSBAUDIO7D)
StarTech
StarTech

9.4
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SABRENT USB External Stereo Sound Adapter for Windows and Mac. Plug and Play No Drivers Needed. (AU-MMSA)
SABRENT
SABRENT

9.3
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USB Sound Card, TechRise External Sound Card USB to Audio Jack Adapter with Volume Control for Windows and Mac, Plug & Play No Drivers Needed
TechRise
TechRise

9.2
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Creative Sound BlasterX G1 7.1 Portable HD Gaming USB DAC and Sound Card (70SB171000000)
Creative
Creative

9.1
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Creative Labs Sound Blaster Play! 3 External USB Sound Adapter for Windows and Mac. Plug and Play (No Drivers Required). Upgrade to 24-Bit 96Khz Playback

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EPOS | Sennheiser GSX 1000 Gaming Audio Amplifier / External Sound Card, with 7.1 Surround Sound, Side Tone, Gaming DAC and EQ, Headphone amp Compatible with Windows, Mac, Laptops and Desktops.

Binaural Rendering Engine With 7.1 Surround - The Proprietary High-Tech Audio Engine Delivers Exceptional Spatial Awareness And Positional Game Audio. Delivers The Game Audio Details And Positional Audio Cues.. Quick Setting Changes Save Up To 4 Customized Sound Settings On The Led Touch Panel That Allows One-Touch Mode Switch, Also Between Headphone And Speaker Listening And Make Fast Adjustments With A Large Aluminum Volume Ring. Eq Settings Get Precise Control Of Your Game Audio With A Dedicated Dac Chip And Eq Presets. Specially Attuned Audio Presets For Competitive Gaming Focus And Balance Sound Frequencies Where They Are Needed. Sidetone- Sidetone Control Lets You Adjust The Loudness Of Your Own Voice In Your Headset You Know What You Are Saying, Tune In To Your Teammates..

UGREEN USB to Audio Jack Sound Card Adapter with Dual TRS 3-Pole 3.5mm Headphone and Microphone USB to Aux 3.5mm External Audio Converter for Windows Mac Linux PC Laptops Desktops PS5 Headsets Black

Upgrade the Sound QualityUGREEN Aux to USB adapter is the perfect solution for upgrading the sound quality of your laptop or desktop computer. With its high-resolution DAC chip, this adapter offers stunning audio quality that will completely transform your listening experience.. Crystal-Clear SoundExperience high-fidelity audio like never before With a built-in DAC chip, this USB audio adapter delivers rich and immersive audio. The USB Aux adapter facilitates high-resolution audio output and noise reduction up to 16bit48kHz to enhance the original sound quality of your devices.. Plug and Play Simply connect this sound card to your device and you're ready to go - no drivers or external power sources required. Whether you're using it for gaming, recording music, or watching movies, this adapter is sure to impress.. Wide CompatibilityThe USB to audio jack is Compatible with Windows 111098SEME2000XPServer 2003Vista78LinuxMac OSXPS5PS4Google ChromebookWindows Surface Pro 3Raspberry Pi. So no matter what you're using, this adapter is sure to work seamlessly with your setup. Note NOT compatible with PS3.. Compact and PortableUGREEN Aux to USB adapter is constructed with durable ABS material that makes it easy to take on the go. Don't miss out on this opportunity to elevate your audio experience - get your hands on the UGREEN Aux to USB adapter today.

Creative Sound Blaster X4 Hi-Res 24bit/192kHz External USB DAC and Amp Sound Card, Super X-Fi, Multi-Channel, 7.1 Discrete Surround, Optical-in, Optical-out, Line-in, Mic-in, Headset-in for PC and Mac

