OVERVIEW
The Sound Blaster PLAY! 3 is a USB DAC and Amp that provides an instant audio upgrade from motherboard audio. It works with PC and Mac, and houses a powerful amplifier that will drive a whole range of headphones, from basic mobile phone earbuds to gaming and studio-grade headphones. The downloadable Sound Blaster Control Panel Software offers tremendous audio realism and immersive audio effects, and also comes with optimized profiles for selected earphone brands.
Studio-Grade Listening
The Sound Blaster PLAY! 3 drives a wide range of headphones — from mobile phone earbuds and gaming headsets all the way to more expensive studio-grade headphones. The downloadable Control Panel software also includes optimized profiles for selected earphone brands.
AUDIO RECORDING
Crisp Voice Communications and Recording
USB Connectivity greatly improves mic recording capabilities, giving you clean 24-bit 48kHZ quality for podcasts or in-game communications.
Simple, Fuss-Free, Plug-and-Play
Connecting the Sound Blaster PLAY! 3 to PC and Mac is incredibly easy. Simply connect it to a USB port and you're good to go. No drivers necessary1.
1 While drivers are not necessary for basic device installation and use, we strongly recommend downloading drivers to use with Sound Blaster Control Panel software, which delivers more powerful and advanced audio enhancements and controls.
Convenient Headphone Connectivity
The Sound Blaster PLAY! 3 lets you connect your headsets with single or split stereo/mic connectors easily, removing the need for a Y-splitter cable.
SBX Pro Studio
SBX Pro Studio increases and expands virtual surround spaciousness, allowing you to enjoy cinema-quality sound in the comfort of your home. Specially designed sound profiles improve the audio experience for all headsets.
SPECIFICATIONS
~93 dB
Connectivity Options (Main)
Mic In : 1 x 3.5 mm jack
4-pole Headphone-out with Mic:
1 x 3.5 mm jack
Headphone Amp
Headphone Amp
Recommended Usage
Gaming, Home Entertainment
Max Channel Output
Stereo
Audio Technologies
SBX Pro Studio
Supported Operating Systems
Windows® 7, Windows® 8, Windows® 8.1, Windows® 10, Mac OS X v10.9 and above
Audio Fidelity
Up to 24-bit / 96 kHz
Dimensions
138 x 22.0 x 9.4 mm (5.4" x 0.9" x 0.3")
Platform
USB 2.0, USB 3.0
For Windows® OS
For Mac® OS
WARRANTY
1-year Limited Hardware Warranty
