CREATIVE G6 7.1 HD Gaming DAC and External USB Sound Card with Xamp Headphone Amplifier for PS5, PS4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch and PC

Rating: ★★★★★ Product Description: I recently purchased the CREATIVE G6 7.1 HD Gaming DAC and External USB, and it has been an outstanding addition to my audio setup. Quality: The quality of this DAC is superb. It significantly enhances the audio experience, making even my existing headphones sound incredible. Functionality: This amplifier works wonders with my Sony WH1000XM4 headphones, delivering exceptional sound clarity and detail. It also greatly improves the sound quality of other headphones I own. Ease of Use: The setup is straightforward, and the DAC is very user-friendly. It offers a noticeable upgrade to my audio experience without any complicated adjustments. Design: The design is sleek and compact, fitting perfectly into my gaming and audio setup. The build quality is solid, and the controls are intuitive. Value for Money: This DAC offers excellent value for the money. Given its ability to enhance the sound quality of various headphones, it is a worthwhile investment. It has even made me reconsider keeping my more expensive headphones like the Nova Pro Wired and HiFiMAN Edition XS, as the XM4 paired with this DAC offers such a satisfying experience. Recommendation: I highly recommend the CREATIVE G6 7.1 HD Gaming DAC to anyone looking to elevate their audio experience. It provides outstanding performance, making it a great addition to any audio setup. If you are seeking to get the most out of your headphones, this DAC is definitely worth the investment.

The Creative G6 7.1 HD Gaming DAC/USB sound card has been a noticeable upgrade over onboard audio. Sound quality is cleaner with better separation, and it drives headphones with authority—there’s plenty of volume on tap, and it doesn’t sound strained. The built-in headphone amp (Xamp) does a great job of giving headphones more punch and detail, especially in the lows and mids compared to typical motherboard audio. For gaming, the surround/positional audio is a real benefit. Footsteps and directional cues are easier to place, and the overall soundstage feels more “open,” which helps in shooters and competitive games. It also works well for music and general media, so it’s not a one-trick gaming box. Controls and setup are straightforward once you get it dialed in, and it’s nice having a dedicated external unit that’s easy to swap between devices or move between setups. Overall, if you want a strong, reliable external DAC/amp that improves clarity, boosts headphone performance, and adds convincing virtual surround for gaming, the Creative G6 is a solid buy.

What a piece of kit! Bought this in May 24 and have left until now to submit my thoughts on it. "WOW" I think that it even looks good on my desktop, and for something that size What a punch it performs, Just by adding it into my system, what a difference it has made, It's a good job I have some decent speakers that can handle the extra , although I don't need it very often , The clarity is amazing, very easy to set up, The control panel takes a little while to get right ( but that's part of the fun of it ) And paired with a set of decent headphones the experience just keeps getting better. All in all money well spent !!

The device is connected via a USB and works with pc, Xbox, playstation, Nintendo switch and pretty much anything that has a usb port. It comes with required usb cable, but also a supported fiber optic cable if that suit your needs better. The front of the device has standard 3.5 mm jack for audio out and mic in. The device adds a extra kick to your headset and by standard setting with no effects it already provides much better and fuller audio and it can drive headsets up to 600 impedance. It comes with a easy to use software where you can tune in effects very accurately and has buttons on the side to enable or disable presets quickly. The underside surface has a non slip pad so that it doesn't glide around your desk as easily and the volume knob feels great and is of good quality. There are top facing RGB logo on top that you can turn on and off and change colors and add effects. Volume knob is also surrounded by a white light to easily find it when in a dark room. It supports side tone however the drawback is that there is going to be a tiny delay but if you turn of all post processing effects it is usable. For gaming it comes with a scout mode setting with lowers some unimportant ear candy and amplifies footsteps and speech for proximity chat and teammates which is very useful. It supports stereo mode, 5.1 and 7.1 surround sound. Overall a great device and worth the buy however the delay on side tone is a small drawback.