7.1 DISCRETE SURROUND WITH SUPER X-FI AND DOLBY DIGITAL LIVE - Supports up to 7.1 discrete and virtual surround with three types of surround sound delivery 1. Super X-Fi technology that recreates the listening experience of a multi-speaker system in headphone, 2. Sound Blaster Surround Virtualizations famed surround processing that is driven by algorithms that are capable of optimizing spatial information of incoming audio for a complete and immersive auditory experience, 3. Dolby Digital Live. IMPROVED COMMUNICATION WITH SMARTCOMMS KIT AND CRYSTALVOICE - Features our SmartComms Kit, a suite of smart communication features that simplify the way you take work calls on Windows 10 platform. Turn on VoiceDetect to auto mute and unmute your mic, or get rid of static background noise in your own environment as well as the other parties' via our two-way noise cancellation feature NoiseClean. In tandem, CrystalVoice technology enhances voice for clear recordings and in-game communications. CONNECT WITH EVERYTHING - With a newly added optical-in port, it is now much easier to connect multiple audio devices, from external microphones and headsets, to platforms like your PC, Mac, gaming consoles, and even your multi-channel speaker systems. Just power up the Sound Blaster X4 via the USB-C port, and enjoy high-quality audio with everything. The Sound Blaster X4 is also a headphone amplifier that is capable of driving studio-grade headphones of up to 600. EASY ACCESS TO ALL CONTROLS - Pick between three EQ modes or re-program them, and save your settings on the device. There are also the Direct Mic Mute, Direct Mode, Super X-Fi and SXFI BATTLE Mode onoff buttons, as well as a speaker Line-out and headphones switch button. After a one-time setup, instantly adjust the volume levels between two audio sources SPDIF Optical USB with the Audio Balance feature via the volume knob, perfect for communicating with music on. GAME AND HEAR YOUR WAY Choose between SXFI BATTLE Mode or Scout and get to winning your FPS game. Configure each element of your audio settings or switch them off completely via the Creative app. Access the full range of audio adjustments via the PC app, or make quick adjustments to your EQ settings from your phone. All these are powered by our Sound Blasters audio promise with 114 dB audio clarity and hi-res 192 kHz24-bit playback.

T10 External Sound Card, PHOINIKAS USB Audio Adapter for PC Windows, Mac, Linux, Laptops, Desktops, Stereo Sound Card with 3.5mm Interface & USB Interface, Volume Control, Plug & Play (6-in-1, Black)

Plug Play USB audio adapter can be used to replace a faulty sound card or audio port. Compatible with Windows XP7810, Mac IOS, etc. Connects to PC or laptop via USB port, plug and play, no driver required.. Multiple 3.5mm Ports External sound card is equipped with three 3.5mm ports, you can connect PS5, PS4, Xbox One, headphones, microphone and other 3.5mm interface devices to PC or laptop through the sound card.. Multiple USB Ports USB sound card is equipped with 3 USB ports, so you can connect your keyboard, mouse, card reader, webcam, MP3 player, and other USB interface devices to your PC or laptop via the sound card. Note Headphones cannot be used with the USB port. Mixer Function Sound card can switch sound effects via EQ, providing 4 sound modes, surround sound to prevent electromagnetic interference and provide stable HD sound quality to improve game audio.. Personalized Features Audio sound card has mini LED indicators, volume control scroll wheel, microphone mute button, and song switching function button, you can adjust your audio through the sound card. On top of that, with up to 4 feet of cable design, you can put your sound card anywhere..

Sound BlasterX G6 Hi-Res 130dB 32bit/384kHz Gaming DAC, External USB Sound Card with Xamp Headphone Amp, Dolby Digital, 7.1 Virtual Surround Sound, Sidetone/Speaker Control for PS4, Xbox One, Nintendo

UPGRADE YOUR GAMES ON PS4, XBOX ONE, NINTENDO SWITCH, AND PC Get immediate increased enjoyment over basic motherboard and controller audio Apart from incredible audio quality, the Sound BlasterX G6 boasts gaming-centric features such as Sidetone volume control and easy-to-reach profile buttons. INDUSTRY-LEADING AUDIO PROCESSING TECHNOLOGY Enjoy full audio customization and enhanced audio realism with immersive 7.1 surround virtualization, accurate cues, bass boost and in-game voice communication enhancements. It also has Scout Mode than enhances in-game audio cues, letting you hear your enemies before they hear you. 7.1 VIRTUAL SURROUND SOUND AND DOLBY DIGITAL Enjoy the latest in immersion technology with Dolby Digital decoding or Sound Blasters proprietary surround sound perfect for games and movies. DISCRETE HEADPHONE AMP Custom-designed Xamp headphone amplifier features discrete components through all stages of amplification in a bi-amp design. Each audio channel is individually amplified to deliver a whole new level of pristine audio fidelity in an authentic, unaltered lossless model. The ultra-low 1 Ohm output impedance perfectly drives performance-grade sensitive 8W in-ear monitors all the way to studio-grade 600W headphones. 130dB DNR, 32-bit 384kHz DAC Advanced 32-bit oversampled multi-bit modulator with mismatch shaping technology eliminates distortion, ensuring audio is streamed with the highest level of detail and fidelity.

StarTech.com 7.1 USB Sound Card - External Sound Card for Laptop with SPDIF Digital Audio - Sound Card for PC - Silver (ICUSBAUDIO7D)

7.1 USB SOUND CARD This External Sound Card adds up to 7.1 channels of audio through a single USB port to your computer This sound card supports 7.1, 5.1 and 2 channel output using 3.5mm jacks, a headphone port, line-in and stereo microphone inputs. UPGRADE YOUR PC SOUND With support for analog and digital audio output for stereo to 7.1 channel audio applications, the bus-powered audio to USB adapter upgrades the existing integrated audio on a desktop or laptop computer 1m USB Cable Included. QUALITY AUDIO Supports 44.1KHz and 48KHz sampling rates for analog playback and recording SPDIF Digital output only supports 48KHz audio playback SPDIF optical input passthrough supports up to two-channel audio at 48KHz. EASY INSTALLATION The digital audio adapter is easy to install with plug and play support in Windows 78.110 The external sound card features easy-to-use volume controls and mute buttons The audio outputs are selectable via the included software.

SABRENT USB External Stereo Sound Adapter for Windows and Mac. Plug and Play No Drivers Needed. (AU-MMSA)

Connectors USB Type-A, Stereo output jack, Mono microphone-input jack.. Driverless for Windows 98SEME2000XPServer 2003Vista78LinuxMac OSX.. USB bus-powered, no external power required.. Reverse Compliant with USB Audio Device Class Specification 1.0.

USB Sound Card, TechRise External Sound Card USB to Audio Jack Adapter with Volume Control for Windows and Mac, Plug & Play No Drivers Needed

Usb to 3.5mm Jack Audio Adapter USB audio sound card, supports normal stereo, earphone, headphone, headset or microphone with 3.5mm jack, Raspberry Pi 23 Xbox Surface Tablet Laptop, especially for gaming headsets. International standard USB replaces traditional sound card. You can also use microphone and headphones together on iMacMac Mini devices with our product.. NO DRIVER REQUIREDHeadset USB adapter, international USB connector, no extra drivers are needed, easy to use, plug and play for instant audio playback. Lightweight and portable size make it convenient to take anywhere.. NO DRIVER REQUIREDHeadset USB adaptor, international USB connector, no extra drivers are needed, easy to use, plug and play for instant audio playback. Lightweight and portable size make it convenient to take anywhere.. OPERATIING SYSTEM The external USB 2.0 sound card adapter can work with all major operation systems like Windows 98SE ME 2000 XP Server 2003 Vista Win 7810, Linux, Mac OS, etc.. WARRANTY TechRise brand offers a 100 money back guarantee. Buy with confidence, if you aren't satisfied you'll get our Extended 45-Day Money Back Guarantee and 24-Month Product Replacement Warranty Card. Please feel free to contact us with any questions..

Creative Sound BlasterX G1 7.1 Portable HD Gaming USB DAC and Sound Card (70SB171000000)

Supports true 7.1 channel audio input signals for realistic virtualization of gaming effects and audio cues with perfect accuracy and positioning. Enhance your gaming experience through the headphone amplifier, capable of driving a wide range of gaming to studio-grade headphones.. Powerful and fully customizable BlasterX Acoustic Engine, powers the Sound BlasterX G1 to deliver various audio enhancements for optimized gameplay. X-Plus Mode when paired with the Sound BlasterX H5 - X-Plus mode accentuates the audio for things that really do matter in a competitive game while playing down emphasis on things that do not. Instantly upgrade any headset or speakers - simply plug into a PC, Mac or PS4 and connect any headset or speakers to instantly boost your listening and gaming experience.