Creative Technology Sound Blaster Live MP3 + 5.1
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- Output Mode: Stereo / Fourpoint
- Card Interface: PCI
- Bit Depth: 16-bit
- Form Factor: Plug-In Card
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Audiophiles will definitely find this a treat.
Pros
Software bundle, 5-speaker support, great audio output and Dolby Digital.
Cons
None in particular.
Recommended it?
Yes
The Bottom Line:
If you';re considering to invest in a 5.1 speaker system, you may want to invest the Sound Blaster Live! MP3+ 5.1, it';s worth it.
For many of us, a sound card for a computer is essential to enjoy the wide variety of multimedia that is available for the PC. But what if your sound card was ineffective once you?ve started to enjoy MP3 music, most often people start looking for a replacement sound card. But many don?t have much time to shop around and looking for the best sound card by just having a look at the contents or get a suggestion from the salesperson. But with the member advice from epinions.com, they can at least help a bit, particularly when you wanted to have a soundcard that specializes in MP3 audio and DVD movies. With the Sound Blaster MP3+ 5.1 audio card, it can blow your entertainment experience away, particularly for audiophiles and videophiles.
Hardware
The sound card is feature rich with support for a 5th satellite or digital speaker systems; you talk about your ultimate MP3 jukebox. This is possible, because of the 5th port on the back of the sound card that gives these capabilities. As with any new sound card, this also features PCI interface, to be plugged into your motherboard?s PCI slot (white slots). Installing the card is a very easy procedure, just follow the easy to follow manual carefully and I?ll guarantee you that there will never be a fault in your procedure. However, the installation procedure is very easy to follow. Open your computer case after the power supply is turned off and unplugged. Then gently plug the sound card into the PCI slot, ports facing out with 2 hands. Once the card is secured into the slot, the fastening screw for the card should tighten completely. Then plug the audio cables from the optical drive(s) into the audio input plug(s). Once the card is installed, install the software and drivers for the audio card.
Software Bundle and Experience
The software bundle is generous with Creative PlayCenter 2, a dedicated MP3 jukebox title. It allows users to play MP3 and/or WMA audio along with the CD audio. The Surround Mixer allows users to configure your speaker system and super environment presets, kind of like a Digital Signal Processor. The Lava! 2.5 also allow MP3s to be integrated into the videos, having a 3D effect. If that?s not enough, Creative also included the MediaRing Talk for communications, like making a phone call from your computer. It goes on for the specialty software. But they include Karaoke, audio mixer and the voice recorder.
For those who want to know the experience of the audio card, it makes any speaker system great, as long as it has a subwoofer. But to get the most out of the sound card, it?s recommended to at least invest in a 4.1 or 5.1 (optional digital) speaker system. For those who are truly into MP3s, this audio truly gives off vigorous bass and undistorted trebles. It?s even better for DVD movies too, because bass is important to the effects of explosions, particularly with Star Wars and Independence Day titles. With the Digital Signal Processor built in, it makes MP3 audio and DVD movies more lifelike than many other sound cards, particularly for those lower than the Sound Blaster Live! Because of the extra port for digital and/or surround audio, it makes the sound card even more versatile.
Final Words
In conclusion, I would recommend the speaker system for those who are planning to use their computer as a digital audio jukebox and/or as a computer home theatre. Especially for those who are considering to invest in one of those 5.1 speaker systems (5 speakers & a subwoofer, it?s crucial to purchase a 5.1 audio card. Best of all, at only about $65 it?s a very versatile sound card for the money.
Hardware
The sound card is feature rich with support for a 5th satellite or digital speaker systems; you talk about your ultimate MP3 jukebox. This is possible, because of the 5th port on the back of the sound card that gives these capabilities. As with any new sound card, this also features PCI interface, to be plugged into your motherboard?s PCI slot (white slots). Installing the card is a very easy procedure, just follow the easy to follow manual carefully and I?ll guarantee you that there will never be a fault in your procedure. However, the installation procedure is very easy to follow. Open your computer case after the power supply is turned off and unplugged. Then gently plug the sound card into the PCI slot, ports facing out with 2 hands. Once the card is secured into the slot, the fastening screw for the card should tighten completely. Then plug the audio cables from the optical drive(s) into the audio input plug(s). Once the card is installed, install the software and drivers for the audio card.
Software Bundle and Experience
The software bundle is generous with Creative PlayCenter 2, a dedicated MP3 jukebox title. It allows users to play MP3 and/or WMA audio along with the CD audio. The Surround Mixer allows users to configure your speaker system and super environment presets, kind of like a Digital Signal Processor. The Lava! 2.5 also allow MP3s to be integrated into the videos, having a 3D effect. If that?s not enough, Creative also included the MediaRing Talk for communications, like making a phone call from your computer. It goes on for the specialty software. But they include Karaoke, audio mixer and the voice recorder.
For those who want to know the experience of the audio card, it makes any speaker system great, as long as it has a subwoofer. But to get the most out of the sound card, it?s recommended to at least invest in a 4.1 or 5.1 (optional digital) speaker system. For those who are truly into MP3s, this audio truly gives off vigorous bass and undistorted trebles. It?s even better for DVD movies too, because bass is important to the effects of explosions, particularly with Star Wars and Independence Day titles. With the Digital Signal Processor built in, it makes MP3 audio and DVD movies more lifelike than many other sound cards, particularly for those lower than the Sound Blaster Live! Because of the extra port for digital and/or surround audio, it makes the sound card even more versatile.
Final Words
In conclusion, I would recommend the speaker system for those who are planning to use their computer as a digital audio jukebox and/or as a computer home theatre. Especially for those who are considering to invest in one of those 5.1 speaker systems (5 speakers & a subwoofer, it?s crucial to purchase a 5.1 audio card. Best of all, at only about $65 it?s a very versatile sound card for the money.
