Creative Sound Blaster GC7 External USB DAC and Amplifier, 7.1-channel, 24-bit/192 kHz, Black

The Creative Sound Blaster GC7 is an external USB DAC and amplifier that acts as a sound card for computers and gaming consoles. It converts digital signals to analogue audio at a resolution of 24-bit/192 kHz. It features a line-out signal-to-noise ratio of 125 dB and a total harmonic distortion of 0.0005%. The unit supports 7.1 audio channels for positional sound. As an external device, it is a practical choice for setups that lack available internal expansion slots.

The device connects via a USB-C 3.0 interface to ensure compatibility with modern hardware. It uses an AKM4377 DAC chip for signal conversion. Integrated hardware controls allow for direct adjustment of volume and game/chat mixing without the need for software. The sound card is compatible with Windows 10 and 11, macOS 10.15 or later, and Nintendo Switch. It features dedicated 3.5 mm ports for microphone input and headphone output, supporting headphone impedances between 32 and 300 Ω. The package includes a USB cable, an optical S/PDIF cable, and a 3.5 mm audio lead.

• Super X-Fi Headphone Holography — uses a dedicated DSP to recreate the soundstage of a multi-speaker system via headphones.
• Dolby Digital decoding — processes multi-channel cinematic audio through the optical input.
• 114 dB line-in SNR — provides high-resolution capture for recording or streaming analogue audio sources.
• Bluetooth Low Energy connectivity — allows for remote control and setting adjustments via a mobile application.
• Customizable RGB LED indicators — provide visual status for active buttons and programmable functions.
• Dual S/PDIF optical ports — provide dedicated digital input and output for integration with external decoders and consoles.