After having issues with onboard audio (buzzing and crackling noises while moving the mouse and playing sound), I've decided to give Sound Blaster a go. And rather than installing a PCI card, like we used to in the old days, I decided to try the USB device so I can also more easily move it from one PC to another. I first bought a G5 and later replaced it with a G6. I now own 2 G6's and they're amazing. I love the fact that you can tweak the audio to your liking and the sound profile stays saved on the device, even if it's disconnected and moved to another PC! Another great feature is that the two front 3.5mm inputs allow for headphones or headset (w/ mic) and a dedicated microphone. If you unplug the headphones/headset, audio automatically gets routed to the rear audio-out. I've connected the G6 to a Fosi Audio D-class amp and a set of bookshelf speakers and I've been very happy. Beats onboard audio even on the high end motherboards. If nothing else, the SB Command app and the physical controls which are right in front of you make a huge difference. P.S. I've ran a cheaper version of these (G3 model with usb-c cable) on my IPAD and it worked without issues. I believe G6 would too with the right adapter.

Sucht ihr guten Klang? Wollt ihr etwas für Musik und Gaming? Habt ihr vor weniger als 200 Euro auszugeben? Hört auf zu suchen. Dies eine sehr gute Wahl. Ich habe Monate lang überlegt, etliche Reviews geschaut und duzende Artikel gelesen. Die AE5, AE7, AE9, EVGA Nu und andere Alternativen hatte ich lange im Blick, aber ich bemerkte die vielen negativen Reviews, welche Rauschen, Hardwaredefekt und Treiberprobleme erwähnen. Es gab kein "perfektes Produkt, welches alle mögen" im Bereich Soundkarte bzw. Soundblaster. Ich entschied mich für die G6, weil dies ohne Treiber auskommt, von Soundblaster ist und extern ist. Externe Lösungen sollen ja weniger anfällig für Rauschen sein. Der Unterschied zwischen Onboard Sound (MSI 470x Gaming Pro, G3-605 und einem Medion Laptop) und der G6 ist gigantisch. Viele meinen, dass der Onboard Sound heutzutage gut ist, aber ich stimme nicht mehr zu. Onboard kommt einfach überhaupt nicht an die G6 ran. Ich habe noch nie vorher eine Soundkarte, DAC, AMP oder ähnliches, sodass dies mein erstes Produkt in dieser Kategorie ist. Ich habe stundenlang einfach nur Musik gehört als meine G6 ankam. Ich war überrascht um wie viel besser meine MDR-1A klingen. Ich habe es einem Freund empfohlen, sodass er es einmal probehörte und die G6 dann sofort kaufte. Dieses Erlebnis will man nicht mehr aufgeben, wenn man es einmal gehört hat. Jeder der keinen Unterschied feststellen kann, sollte zum Ohrenarzt oder seine 2€ Inears ausstecken. Ich habe die MDR-1A, MDR-1R und die HD 400s getestet und es klang alles besser. Mein persönlicher Favorit war dabei die MDR-1A. Dies betreibte ich ohne jegliche Soundeffekte und lieferte für mich einen perfekten Klang. Ich persönlich bin mit dem "Direkt" Modus (in Kombination mit der MDR-1A) sehr zufrieden. Damit wird der Sound direkt ohne jegliche Soundeffekte ausgegeben. Man kann zwar etwas rumspielen mit den ganzen Features, aber ich wollte primär die 32bit Qualität und die sehr angepriesene Surround Simulation. Meine Erwartungen wurden dabei weit übertroffen, sodass ich jedem die G6 ans Herz legen kann. Für 110 Euro ist dieser Sound ein totales Schnäppchen. Kleines Achtung: Bei der