Sound Card
pcA sound card is an internal hardware component that facilitates audio input and output processing in a computer system.
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Sound cards enable computers to produce audio that can be played back through speakers or headphones and allow audio input from devices such as microphones. They are crucial for audio playback and editing applications, providing essential features such as analog-to-digital conversion, digital-to-analog conversion, and various audio processing functions. Sound cards may be integrated into the motherboard or installed as a separate expansion card.
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The Creative Sound Blaster Audigy FX sound card includes a 5.1 channel output with a Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR) of 106 dB.
Commonly used in desktop gaming PCs to provide enhanced audio features above those integrated into standard motherboards.
ASUS Xonar AE sound card offers 7.1 channel surround sound with 192 kHz/24-bit audio support.
Frequently utilized in home theater PC systems to achieve high-quality sound delivery compatible with advanced media applications.