The Perfect 7.1 External USB Sound Card

USB 7.1 Sound Card

Improve your mobile sound experience with a new USB Sound Card concept. Many Laptop devices cant deliver the same sound experience and functionality you will find in a common desk computer’s sound card. As an audiophile I care about the sound quality I carry along with my laptop. Since my laptop only provides a regular on-board sound chip with two connectors, microphone input and headphones output i could never get the most out of it’s multimedia capabilities. When searching for an alternative Sound device I could use anywhere with my mobile computer, I came across with a nice 7.1 Sound card I can connect to my laptop via a USB connection. It as everything I need for mobile Djing and the most important it is a very cheap and affordable alternative to many professional sound cards out there.

This cool sound device provides more features than many mainstream Sound Cards. Mobile DJ’s and Music producers will love this nice peace of sound hardware! You can use it in your home music production studio, karaoke parties, mobile djing activities, home cinema experiences or even for a superior mobile sound experience. In my case I use this 7.1 usb sound card as a secondary sound device for Traktor DJ Studio. Amateur Dj’s like me will love this sound card.

Pros

• Very Good Price for it’s functions

• 7.1 Multi Channel Support

• USB 2.0 Connection

• S/PDIF Digital Sound Output/Input

Where to buy?

This tiny little piece of great sound hardware is available at Chinavasion:

Check out the Specs

• Enhanced Music Listening Experience with 5.1 Dolby Digital (AC-3)
• Transform stereo source into 5.1 surround sound
• Powered by C-Media CM106 8ch sound chip
• Change the sound of your voice (cool for karaoke)
• Supports Multi Channel audio code interface for 7.1 channel playback
• Stream the sound to your external decoder or home theater system via S/PDIF.
• 27 Simulated Environments and 10 Band Equalizer
• Connect it to any Computer via USB.

Manufacturers Specification

Onboard Inputs/Connectors:

• MIC IN
• SPDIF IN
• SPDIF Out
• Line IN
• Front Out
• Rear Out
• Center / Bass Out
• Mini USB IN

Function:

• Supports Analog Recording Function: Yes
• Compliant with USB v1.0 , v2.0
• Sampling Rate for 7.1 channel playback: 48KHz Fixed
• Supports multi-channels audio code interface for 7.1 channel playback
• Supports Stereo PCM Audio: AES/EBU, IEC60958, S/PDIF
• Supports SCMS (Serial Copy Management System) copy protection
• Supports conventional 2 channels audio source playback

Main Software Functions:

• C-Media Software
• Speaker Shifter
• Environment sound effects
• Room Size Mode
• Graphic Equalizer

Compatibility and Support:

• Compatible with Win98SE, ME, 2000, XP, Vista, Mac OS9.1 (Mac version has 2 channel playback only)
• Certification: CE, FCC
• Dimensions: L:60 x W:92 x D:24 (mm)

Package Contents:

• USB 7.1 Channel Sound Card
• USB Cable
• Software CD – English