ersten Inbetriebnahme sind irgendwelche Soundeffekte an. Am Anfang war ich verwirrt, aber dann hab ich alles eingestellt und war beeindruckt. Pros: + Sehr klarer Sound. Alles klingt sehr viel detaillierter. Egal ob Youtube oder FLAC, auf dem G6 klingt alles besser im Vergleich zu Onboard Sound. + Kein Hintergrundrauschen. Mein Audioport am Gehäuse (vom 470x PC) ist dauernd am rauschen, aber mit dem G6 kann ich nichts schlechtes feststellen. + Sehr gute 7.1 Surround Simulation. Ich bevorzuge sogar nun die 7.1 Simulation über Stereo. Ich habe schon einiges mit Surround rumgespielt. Windows Sonic, Dolby DTS und Dolby Access sind Müll im Vergleich. Ich habe die 3 aber nur (früher einmal) auf Onboard getestet, vielleicht können die mehr. Soundblaster erschafft einen natürlich klingenden Surround Sound und dies ist sehr beeindruckend. Ich bin in keiner Dose und fühle kein verzerrtes Audio. Es klingt alles sehr angenehm und erweitert gefühlt etwas den Raum um mich herum. Die MDR-1A sind relativ nah klingende Kopfhörer, aber mit dem G6 entfalten Sie (im 7.1 Modus) ein ganz neues Potential im vergleich zu Stereo. + Kann ohne Probleme sehr sehr laut werden, ohne dass sich das Klangbild ändert. + Wurde sofort erkannt und funktionierte auf Windows 10. Die Software auf dem G6 war schon auf dem aktuellstem Stand, sodass nur noch Soundblaster Connect installiert werden musste für weitere Anpassungen. Kann auch ohne Software funktionieren, aber das volle Potential wird erst mit Software ausgeschöpft. + Lautstärkeregler ändert den Lautstärkewert in Windows. Somit ist die Lautstärke immer in Windows sichtbar. + Einige beschwerten sich sogar über eine überdimensionierte Größe. Wollt ihr es in die Hosentasche stecken? Es ist sehr klein und verbraucht nicht viel Platz. Ich finde es sogar relativ klein und kompakt. Cons: - Jedes mal wenn ich Neustarte wird der "Direkt" Modus ausgeschaltet. Zwar ist er in Soundblaster Connect ausgewählt nach dem es im Autostart gestartet ist, aber er ist aus und der Scout-Modus blinkt nicht mehr. Einmal zu "Audio Effekte" und wieder zurück zu "Direkt" behebt das Problem und der Scout-Modus blinkt wieder. (Ein Anzeichen für aktivierten "Direkt" Modus. Das Blinken kann auch glaub ich ausgeschaltet werden, wenn es stören sollte.) - 32bit 384khz geht nur mit Stereo, aber dies produziert bei mir keinen Sound. Nur die Testsounds gehen. Ich dachte am Anfang, dass Stereo kaputt ist. Ich glaube es liegt an foobar2000 und MPC-HC, denn diese wollen keinen Sound mehr wiedergeben. Bei mir funktionierte aber 32bit 192khz in Kombination mit foobar2000 und MPC-HC. 7.1 hat zwar "nur" 32bit 96khz, dies ist aber meiner Meinung nach auch sehr gut und funktionierte auch auf Anhieb. Ich war mir sehr unsicher beim Kauf, aber ich habe es nicht bereut. Ich kann damit Lieder neu erleben und Spiele auf einem neuem Level genießen. In meinen Augen ist die G6 ein sehr gutes Produkt. Danke Soundblaster. Updates: Ich habe die G6 mit den Sony Z7 getestet und ich bevorzuge eher 5.1 bzw. Stereo. Ich glaube es kommt ganz auf den Kopfhörer an und ist persönliche Geschmackssache. Ich testete mit den Z7 außerdem diverse Effekte und den EQ. Die Z7 benötigen dies auch meiner Meinung nach und das Ergebnis finde ich relativ gut. Außerdem funktioniert Stereo mit 384khz problemlos, wenn man passende Programme verwendet. Z.B. funktioniert HQPlayer 4 ohne Probleme.

