- THX TruStudio Pro Surround with Dolby Digital Decoding.
- All the advantages of an internal sound card in an external USB device.
- Sound Blaster audio on the gaming platform of your choice.
- Equipped with the Tactic Link expansion slot allowing you to link directly to a Sound Blaster Tactic 3D Omega wireless headset.
- And future Sound Blaster products with the optional Tactic Link TX card , Programmable Recon3DProfile Audio Settings.
Product Description
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Powered by the revolutionary Sound Core3D multi-core Sound and
Voice processor, this breakthrough USB audio enhancer deliver
powerful gaming audio to your console or PC. With hardware
accelerated THX TruStudio Pro and Dolby Digital decoding it
transforms even basic stereo into exhilarating 3D surround audio
on your headset or speakers. The proprietary Scout Mode
transforms your hearing on the battlefield and lets you hear your
enemies before they hear you. Calibrate and save every aspect of
your audio settings directly to the Recon3D unit for use on any
platform with the exclusive Recon3DProfile system. The gaming
audio revolution is here. Be part of it.
From the Manufacturer
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The Creative Sound Blaster Recon3D Surround Sound Processor
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Hear your enemies before they hear you with Scout Mode.
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Powered by the revolutionary Sound Core3D multi-core Sound and
Voice processor, this breakthrough USB audio enhancer delivers
powerful gaming audio to your console or PC. With hardware
accelerated THX TruStudio Pro and Dolby Digital decoding, it
transforms even basic stereo into exhilarating 3D surround audio
on your headset or speakers. The proprietary Scout Mode
transforms your hearing on the battlefield and lets you hear your
enemies before they hear you. Calibrate and save every aspect of
your audio settings directly to the Recon3D unit for use on any
platform with the exclusive Recon3DProfile system. The gaming
audio revolution is here. Be part of it.
Powered by the revolutionary Sound Core3D multi-core audio
processor--The revolutionary Sound Core3D Audio and Voice chipset
allows for the first time ever the advantages of an internal
sound card in an external USB device. The Sound Core3D processors
power Digital Signal Processor (DSP) algorithms to drive
CrystalVoice processing, THX TruStudio Pro playback enhancement,
and an additional advanced audio toolbox of algorithms. Whatever
your gaming platform of choice is, Sound Blaster audio is ready
to be experienced.
Tactic Link
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The Recon3D is equipped with the Tactic Link expansion slot,
allowing you to link directly to a Sound Blaster Tactic3D Omega
Wireless headset and future Sound Blaster products with the
optional Tactic Link transmitter card (sold separately).
Scout Mode
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Hear your enemies before they hear you. This proprietary
technology allows you to hear your enemies from further away,
giving you a distinct advantage in combat. Think of it
as "Bionic Hearing" for the modern gamer.
CrystalVoice Voice Enhancement
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CrystalVoice voice enhancement and Clarity Technology is
specially designed to deliver the best vocal fidelity, allowing
you to express yourself and be heard crystal clear over VOIP and
during video conferencing. CrystalVoice technology is a tool that
every raid or squad leader wants to have at their disposal as
every command can spell the difference between success and
failure.
Finely tuned audio profiles give you the edge in every game
Easily adjust the volume of your voice input. View larger
Programmable Recon3DProfile Audio Setting
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The Sound Blaster Tactic3D Control Panel allows gamers to
customize every nuance of their audio experience simply by
connecting to the PC or Mac. THX TruStudio Pro, CrystalVoice,
Cinematic, Mixer and Equalizer options give freedom to gamers to
tweak their audio profiles in every way they can imagine.
The Recon3DProfile can be saved directly to the Recon3D unit and
can be used with any compatible platform. Designed with
portability in mind, gamers can now hear their games the way they
want to, anytime and anywhere.
THX TruStudio Software is included. View larger
THX TruStudio Pro Software Included
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The included THX TruStudio Pro software is specially designed to
bring the same great audio experience found in the live
performances, films, and studios - and now with
Recon3D, to the console gaming platform. THX TruStudio Pro
provides the latest groundbreaking technologies that are products
of years of collective experience and research by Creative and
THX, include Crystalizer, Dialog Plus, Smart Volume, and more.
Together, these technologies deliver the fullest audio experience
for music, movies and games, while remaining true to the source
and intention of the artists who created it.
THX TruStudio Pro Crystalizer
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THX TruStudio Pro Crystalizer enables game audio to be heard as
the developers originally intended. Subtle details which are
typically lost in the mix are now captured and enhanced, making a
scene or moment go from good to magical. The clang and ringing of
s on armor, or even the hum of a BFG fragging enemies, make
all the difference when creating amazing game audio. Crystalizer
ensures that every last detail will be heard.
THX TruStudio Pro Surround
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THX TruStudio Pro Surround goes beyond 5.1 or 7.1 audio and
provides a customizable level of audio immersion. The algorithm
adds depth and spatial information to standard stereo audio
streams, and really comes into its own when it is fed 5.1 or 7.1
audio from a game. When this occurs, the algorithm takes the
streams and stimulates hundreds of virtual speakers to create a
seamless and incredibly realistic surround experience, far
surpassing standard stereo headphones, headsets, or speakers.
THX TruStudio Pro Bass
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THX TruStudio Pro Bass fills in the missing low frequency tones
and gives the extra impact for a better entertainment experience.
Gamers no longer have to tolerate a lack of bass in speakers
built into PCs, 2.0 speakers, or headphones: THX
TruStudio Pro Bass technology dramatically improves the sound
experience.
THX TruStudio Pro Dialog Plus
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THX TruStudio Pro Dialog Plus enhances voices in games and movies
for drastically clearer dialog. the vocal range is "lifted" out
from the ambient and background soundtrack mix, allowing the
listeners to hear dialog much more clearly.
THX TruStudio Pro Smart Volume
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THX TruStudio Pro Smart Volume addresses the problem of abrupt
volume changes during playback, and between sources, by
continuously measuring volume and applying gain and attenuation
to compensate for variances. The result is a consistent volume
level despite source levels. This is particularly ideal when
using VOIP programs, where users have wildly varying volume
levels when communicating.
What's in the Box
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Sound Blaster Recon3D, Micro USB-to-USB cable (4.9ft),
installation CD, optical cable (3.3ft), 2.5mm stereo cable for
Xbox 360 controller (4.9ft), audio extension cable for console
(9.8ft), warranty.
System Requirements
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* Microsoft Windows 7 64-bit, Windows 7 32-bit, Windows Vista
64-bit(SP2), Windows Vista 32-bit(SP2), Mac OS X 10.5 and above
(Intel-based machines only)
* Intel Core 2 Duo or AMD equivalent processor, 2.2 GHz or faster
* Available USB port
* 1 GB RAM
* 600 MB of free hard disk space
* Available CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive