Startech PCI Sound card - 48 kHz - 4.1 Ch. surround

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PCI Sound card - 48 kHz - 4.1 Ch. surround Offering the highest quality of sound, the PCISOUND4CH creates a rich audio experience for even the most discerning multi-media enthusiast. Add a new dimension of audio to your computer with StarTech.com's multi-channel sound card. Offering the highest quality of sound, the PCISOUND4CH creates a rich audio experience for even the most discerning multi-media enthusiast. The card includes a microphone port for applications requiring audio input (voice chat etc.), 2 audio output ports for rich, clear sound, a Line-In port for adding auxiliary devices to your setup, and for the gamer, the card includes a midi port for using your serial joysticks/gamepads.Product details: Device Type Sound card Enclosure Type Plug-in card Interface Type PCI Compliant Standards Sound Blaster Pro, EAX DAC Data Width 16-bit Features Full-duplex support Sample Rate 48 kHz (max) Sound Output Mode 4.1 channel surround Compatible Slots 1 x PCI Interfaces 2 x audio - line-out - mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 1 x audio - line-in - mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 1 x microphone - input - mini-phone 3.5 mm 1 x gameport / MIDI - generic - 15 pin D-Sub (DB-15) 2 x audio - line-in - 4 pin MPC OS Required Microsoft Windows NT 4.0, Linux, Microsoft Windows 95/98/ME/2000/XP Software includedDrivers & Utilities

Specification Description
Model PCISOUND4CH
UPC 065030818223
Accessory Indicator Yes
Additional features True Full-Duplex playback/capture with different sampling rate up to 48KHz stereo
Audio bit depth 16-bit
Audio standards Legacy Audio SoundBlaster Pro compatible and DOS support, CMI8738/PCI-SX chipset
Available for Store Pickup Spec Name: rshStandard Yes
Benefits Includes a MIDI port for using your serial joysticks/gamepadsSupports EAX, Karaoke Key and EchoingSupports full-duplex opera
Capacity UOM mAh
Channels/output mode 4-Channel 16-bit stereo sound card
Country Of Origin Taiwan
Description Header Kick up the tunes on your PC.
Display Catalog Number 55026990
Included in the Box 4-Channel PCI audio sound cardUser's guide
Inputs 1 x Phone 1/8"(Line in), 1 x Phone 1/8"(Microphone in), 1 x (Midi/game port)
Interface/form factor PCI
Manufacturer Labor Warranty 1
Manufacturer Part Number PCISOUND4CH
Manufacturer Parts Warranty 1
MAP Price 0.0
Model PCISOUND4CH
Operating sytems supported Windows® 9x/ME/NT 4.0/2000/XP/Vista and Linux
Operating Temperature UOM ° F
Outputs 2 x Phone 1/8"(Audio out), 1 x (Midi/game port)
Product Type Specialty
Required to function Windows® 9x/ME/NT 4.0/2K/XP/Vista and Linux
Supported Languages English

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★★★★★
5.0
A computer pro told me ...

"A computer pro told me that my integrated sound was out of phase. I'd had problems with the music completely overwhelming the vocals. This sound card solved that issue. It sounds darn good, especially for the money. I haven't yet explored any other features than simple playback, so I can't weigh in on the mic issue. I had a glitch installing the software, but that could have been a user error. However, the..." Read Full Review »

Sep 24, 2009 by fuzzbuzzle

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Didn't Work For Me

"Tried to run the driver disk on this, but it would not load. Determined it needed extra cables to run, not just plug and play. Returned it and ordered a $9.00 sound card from [...] that works GREAT!..." Read Full Review »

Aug 29, 2009 by gfunkgfunk63

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A computer pro told me ...

★★★★★
5.0

"A computer pro told me that my integrated sound was out of phase. I'd had problems with the music completely overwhelming the vocals. This sound card solved that issue. It sounds darn good, especially for the money. I haven't yet explored any other features than simple playback, so I can't weigh …"  Read Full Review »

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Startech PCI Sound card - 48 kHz - 4.1 Ch. surround Review

Didn't Work For Me

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1.0

    Pros

  • Easy To Install

    Cons

  • Difficult To Use
  • Unreliable Performance

    Best Uses

  • None
 

"Tried to run the driver disk on this, but it would not load. Determined it needed extra cables to run, not just plug and play. Returned it and ordered a $9.00 sound card from [...] that works GREAT! "

Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend
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Aug 29 2009
gfunkgfunk63
Michigan
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Startech PCI Sound card - 48 kHz - 4.1 Ch. surround Review

Needed a good (but cheap) ...

★★★★★
5.0

"Needed a good (but cheap) pci sound card to replace a burned imbeded sound unit on a 3 year old motherboard. The price was right so I gave it a shot. Voilla ran super right out of the gate. Sound Quality is fab!! Better than I would have thought.



I had a mini-trial getting the Driver installed …"  Read Full Review »

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I am a former DJ, ...

★★★★★
5.0

"I am a former DJ, Stereo-Quad Sound and a Microphone are the tools of my trade. My PC is now my Music Quad Center, like, back in a day. The PCI SOUND 4 Channel Card runs, 4 Speakers and a Standard old DJ Micropnoe on my computer. Not a computer Mike, but, a Real DJ Radio mike with an adapter plug-in …"  Read Full Review »

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Startech PCI Sound card - 48 kHz - 4.1 Ch. surround Review

Sound not acceptable

★☆☆☆☆
1.0

    Pros

  • Easy To Install
  • Easy To Use

    Cons

  • Poor Output Quality

    Best Uses

  • Everyday use
 

"I need sound for watching You Tube, online videos in general, and for editing MP3 files. The sound from this card was unacceptably rough. "

Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend
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Apr 27 2009
Birchwood
Bridgewater, NJ
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