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Details

BrandCreative
Hardware InterfacePCI Express x1
Audio Output ModeSurround
Hardware PlatformHeadphones, Speakers
Surround Sound Channel Configuration7.1

Description of 🎮 Experience Next-Level Gaming Audio with Creative Sound Blaster Z SE Internal PCI-e Sound Card and DAC

The Ultimate Gaming Sound Card and DAC: Creative Sound Blaster Z SE

Experience unparalleled audio quality and immerse yourself in a world of pristine audio clarity with the Creative Sound Blaster Z SE Internal PCI-e Gaming Sound Card and DAC. This state-of-the-art sound card is designed to enhance your gaming and entertainment experiences, delivering impressive audio performance for all your needs. With its exceptional specifications and innovative features, the Sound Blaster Z SE takes your audio to the next level.

Unmatched Audio Clarity and Performance

Featuring an astounding Signal-to-Noise Rati...

Reviews

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Revainrating 4 out of 5

I recommend to buy, the product is of high quality.

I took it at a discount for 5800, it seems, for this price, in principle, a working device (although I would like it to be cheaper again). The motherboard embedding died due to my stupidity, so at first I sat on an external combo sound system from Ugreen with three outputs (micro, 3 pin only for ears and a combined 4 pin for headsets) and a twist on the case (I will attach a photo, I don’t advise taking it, to the company and I feel very good about 90% of products, but this one is clearly not…

Pros
  • - One of the best when buying RF cards in such a budget ( - Functional software and driver issues fixed (compared to older version) -There are all the outputs you need for any audio device -Horse gain margin up to 600ohm (not fake) -Full size card with full size base and connected directly to the system -Lost useless whistles compared to the older version -There are enough knobs for the microphone and there is a fun built-in function with emulation of another voice through filters (sometimes you need it)
Cons
  • - A little expensive for an outdated frankly base (in fact, this is an ordinary Z-ka of the 13th year with some modifications based on the software and depriving the microphone card from the kit (which, in principle, is a plus because it is not needed)) the card should cost a maximum of 5k for such base, but unfortunately the brand plays here, and audio cards in the 2022 are based only on branded manufacturers ala asus, etc. - There are 24 bits and 192 kHz, and of course this is good, and in principle it is already necessary to have a card for such a price, but there are no other supports, even native ones in the form of DSD, and even 192 kHz with a catch, a 192 kHz card only works with output to acoustics (when outputting to acoustics, Direct Mode is also available (a mode that cuts out all enhancements and sends sound directly from the card to an audio device without a system mixer, a kind of analogue of the USB direct access function on android players so that the sound is immediately output to the DAC bypassing the mixers (external audio path because there is almost no jack anywhere) but again, all this beauty works only for acoustics. Direct Mode does not work for headphone output and for headphones the sound works only in 24 bit / 96 kHz mode, keep in mind) - The card only works halfway when connecting speakers or headphones through the front of the case. it is not the main path that works, but the additional one just for the transmission, it is worse - The card does not come with any adapters for either large jacks or combo connectors for connecting 5.1 acoustics, and the packaging itself is like from Chinese audio devices for smart phones (DAC) for 2k, you just want to have at least everything in the kit and presentable packaging, if so you sell the ancient base as a new product at a normal price

Revainrating 5 out of 5

A great option for this money, I definitely recommend it!

An excellent card both in appearance and, most importantly, in sound. The card is very pleasant to hold in hands, twirl, well painted, you can feel the weight of the card. As for the sound, then . I was 100% satisfied. Great for gaming and most importantly (for me) for listening to music. I have assembled not a bad audio system: amplifier JVC AX 511, acoustics (speakers) Acoustic Reference SM 1000. For several days I have been enjoying the excellent quality of MUSIC, and not just sound…

Pros
  • 1. Sound 2. Connectors 3. Appearance 4. Quality of materials

Revainrating 5 out of 5

The best thing for the money, Im glad I chose this option.

About 6 months I used the Beyerdynamic MMX300 headphone for the built-in sound. Asus ROG Maximus X card, and could not even imagine that the difference in sound quality would be so noticeable. In general, all the sounds played completely differently) I was also pleased with the software, after the eternal problems with Asus, this is really a joy. If someone is in a similar situation, then do not hesitate - it's definitely worth switching to this device.

Pros
  • Sound quality Easy Settings Material quality
Cons
  • Not found

Revainrating 5 out of 5

I was surprised by the quality for the price.

I compare it with a good built-in sound system in the asus tuf gaming b450-pro motherboard. The purchase exceeded all expectations, I don’t have a headset, I use the old microlab solo-2 speakers, I play single games (on the sfx game mode) - the sound has become noticeably more powerful, deeper and perfectly positioned. I think to get now 5.1 acoustics or take modern stereos. : to celebrate, I got 5.1 acoustics Logitech g906. Our zvukovuha and this acoustics are made for each other, connected…

Pros
  • I took it, and not the previous version because of the infernal red lamp. Killer software Sound Blaster Command, be sure to calibrate to your liking (speaker placement), it's easy, everything is clear and in 2022. Software using the "night", "cinema" or "game" modes allows you to postpone the purchase of 5.1 acoustics. You can enhance the dialogue and equalize the volume to stereo when watching movies with 5.1 tracks! There are profiles for many games (Dota 2, battlefield 1, cs go, etc.) Scout mode for improved audibility of footsteps, there is amplification in the dialogues Separate amplified headphone output Optical input and output! Zvukovuha was packed in strong cardboard and sealed film
Cons
  • Keep in mind, a card the size of a small video card, on my mother's asus b 450 pro tuf, hardly climbed into the lowest slot and rested against the wires. It went in tight, on the verge of a crunch in the motherboard, it pressed in and with difficulty screwed it to the case. The radiator from the m2 ssd interferes with the neighboring optimal pci-e slot. This is her only minus, but in fact - it's in my system. The tight wire in the photo is the rear cooler of the system unit.

Revainrating 5 out of 5

I didnt expect the quality to be so high.

The problem with the installation of Sound Blaster Command occurred only the first time (noise in the headphones). After removing the device and drivers from the Win 10 64 pro Device Manager and reinstalling, I forgot about this problem. Some pros: Sound quality, convenience and quality Sound Blaster Command. The software is on top, I remember creative sound blaster audigy 2 and alternative drivers from Daniel_K. Now everything is easier and better. Got cons: There are no notes for the map. The

Revainrating 4 out of 5

I'm completely satisfied with the product, it works.

In principle, I am satisfied with the card, the price tag is only horse, I originally wanted Asus Strix Soar, but many people wrote that they die quickly.

Pros
  • Good sound in games, excellent positioning, the sound is voluminous, dense. Great for movies. The music also sparkled with new colors, but there is a feeling that something is missing, but this is taste.
Cons
  • We are being deceived, in general, there is no 192 kHz as such, in headphones the maximum speed is 24 bit / 96 kHz, in the same way in speakers, 192 kHz appear in direct mode, when it is activated, all enhancers are turned off. If the TSW profile is turned off, the sound becomes normal, loud only. Well, the icing on the cake: no EAX support, well, or my hands are crooked. Oh yes, in order to play toys with surround sound, you need to use the Alchemy program. By the way, if you run Everest through Alchemy, we will see the following picture, which will be on the second photo, I don’t know how.

Revainrating 5 out of 5

It's the best purchase I ever made, I will definitely do it again.

1 . The sound of this map is accurate and detailed , with a slight slant towards darkness . Dark color is when low-frequency timbres predominate. Not every speaker will fit this card, and it's not about the price. With a DC hi-fi kit (pioneer vsx320+ kit from pioneer es3tb) this card sang badly, disgustingly, and unpleasantly. The card gives out all the details and a very even sound, if it feels that somewhere the frequency response is not even, the sound deteriorates. In the DC set described…

Pros
  • Sound, software, reliability. The CS4398 DAC is the best DAC and its implementation on this card is the best I've heard. And I also heard expensive marans on this tac.
Cons
  • Influence of the power supply circuits of the motherboard and video card on the sound.

Revainrating 3 out of 5

The quality was generally satisfied, there were minor shortcomings.

This is tin. A week of dancing, at my almost 50 years old, I'm too old for this . ! In the zero there was 5.1 sb life, then switched to asus. Why ? In 5.1, channels were unfastened and confused. So, in twenty years, nothing has changed! The same glitches and channel changes in games (on jacks 5.1 active acoustics. ) Terrible firewood, Sound blaster does not see commands, or rather refuses to tune their ears -X H6. Yes, for some reason they released another sound blaster connect2 panel ( more…

Pros
  • The sound is not bad both in games and in music, but!
Cons
  • Driver aaa! P. O. !

Revainrating 5 out of 5

I really like the product, it fully meets my expectations.

My only soundtrack. I have been using it for 5+ years, during this time I have tried several players and compact DACs up to 20k and they all play much worse. I recently bought new headphones and the sound is generally space. It is clear that it is not correct to compare a healthy PCle with a portable one, but I still hoped to find something similar within a reasonable amount

Pros
  • I'm not a true audiophile, but for me this card is the standard of sound. There were no problems with software and firewood either.
Cons
  • You feel a huge difference in quality when you listen to music from a smartphone or an inexpensive player

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Great product, a pleasure to use.

I use with old Edfier R401 speakers. They are not bad with the built-in, but now they have become even better. I want to listen to music all the time. Even in every old hackneyed song I find a new sound for myself. I really regret that I didn't discover the world of discrete sound cards much earlier. I spent many years on the built-in ALC888, everything seemed to suit me, until I bought a new HP M01-f10 computer. And then it just started bleeding from my ears. Creative fixed the situation. I am

Pros
  • I have lived in my apartment for 12 years. For the first time in so many years, the neighbors came to complain about the loud music. This is the best value for the product. The difference with built-in audio is obvious. Even a blind-deaf-mute disabled person will notice this. The sound got louder. Bass is more interesting. You can go deaf with headphones.
Cons
  • The Sound Command Blaster does not work properly without the app. You must install it, enable Direct Mode in it and forget it. All whistles and fakes from the application only spoil the sound. With the installation of the application had to tinker. Be sure to ate to the latest version in the settings, then everything works fine.

Revainrating 5 out of 5

I am delighted, the product is really worthy.

Pros: All buzz works, with the card it definitely became louder and more voluminous, in comparison with the built-in)) There is an application, there are sound profiles for different tasks, an equalizer and a bunch of other settings, I didn’t really understand it. Has cons: I don’t remember exactly, I’m writing a review in a few weeks, but there were some dances with a tambourine during installation. Either firewood was not installed, then Windows did not see the card. It seems to be after I go

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Beyond praise! The product definitely deserves your attention.

Sound detail is great! You hear much clearer, more detailed, deeper, and definitely better than with the built-in card. The sound from the microphone is clear, without a background (from the built-in) the firewood stood up without dancing with a tambourine. I liked the number of settings in the application, but I will add that there is no parametric equalizer here, you will have to use ARC to correct the frequency response. Definitely worth your money (6.6k).

Pros
  • Sound, design, firewood,
Cons
  • Have not found

Revainrating 4 out of 5

Good product, not disappointed.

I saw comments that there are problems with the software. I thought that I would also have to tinker, but no. Fixed wheezing and hissing, but this is something else. The price, not to say that it is high for such a sound boost, but they themselves (the developers) could fix the only problem. With its pros: The full sound potential is revealed. The software is excellent. Saved settings profiles for every game, music, surf, movie, etc. Scout for a more accurate definition of the enemy by sound…

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Just super, the product is made wonderfully, very satisfied.

Preset for Audio-Technica ATH-M50x You may need to adjust the equalizer for your ears. Try it, you won't regret it. SBX profile 60 79 3 69 12 Equalizer -3 5.6 7.5 4 -1 -5.5 -1.5 4 0 7.3 11.3 Playback Headphones audio-technica ATH-M50 Audio quality 24 bit, 96 kHz Very rich powerful sound, with deep sound all around, and bright stereo effect, suitable for any music and movie, pulling them out in volume. Brings everything to a single sound picture. Words can't explain, just listen and enjoy!

Pros
  • All
Cons
  • No

Revainrating 5 out of 5

The quality exceeds all expectations, I recommend to buy.

For those who want to adjust the sound normally: remove absolutely all sound drivers, google how to do it, and only then install sound blaster software (I downloaded command) It is not clear why clownfish is built into the software A micro with a narrowly focused sound reception is attached to the sound, I turned everything 100% with amplification, applied an additional amplification program. for some reason, a quiet sound gives out . with amplification of the sound, noises are given in…

Pros
  • Shines like hell I got everything I wanted, 192kHz max. the sound does not crackle, does not fart, etc., the bass holds well, the accompanying software is excellent. The sound is so loud that I got flashbacks from Vietnam.

Revainrating 3 out of 5

The quality is fine, it's fine to use.

Bought because of the digital SPDIF input. I write music, the input is needed to connect an external KORG synthesizer. It turned out that the card comes with a completely crooked software called SoundBlaster Command. When connected to the input, I found a very large sound delay. When you turn off the effects processing in the control panel, the delay becomes less, but does not go away. It still remains very large, about 100ms, which is completely unacceptable for musicians. Changing the…

Pros
  • Sound quality is good, SPDIF input (which turned out to be a sham)
Cons
  • Curve audio software with non-switchable processing processor.

Revainrating 5 out of 5

One of the best deals, glad I bought this.

For a long time I could not decide what to take - built-in or external sound card. And now I understand that I made the right decision - you don’t need to place anything extra, everything is in the system unit case, this is a plus. I also wanted to connect speakers via optics, and there are not so many external cards with optics on the market, as it turned out. I connected it to the SVEN MC-30 speakers with an optical cable, in such a bundle the sound is excellent, there are simply no words…

Pros
  • Cool card, fell in love with this sound, compared to the built-in heaven and earth on the motherboard (compared the sound of the built-in ASUS B450 TUF-GAMING Pro) Definitely worth its 7k
Cons
  • The sound went right away, but the control program from their site, where all the settings did not immediately get up, had to be removed, removed all drivers from Windows and rolled everything over again. Apparently there was some sort of conflict. Took half an hour, but it was worth it, that's for sure.

Revainrating 3 out of 5

The quality was generally satisfied, there were minor shortcomings.

I bought it together with the CREATIVE GigaWorks T20 series II speakers in the hope of somehow unlocking the potential of this card in games or movies for PC. Listen to music only on DTS, you will be pleasantly surprised in an office or room no larger than 10 sq. M. Pros: Excellent DTS Connect sound in Scout mode, acceptable game EQ mode, Front Panel Header connection. Cute card, tactile sense of quality, not plastic. The excellent sound of the headphones both through the front panel and…