Let's get one thing out of the way - I am NOT an audiophile. However, I am a person who owns and uses a variety of headphones and ear buds. I am also a person who is a bit hard of hearing. Before I purchased the Sound Blaster X G6 external sound card, most of the headphones I used just weren't loud enough. I had a pair of wired earbuds that I've had for several years that were loud enough for me to truly enjoy music, video games, movies, and other media on any of my devices. Unfortunately, last month, the cord developed a short in it, which pretty much rendered the earbuds useless. That prompted me to replace the earbuds. Initially, I was going to purchase the exact same pair (if it ain't broke, don't fix it). Well, wouldn't you know, the company is no longer in business. This sad fact eventually lead me to investing in a pair of wired Inner Ear Monitors or IEMs which are an upgrade from your standard earbuds but not as expensive as the top of the line, noise cancelling, name brand earbuds endorsed by rappers and rock stars. I did my research and bought two pair of IEMs that had impressive reviews, but did not break my budget. While one pair of the IEMs was just loud enough to be useful for me, the other set just didn't cut the mustard when it came to the volume level. I broke down and purchased a different brand of IEMs and the new pair had great sound, but also not enough volume. I really didn't want to spend money on another pair of IEMs, regardless of their inexpensive cost (it was starting to add up). I was researching an app that could increase the volume of the content that I play on my phone, when I found a post that talked about the Sound Blaster X G6 External soundcard, and how it was able to really enhance the user's experience playing video games. I changed the topic of my search to the Sound Blaster X G6 and I found a ton of articles and videos about how people were blown away by how different their experience was by using this portable little plug and play device. Needless to say, I had to hear it for myself. I purchased my device and was pleased with the compact size of the unit. The portability allows me to use this device in more ways than I anticipated. I can connect it to my android phone by using a USB C to 3.5 mm adapter that can be purchased for less than $20.00. That allows me to use it anytime I consume media on my cell phone. I can also use it with my laptop computer by connecting it directly using the included microUSB cord included with the package. I can also use it when I play video games or watch movies on my PS5. There is one caveat. Since this product was released before USB C became the standard type of port to power / charge devices, the Sound Blaster X G6 still uses a microUSB port to supply power to the unit. You can plug the microUSB cord into the same plug in wall charger that you use for your cell phone. You can also supply power through an open USB port on your computer or video game console. A third option which I hadn't initially considered was that it's possible to use a portable charging bank to supply power to the Sound Blaster X, at least until the portable charging bank has used up all of it's stored power. I suggest investing in either a usb extension cord with an A Male to A Female connection or an extra long microUSB cord for maximum portability. That way, you can plug the microUSB up to the wall or other power source when you are laying in bed or away from a laptop or other device with a powered USB connection. I've had the device for several weeks and I can honestly say that it works wonders for me, especially for my hearing condition. I have trouble hearing high frequencies and also some of the low end bass frequencies. With the Sound BlasterX G6, I can purchase any pair of IEMs and feel confident that I can have more than enough audible space to increase the volume to my liking. You can also connect the device to your computer to adjust the internal settings and EQ to fine tune the sound to your liking., The unit saves your adjustments and settings, even when you are not connected to that same computer. Overall, this product seems like it was made for me. It has made several pairs of IEMs and over the ear headphones that I own sound vibrant and alive. I would recommend this product to anyone who would like to enhance their audio listening experience.

G6 音がだいぶクリアになる、コードだらけのPCに外部スピーカーまで持ち出すとノイジ―になるので電源ケーブルと音声ケーブルを分けて配線しないとノイズが入るので注意が必要。 逆にそれが目につかなければ大丈夫なので気にしすぎるのも良くない。 付属のソフトにはイコライザーやプリセット機能があるが、機能は非常にシンプル。

