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Manufacturer description: This ultra-affordable upgrade allows you to start enjoying an audio experience and quality that's not possible with basic on-board audio thanks to 24-Bit ADVANCED HD and EAX ADVANCED HD ... Read more

Specs: USB, Microsoft Windows XP SP1, Microsoft Windows 2000 SP4, 5.1 channel surround, None

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Manufacturer description: Why settle for basic, built-in sound? Your music and movies deserve Xtreme Fidelity. Simply connect the Sound Blaster X-Fi Surround 5.1 sound card to your PC or notebook and ... Read more

Specs: USB, Microsoft Windows Vista, Microsoft Windows XP SP2, Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Edition, Microsoft Windows XP Professional x64 Edition, 5.1 channel surround, None

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• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 25 reviews

The Bottom Line: The reasonably priced Creative Xmod does a remarkable job of making audio sound brighter, deeper, and more vibrant. Read review

Specs: USB, Apple MacOS X 10.3.4, Microsoft Windows XP SP2, Microsoft Windows XP 64-bit Edition, Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Edition, None

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• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 10 reviews

The Bottom Line: Plugged into a USB port, the ultracompact Turtle Beach Audio Advantage Micro affordably adds a shared headphone jack/optical digital-audio output to your PC or laptop. Read review

Specs: USB, Apple MacOS X or later, Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition, Microsoft Windows XP Professional, Microsoft Windows 2000 SP3 or later, Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition / Windows ME, Stereo

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Manufacturer description: Connect the Xmod Wireless transmitter to your PC and desktop speakers to enjoy Xtreme Fidelity music. PRODUCT FEATURES: Play music from your PC wirelessly in any room; Make your MP3s ... Read more

Specs: USB, Microsoft Windows Vista, Microsoft Windows XP SP2, Microsoft Windows XP 64-bit Edition, Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Edition, None

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Manufacturer description: SIIG's long-term business vision, comprehensive product line, effective marketing strategy and exceptional customer support have made SIIG the leading brand for computer add-on products. High-quality control standards are evident ... Read more

Specs: USB, Microsoft Windows 2000 / XP, Microsoft Windows Server 2003, 7.1 channel surround, None

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Manufacturer description: INport lets you record all of your favorite vinyl records, tapes and other music from your home stereo into your computer. Archive them, turn them into MP3s, or use a ... Read more

Specs: Xitel INport Deluxe - Audio input adapter - USB, USB

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Manufacturer description: Small enough to fit in your pocket, Transit brings hi-resolution 24-bit/96kHz recording and playback to any USB-compatible computer. Digital I/O lets you transfer pristine audio between your computer ... Read more

Specs: USB, Apple MacOS 9.1 or later, Apple MacOS X 10.1 or later, Microsoft Windows 2000 / XP, Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition / Windows ME, Stereo

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Manufacturer description: E-MU's new 0202 USB 2.0 Audio Interface is the ultimate portable USB audio interface for PC, offering pristine 24-bit/192kHz recording and playback, direct monitoring, and a host ... Read more

Specs: Hi-Speed USB, Microsoft Windows XP SP2 or later, Microsoft Windows XP 64-bit Edition, Stereo, None

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Manufacturer description: The USB powered Creative Sound Blaster X-Fi Go! uses the acclaimed X-Fi Xtreme Fidelity audio technology to let users experience ultra-realistic gaming with surround sound over headphones. It delivers compelling ... Read more

Specs: USB, Microsoft Windows Vista SP1, Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Edition, Microsoft Windows XP Professional x64 Edition SP2, Stereo

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Manufacturer description: The SteelSeries Siberia USB soundcard offers a consistent sound experience allowing gamers to always play with the exact same sound and settings, no matter where in the world - or ... Read more

Specs: Hi-Speed USB, Apple MacOS, Microsoft Windows Vista, Microsoft Windows 98/ME/2000/XP, Stereo, None

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Manufacturer description: The SteelSeries Siberia USB soundcard offers a consistent sound experience allowing gamers to always play with the exact same sound and settings, no matter where in the world - or ... Read more

Specs: Hi-Speed USB, Apple MacOS, Microsoft Windows Vista, Microsoft Windows 98/ME/2000/XP, 7.1 channel surround

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Manufacturer description: The Fast Track Pro delivers all the mobile recording flexibility of the Fast Track USB, plus even more professional features. You get 2 front-panel mic/line inputs complete with phantom ... Read more

Specs: USB, Apple MacOS X 10.3.9, Apple MacOS X 10.4.2, Microsoft Windows XP SP2, Stereo, None

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Manufacturer description: Despite the fact that computers have become commonplace at home and at workplaces for a long time, true user friendliness of the computers is still a long shot. Zalman Tech ... Read more

Specs: USB, Microsoft Windows 98SE/2000/ME/XP, 5.1 channel surround, None

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Manufacturer description: iMic was the original USB audio adapter that enabled Mac and PC users to add stereo input and output to their USB computers that, otherwise, lacked the necessary hardware support. ... Read more

Specs: USB, Apple MacOS X 10.3, Apple MacOS X 10.4, Apple MacOS X 10.5, Microsoft Windows XP, Stereo, None

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Manufacturer description: SIIG's long-term business vision, comprehensive product line, effective marketing strategy and exceptional customer support have made SIIG the leading brand for computer add-on products. High-quality control standards are evident ... Read more

Specs: USB, Microsoft Windows 2000 / XP, Microsoft Windows Server 2003, 7.1 channel surround, None

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Manufacturer description: This versatile External USB Sound Card/Audio Adapter offers a high quality solution for upgrading desktop or laptop sound. Providing a robust USB audio experience, the USB sound card connects ... Read more

Specs: USB, Microsoft Windows Vista / XP, 7.1 channel surround, None

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Manufacturer description: The Griffin FireWave gives you what you have been missing in your Mac experience - Surround Sound. FireWave has Dolby Digital processors to bring Surround Sound to Macs for gaming, ... Read more

Specs: IEEE 1394 (FireWire), 5.1 channel surround, None

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Manufacturer description: The FA-66 is a 6-channel Portable FireWire Audio Interface designed with the mobile recording and performance professional in mind. The FA-66 offers incredible audio fidelity, stability, and a practical set ... Read more

Specs: IEEE 1394 (FireWire), Apple MacOS X 10.3.3 or later, Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition, Microsoft Windows XP Professional

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Manufacturer description: This USB to Audio Adapter lets you connect headphones or speakers, and a microphone to your computer without the need to unplug other devices! Compliant with USB 2.0 and ... Read more

Specs: USB, Linux, Apple MacOS 9.x or later, Microsoft Windows Vista / 2000 / XP, Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition or later, Stereo, None

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Manufacturer description: MobilePre USB is the preamp with a built-in audio interface that's designed for laptop recording such as field recording and sampling expeditions. In fact, it's one of the ... Read more

Specs: USB, Apple MacOS 9.2.2, Apple MacOS X 10.1.5, Microsoft Windows XP SP1, Microsoft Windows 2000 SP4, Apple MacOS X 10.2.6 or later, Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition / Windows ME, Stereo, None

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Manufacturer description: Small enough to fit in your pocket, Transit brings hi-resolution 24-bit/96kHz recording and playback to any USB-compatible computer. Digital I/O lets you transfer pristine audio between your computer ... Read more

Specs: USB, Apple MacOS 9.2.2, Apple MacOS X 10.1.5, Microsoft Windows 2000 SP4, Apple MacOS X 10.2.6 or later, Microsoft Windows XP SP1 or later, Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition / Windows ME, Stereo

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Manufacturer description: The Audio Advantage SRM External USB Sound Card is the perfect audio upgrade for your PC or laptop. The SRM External USB Sound Card easily plugs into any USB port, ... Read more

Specs: USB, 7.1 channel surround

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Manufacturer description: This USB to Stereo Audio Adapter Converter lets you add headsets and microphones to your computer without the need to unplug other devices! Compliant with USB 2.0 and USB ... Read more

Specs: Hi-Speed USB, Apple MacOS 9.x or later, Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition or later, Stereo, None

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Manufacturer description: Just plug the Instant Music into a USB port on your computer and you are ready to begin recording from any analog audio source into the most popular digital audio ... Read more

Specs: USB, Stereo