| Features |
Cross-Platform 3D Surround Sound Processor
Powered by the revolutionary Sound Core3D™ quad-core sound and voice
processor, this breakthrough USB audio enhancer delivers powerful gaming
audio to your Xbox 360®, Playstation® 3,
PC or Mac. With hardware-accelerated THX® TruStudio
Pro™ and Dolby® Digital
decoding it transforms even basic stereo sound into exhilarating 3D
surround audio on your headset or speakers. Hear your enemies before
they hear you with the proprietary Scout Mode™, which tunes your hearing
to your advantage on the battlefield. Calibrate and save every aspect of
your audio settings directly to the Recon3D unit for use on any platform
with the exclusive Recon3D Profile™ system. The gaming audio revolution
is here. Be part of it.
The revolutionary Sound Core3D™ Audio and Voice chipset allows
you, for the first time ever, to enjoy the benefits of an
internal sound card in an external USB device. Whatever your
gaming platform of choice is, you can now experience Sound
Blaster audio.
THX TruStudio Pro sound technologies create unprecedented levels
of audio realism that includes stunning surround effects,
producing virtual speakers around, above and below you on your
existing headset or headphones.
Transform any Dolby Digital 5.1 source into high fidelity
immersive surround sound for Xbox 360, Playstation 3, PC, or Mac
with the built-in hardware decoder.
Stylish, rugged and extremely portable with easy-to-access
controls: THX TruStudio Pro On/Off, Scout Mode On/Off, Master
volume control, Microphone boost (3 settings), Instant Mute, and
platform selection.
Four separate hardware-accelerated technologies ensure the best
possible voice communication:
CrystalVoice™ Noise Reduction - significantly reduces background
noise
CrystalVoice™ Smart Volume - normalizes your voice to make sure
your outbound voice isn't too overwhelming or too soft
CrystalVoice™ Acoustic Echo Cancellation - eliminates speaker
audio from your voice transmissions while using speakers
CrystalVoice™ FX - morphs your voice into different characters
and accents
This proprietary technology allows you to hear your enemies from
further away, giving you a distinct tactical advantage in
combat.
Experience the difference of REAL audio
expertise. The industry standard for audio quality on the PC is
now also available on the Xbox 360, Playstation 3 and Mac.
Customize audio and voice settings to your liking with THX
TruStudio Pro and CrystalVoice controls, plus settings for the
equalizer and mixer.
Easily port your gaming audio settings by connecting to your PC
or Mac and customizing your personal Recon3D Profile™ that can
be used with any platform.
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| Specifications |
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Feature |
Description |
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Playback: |
24-bit Digital-to-Analog
conversion (up to 48 kHz to stereo output) |
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Audio Inputs: |
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One 3.50 mm (1/8-inch) stereo jack for Microphone In
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One 3.50 mm (1/8-inch) stereo jack for Aux In
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Audio Output: |
One 3.50 mm
(1/8-inch) stereo jack for Analog Line Out or Headphones
Playback |
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Interface: |
USB |
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Requirements
Minimum 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)
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Intel® Core™ 2
Duo or AMD® equivalent
processor, 2.2GHz or faster
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Available USB port
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1GB RAM
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600MB of free hard disk space
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Available CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive
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| Contents |
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Sound Blaster Recon3D
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Micro USB-to-USB cable
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Installation CD
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Optical cable
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2.5mm stereo cable for Xbox 360 controller
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Audio extension cable for console
Software
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Sound Blaster Recon3D Control Panel
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THX TruStudio Pro effects
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THX® TruStudio
Pro Surround™
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THX® TruStudio
Pro Crystalizer™
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THX® TruStudio
Pro Bass™
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THX® TruStudio
Pro SVM™
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THX® TruStudio
Pro Dialog Plus™
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CrystalVoice effects
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CrystalVoice™ Noise Reduction
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CrystalVoice™ Smart Volume
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CrystalVoice™ Acoustic Echo Cancellation
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CrystalVoice™ FX
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EAX effects
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Advanced HD
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OpenAL
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Creative ALchemy
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| Reviews |
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Product of the Year
"It is hard to give anything but 5 here. The first external
soundcard with a quad-core processor for USB justifies maximum
points." |
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December 2011
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"What impressed me the most, however, was that - unlike with
some other setups I've used - there wasn't any white noise or
distortion of any kind the higher the volume went." |
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December 2011
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"... if your primary computer is a laptop, or if you frequently
game on a laptop, Recon3D is a great choice. The same goes for
PS3 or Xbox 360 gamers and those who play on both PCs and
consoles, because it's possible to create user profiles on the
device that work on both platforms." |
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November 2011
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" We've never heard games on the Xbox 360 or PS3 sound so good,
with a real feeling of immersion from the audio. While a 5.1
set-up is superior still, for those who take their Halo 3 or
Call of Duty with a side of headset, it makes a huge
difference." |
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October 2011
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