Tarjeta de sonido externa para ps3, ps4, ps5, pc, Nintendo , puedes sacar audio óptica de tu smart tv..... Separa audio y chat para poder subir y bajar el volumen de ambas partes. Tiene diferentes ajustes de sonido, puedes escuchar el sonido directo amplificado o puedes modificanrlo con un boton ya precargado como por ejemplo un juego en concreto call of duty, forrnite... Para escuchar mejor los pasos, o realizar esas ecualizaciones a tu gusto modificando la gráfica de ecualización. También tiene un boton para el modo scout que sirve para escuchar mejor los pasos, disparos y recargas. Otro boton que amplifica a bajo o alto hasta auriculares de hasta 600 ohm. Mis auriculares son los seenheiser gsp 600 y son de 32 ohm y con el amplificado en bajo ya se escuchan fuertes, sin distorsión y con mucha calidad. Si activas el boton a alto, a no ser que tengas unos buenos auriculares puedes rebentarlos de la potencia que saca, hasta 130db, lo he llegado a activar con la ps5 conectado con USB para amplificar el sonido 3D. Saca toda la potencia de sonido a tu consola y puedes conectar cualquier auricular con cable. Puedes utilizarlo con usb o óptico. Aconsejo bastante tener un Dac de éstas características ya que si le conectas unos cascos de calidad media, supera cualquier 2 en 1 que te venden (me refiero a auriculares amplificados c on 7.1). Ya que con éste Dac hace todo y mucho más que con cualquier auriculares gaming, aparte le puedes conectar tus auriculares a tu gusto. En la caja trae, el cable usb y óptico. Además tiene 2 opticas, entrada y salida puente óptica. Lo configuras en el pc y una vez configurado a tu gusto, conectalo a tu consola o pc o altavoces que se conecten mediante jack (clavija auriculares) porque también tiene sonido modo películas, música etc, modificar el surround, graves, agudos, medios, claridad dela chat, en fin muchos ajustes para acercarlos a tu perfección de oído. Los auriculares que menciono son profesionales gaming conectado al dac, sacas toda la potencia y son muy resistentes ya que la unión de la diadema y el auricular es de aluminio. Evita comprar auriculares que en esa unión sean de plásticos.

Ho deciso di fare questo acquisto per guidare le mie Beyerdynamic MMX 300 di seconda generazione, parliamo di cuffie da 300€ con moltissima impedenza, pensate per essere usate negli studi di registrazione ma anche e soprattutto per il gaming estremo. Appena comprate le ho collegate al portatile e poi al cellulare e l'audio era bassino. Collegandole invece alla scheda del mio MSI Infinite X Plus che possiede il boost audio la situazione migliorava un po' ma non bastava ancora, ho deciso quindi di fare questo acquisto: Sound BlasterX G6. Il G6 è un amplificatore e scheda audio esterna. L'ho attaccato con l'USB al mio PC, che ha avviato l'installazione del nuovo componente e scaricato il software di gestione Sound Blaster Command. Una volta finito, ho fatto subito la prova con Spotify con un brano e sono rimasto colpito dal livello altissimo di volume e per il fatto che la qualità sia rimasta la stessa e non ne abbia risentito, poi altra cosa importante è che ho impostato il low gain e il volume è già altissimo così, infatti non lo tengo mai al massimo perché è troppo alto, bensì il cursore del volume sta sempre su 20/30% adesso. Proprio quello che volevo! Ora posso pilotare bene le mie cuffione e godermele come si deve. Le ho provate con Call of Duty: Modern Warfare e quì ho toppato: ho lasciato il volume generale del gioco a 100, già nel menù di selezione percepivo tutto bello alto, poi quando ho iniziato la partita sentivo praticamente ogni cosa (ho attivato sul Sound BlasterX G6 la Scout Mode, c'è un pulsantino ma si può attivare anche da software, permette di sentire la posizione esatta dei nemici), ma appena ho visto un nemico ed ho sparato mi ha preso letteralmente un accidente per quanto fosse alto il volume degli spari e sono andato subito ad abbassare il volume generale di gioco finendo per impostarlo a 30 (pensate un po'). Le esplosioni e gli spari sono molto più realistici adesso, quindi badate bene che con questa scheda audio il suono non viene livellato, bensì le esplosioni, come tali, le percepirete il triplo più forte degli altri suoni, così come gli spari del vostro fucile, col cecchino per esempio avvertirete una stoccata bella forte con annesso riverbero, il risultato è molto molto diverso da prima e sono proprio contento. Immersività 100%, bisogna soltanto stare attenti al livello di volume. CONCLUSIONI Sound BlasterX G6 porta l'audio ad un livello mai visto. Se state cercando un dispositivo che amplifichi l'audio delle vostre cuffie e massimizzi l'immersione in game, acquistate come me Sound BlasterX G6 e non rimarrete delusi.