Xonar DGX: PCI Express 5.1-channel gaming audio card

• Built-in Headphone AMP to power up every sound detail in gaming
• 3 headphone AMP gain modes for different usage scenarios - VOIP, pro-gaming, exciter
• Dolby® Headphone technology for an immersive 5.1 surround experience
• ASUS exclusive GX2.5 gaming audio engine for realistic 3D audio effects

Hear All, Dominate All! Optimized for immersive gaming action through precision audio The Xonar DGX audio card combines Dolby® Headphone 5.1 high definition surround with the ASUS-exclusive GX 2.5 gaming audio engine and an on-board headphone amplifier. These result in accurate and deep audio that brings every nuance and sound across fully, making the new Xonar DGX 5.1 an ideal audio card for gamers who want to remain totally aware of their play environments.

Built-in Headphone AMP: Powers up every sound detail in gaming

3 headphone Amp gain modes for different usage scenarios: The Xonar DGX uses three modes to cater to different usage scenarios: voice, pro-gaming, and exciter modes. Sound positioning helps gamers become better informed of environments and thus more competitive, especially in multiplayer first person shooters.

• VOIP mode: dedicated to chat and headsets, providing clear voice and music enjoyment.
• Pro-gaming mode: adds extra sound dynamics in higher frequencies for enhanced audio positioning.
• Exciter mode: get immersed in gameplay and embraced by powerful bass with a fuller soundfield.

Dolby® Headphone technology for an immersive 5.1-channel surround experience

The Xonar DGX 5.1 uses Dolby® Headphone technology to level up your stereo headphones to surround sound brilliance.

GX 2.5 for realistic 3D gaming audio effects

The exclusive ASUS GX 2.5 gaming audio engine on the Xonar DGX 5.1 allows up to 128 different sound effects simultaneously for a realistic 3D audio environment. It also offers full compatibility with the latest version of EAX®.

Automatic jack-sensing front-panel output

The Intel® HDA-compatible front-panel header automatically switches output between the back and the front of the case once speakers/headphones are plugged in. Never again will you be bothered by the need to change connection settings manually!

Specifications

• Audio Performance: Output Signal-to-Noise Ratio (A-Weighted) (Front-out) : 105 dB, Input Signal-to-Noise Ratio (A-Weighted) : 103 dB, Output THD+N at 1kHz (Front-out) : <0.0025 %(-92 dB), Input THD+N at 1kHz : <0.0022 %(-93 dB), Frequency Response (-3dB, 24bit/96KHz input) :10 Hz to 48 KHz, Output/Input Full-Scale Voltage :
• Bus Compatibility PCI Express
• Chipset Audio Processor :C-Media CMI8786 High-Definition Sound Processor (Max. 96KHz/24bit)
• Sample Rate and Resolution Analog Playback Sample Rate and Resolution : 44.1K/48K/96KHz @ 16bit/24bit, Analog Recording Sample Rate and Resolution : 44.1K/48K/96KHz @ 16bit/24bit, S/PDIF Digital Output : 44.1K/48K/96KHz @ 16bit/24bit
• I/O Ports Analog Output Jack : 3 x 3.5mm RCA jack
• Analog Input Jack : 1 x 3.5mm RCA jack, 1 x Digital S/PDIF Output : 1 x Front-Panel Header, Other line-level analog input (for CD-IN/TV Tuner) : 4-pin header on the card
• Special Features Smart Volume Normalizer™, Xear 3D™ Virtual Speaker Shifter, Magic Voice™, Karaoke Functions, FlexBass™, 10 -band Equalizer, 27 Environment Effects, GX2.5 Gaming Audio Engine, VocalFX™
• Accessories Low -profile Bracket x 1, Driver CD x 1, Quick Start Guide x 1
• Dimensions 170.44 x 64.39 mm ( L x W )