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Sound Blaster X-Fi Titanium HD review 3

Posted by: Steven ROBSCIX Wall on: 12/27/2010 03:00 PM [ 0 comment(s) ]

The SoundBlaster X-Fi Titanium HD. This card has many aspects in common with existing X-FI designs and a few new features and modifications to appeal to the newer crop of demanding soundcards enthusiasts.

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Tagged as: Blaster, Titanium, review

Corsair HS1 and Sharkoon Xtatic SP Review 3

Posted by: Brann Mitchell on: 12/21/2010 03:00 PM [ 0 comment(s) ]

Almost a necessity these days, a good headset can mean the difference between a win and a lose. Today we test a pair of headsets from Corsair and Sharkoon, the HS1 and the Xtatic SP. The Sharkoon are aimed at console players, nicely plush and padded, they kick out some serious bass. The HS1, however, are the best headset we've tested, plush and comfortable, they did everything a headset is supposed to do, and they did it very well.

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Tagged as: Corsair, Review, Sharkoon, Xtatic

Asus Xonar Xense 7.1 Soundcard review 3

Posted by: Steven ROBSCIX Wall on: 11/07/2010 03:00 PM [ 0 comment(s) ]

Asus recently announced that they have teamed up with Sennheiser, a proverbial powerhouse in the audiophile headphone market to bring audio lovers the Xonar Xense 7.1 soundcard bundle.

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Tagged as: Soundcard, review

FireStone Preamp and Big Joe IV review 3

Posted by: Steven ROBSCIX Wall on: 10/07/2010 02:00 PM [ 0 comment(s) ]
Hailing from Taiwan, the Firestone audio company is starting to gain a lot of ground in the audio community in North America.  Looking through their current sonic line up we see audio components that seem to truly be designed for the desktop audio enthusiast offering big sound in a small footprint. The word in the audio community is these guys don’t play when it comes to audio.  Their component are built tough and above all else built to sound great. Today, in the Guru3D Audio Lab we have two new products we can review.  First we have the Mass Preamp and the Big Joe IV Class D Mono Blocks.  We are excited to have a listen to these new components so let’s get to the good stuff shall we? Read article

Tagged as: FireStone, Preamp, review

ASUS CineVibe Rumble Feedback USB Gaming Headset review

Posted by: Brann Mitchell on: 09/29/2010 02:00 PM [ 0 comment(s) ]
The ASUS CineVibe Rumble Feedback USB Gaming Headset are a mid-price headset that are actually pretty good and well worth the money. You can buy better headphones for more money, but that costs, well, more money. And these certainly have a lot of bass, so if you\'re into a lot of thump, the ASUS CineVibe will satisfy. Read article

Tagged as: CineVibe, Feedback, Gaming, Headset, Rumble, review

Auzentech X-Meridian 7.1 2G Preview

Posted by: Steven ROBSCIX Wall on: 07/22/2010 02:00 PM [ 0 comment(s) ]
We have an exclusive sneak preview of the Auzentech X-Meridian 7.1 2G soundcard. This card also marks a move back to the highly popular 8788 based chipset (at least for this model) that has been seen on some of the best sounding cards built to date. This card has many of the original ideas that made the XM 7.1 so popular but also has some changes that will appeal to different user types. The card is also aimed at a lower price point with a MSRP of $159.99 which appeals to a larger audience. Read article

Tagged as: Auzentech, Preview, X-Meridian

ASUS Xonar Essence ST DeLuxe review

Posted by: Steven ROBSCIX Wall on: 07/15/2010 02:00 PM [ 0 comment(s) ]
We test and review the Xonar Essence ST Deluxe 7.1 soundcard. Yes, you read it right, the full deluxe model! ASUS has been relentless with its R&D and soundcard releases, putting out one high end card after another. The Essence models are considered the current undisputed kings of the Xonar series of soundcards. We are quite excited to see what the Essence ST offers over the STX and in general. So, let’s pull out the Xonar Essence ST Deluxe 7.1 and have a look and a listen. Read article

Tagged as: DeLuxe, Essence, review

Beresford TC-7520 DAC amplifier review

Posted by: Steven ROBSCIX Wall on: 05/24/2010 02:00 PM [ 0 comment(s) ]
From time to time in the Guru3D Audio Lab we will be taking a look at some examples of external equipment for people interested in these areas of PC based audio. There is an entire market of high end external components that can be used with a PC, devices such as external speaker amps, headphone amps, DAC’s and high end S/Pdif sources. Today a new package arrived here at the G3D Audio Lab. Inside this package is a brand new Beresford TC-7520 24/96 Digital to Analog Converter unit partnered up with an AudioQuest VDM-Xi S/Pdif cable. Read article

Tagged as: Beresford, amplifier, review

Xonar Xense Soundcard Preview

Posted by: Steven ROBSCIX Wall on: 05/11/2010 02:00 PM [ 0 comment(s) ]
Xonar Xense Soundcard Preview - There has been a lot of fanfare surrounding this card. Although it seems there are some pictures of a static model from a recent hardware show, the Guru3D Audio Lab wanted to wait until the design was solidified and we could have a listen and look over a working card ourselves. Read article

Tagged as: Preview, Soundcard

Arctic Sound E352 review

Posted by: Hilbert Hagedoorn on: 04/04/2010 02:00 PM [ 0 comment(s) ]
We test the Arctic Cooling Arctic Sound E352 Earbuds. The E352 in-ear buds tested today are advertised to offer sound quality, noise isolation and bass advantages over other offerings from the competition. As such they promise a higher quality than what is provided by your typical pair of earbuds. Let's have a look at the product and lend it an ear or two. Read article

Tagged as: Arctic, review

Auzen X-Fi Bravura 7.1 review

Posted by: Steven ROBSCIX Wall on: 03/03/2010 03:00 PM [ 0 comment(s) ]
A review and test on the Auzen X-Fi Bravura 7.1 We quite enjoyed the sound of this card; it has a very musical profile that makes you want to listen to the next song or play the next game. Read article

Tagged as: Bravura, review

Audiotrak Prodigy 7.1e X-Fi Audio Card 4

Posted by: Brann Mitchell on: 02/18/2010 03:00 PM [ 0 comment(s) ]
Based on Creative's PCIe X-Fi chipset, the Prodigy 7.1e keeps sound quality high and prices low for a superior value. It may be a no-frills sound card, it has features that a gamer would want like OpenAL and a stable driver, but also for audiophiles in upgradable opamps and a dedicated headphone out. Solid value. Read article

Tagged as: Audiotrak, Prodigy

Auzentech X-Fi Home Theater HD 7.1 Soundcard review

Posted by: Steven ROBSCIX Wall on: 12/22/2009 03:00 PM [ 0 comment(s) ]
Auzentech has been developing an HDMI soundcard for quite a while and this new card is said to be loaded with features for any audio tasks. Today in the Guru3D audio lab, we have a brand spanking new Auzentech Home Theater HD 7.1. This ongoing one-upmanship between existing companies is what drives the soundcard market and ensures new products are higher quality and offers new and innovative features to the audio community. The HDMI standard is still considered new in the PC landscape, and while many GFX cards offer HDMI options for graphics the audio side of the standard has been ignored and is lacking. We are going to run this card through our extensive testing and measuring regimen to let our readers know exactly what you will be getting for your hard earned audio dollars. Read article

Tagged as: Auzentech, Soundcard, Theater, review

AV123 ELT 525M 2.0 speaker kit review

Posted by: Steven ROBSCIX Wall on: 09/16/2009 02:00 PM [ 0 comment(s) ]
Many PC audio lovers have their system connected to high quality home theater systems or high grade Bookshelf speakers for stereo audition. It would seem that more and more PC users are moving up the audio ladder to these high end systems. AV123 sent us a complete stereo monitoring system comprised of their ELT 525 Mini-Monitors in a Cherry Finish, a Class-D speaker amplifier from Tweak City Audio and last but not least some Matrix-2 speaker cables from Ultra Link to tie the system together. Read article

Tagged as: review, speaker

Auzentech X-Fi Bravura 7.1 Sneak Peak

Posted by: Steven ROBSCIX Wall on: 09/16/2009 02:00 PM [ 0 comment(s) ]
We have done it again and we have a world’s first exclusive look at upcoming Auzen X-Fi™ Bravura 7.1 PCI-E Audio Interface. Please understand this card is in the very early stages of development and the board design and final design are subject to change. Without further delays, let’s get to the good stuff shall we ? Read article

Tagged as: Auzentech, Bravura

Windy 6 FireWire audio interface review

Posted by: Steven ROBSCIX Wall on: 06/17/2009 02:00 PM [ 0 comment(s) ]
Today, we will be looking at a new product from Infrasonic, namely the Windy6 Firewire recording interface. We have this new interface in the Guru3D audio Lab and we are interested in running it through its paces and gauging what this new audio product has to offer the PC audio community. One last note this is a Guru3d Audio Lab exclusive as this interface is still unreleased in North America at press time. Read article

Tagged as: FireWire, interface, review

Auzentech X-fi Forte 7.1 Soundcard review | test

Posted by: Steven ROBSCIX Wall on: 03/24/2009 03:00 PM [ 0 comment(s) ]
Today in our audio lab we have the new Auzentech X-fi Forte 7.1 soundcard ready to be put through our considerable, majestic yet always fair tests. Let's see what Auzentech sent over shall we? Read article

Tagged as: Auzentech, Soundcard, review

ASUS Xonar Essence ST Sneak Preview | test

Posted by: Steven ROBSCIX Wall on: 03/08/2009 03:00 PM [ 0 comment(s) ]
The PC audio market has been churning out some great new high fidelity soundcards lately. A good example here is the recent release of the new Essence STX headphone card, which stirred up the audio community and caught the attention of people who usually look for external headphone amplifiers. Some of you may know there were rumors of ASUS expanding the Essence Line-up with possibly a PCI model. Guru3D has the prototype the engineering sample of the Essence ST in our audio lab today, and will bring you a sneak preview on it. Read article

Tagged as: Essence, Preview

ASUS Xonar Essence STX soundcard review

Posted by: Steven ROBSCIX Wall on: 02/12/2009 03:00 PM [ 0 comment(s) ]
The recent addition of the HDAV 1.3 and Essence STX have targeted two new markets for the ever moving Xonar sound machine landing impressive contributions to the high end HTPC audio and high end stereo/headphone markets. This review will encompass the new Xonar Essence STX and we will examine what this card has to offer new users who are interested in this product. This new card has been highlighted as the pinnacle of the Xonar soundcards at least as far as 2.0 and headphone audio are concerned. Read article

Tagged as: Essence, review, soundcard

Hercules XPS 2.1 50 Speaker Kit review

Posted by: Steven ROBSCIX Wall on: 01/29/2009 03:00 PM [ 0 comment(s) ]
Today we will be looking at a new speaker system available from Hercules, in the lab we have the Hercules XPS 2.1 50. This system can be used with PC or Mac for MP3 players, CD Players, TV Set or a Game Console. Read article

Tagged as: Hercules, Speaker, review

Asus Xonar D2X Sound Card review

Posted by: Brann Mitchell on: 06/30/2008 02:00 PM [ 0 comment(s) ]
The Asus Xonar D2X is a high-end sound card without equal for your enthusiast-level PC. Behold its over-the-top looks, marvel at its no-holds-barred features, and be captivated by the sound it makes. The D2X isn't for everyone, it's expensive, it's a showboat, and it wants power. But, it is without equal. You may find better, but certainly not an equal. Read article

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CyberSnipa Sonar 5.1 Pro Surround Sound Headset

Posted by: Brann Mitchell on: 05/18/2008 02:00 PM [ 0 comment(s) ]
CyberSnipa has its crosshairs on surround sound gaming headsets, but do they hit the mark? Yes and no is the definite answer. The Sonar 5.1 Pro Surround Sound Headset offers a decent all-in-one headset with 8 speakers, plush velvety comfort, and a USB connection. But it only offers mediocre sound quality. Read article

Tagged as: CyberSnipa, Headset, Surround

Sound Blaster X-Fi Xtreme Audio PCIe

Posted by: Brann Mitchell on: 03/03/2008 03:00 PM [ 0 comment(s) ]
Bordering on false advertisement, Creative's latest X-Fi isn't an X-Fi at all, it's a new rev of the Audigy series using the X-Fi drivers and gliding on the PCI Express bus. The EAX gaming enhancements are gone, however, in favor of the more usable Crystallizer and CMSS3D functions. The X-Audio does provide a good value with decent performance, stability, and last but not least, is does sound good. Read article

Tagged as: Blaster, Xtreme

Turtle Beach Earforce HPA2 Surround Sound Headphones

Posted by: Brann Mitchell on: 10/25/2007 02:00 PM [ 0 comment(s) ]
Turtle Beach unleashes the Earforce HPA2 Surround Sound Headphones to gamers with lousy neighbors and a headphone fetish. With 5.1 surround, an independent amp, a microphone, quality construction, and decent comfort all combine to make an exceptionally complete package. A decidedly high-end product, the HPA2 are not cheap, but they do deliver. The only downside is that you still might have lousy neighbors. Read article

Tagged as: Earforce, Headphones, Surround, Turtle

Auzentech X-Fi Prelude 7.1 review

Posted by: Brann Mitchell on: 09/13/2007 02:00 PM [ 0 comment(s) ]
A wunderkind with family troubles, Auzentech's X-Fi Prelude combines Creative's X-Fi with high-quality components to create an uber sound card that not only sounds good, it also plays good. But, the X-Fi Prelude also shares the X-Fi's drivers, which loosely translates into trouble. Read article

Tagged as: Auzentech, Prelude, review

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