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Creative High Resolution Sound Blaster Audigy Rx PCI-e SB-AGY-RX Sound Card

Name: Creative High Resolution Sound Blaster Audigy Rx PCI-e SB-AGY-RX Sound Card
Brand: Creative
SKU: B00EZCAOH8

Bottom line: The Creative High Resolution Sound Blaster Audigy Rx PCI-e SB-AGY-RX: 24-bit/192kHz stereo playback with a rated 106dB signal-to-noise ratio; main trade-off: official OS list stops at Windows 8; check Creative for newer drivers.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

✓ 24-bit/192kHz stereo playback with a rated 106dB signal-to-noise ratio
✓ Headphone output drives high-impedance headphones up to 600 ohms
✓ Two mic inputs with reverb and pitch-shift voice effects
✓ Optical output passes Dolby Digital and DTS through to an AV receiver
✓ 7.1-channel analog output at 24-bit/96kHz plus stereo mix for streaming

Cons

✗ Official OS list stops at Windows 8; check Creative for newer drivers
✗ No DOS or legacy Sound Blaster compatibility listed for retro builds
✗ Optical output tops out at 96kHz; no coaxial digital out listed
✗ 7.1 analog mode drops to 96kHz from the 192kHz stereo ceiling

Manufacturer description

The Creative Sound Blaster Audigy Rx (model SB-AGY-RX) is a PCI Express sound card for PCs that need cleaner analog audio and more connections than onboard chips offer. Stereo playback runs at up to 24-bit/192kHz with a rated 106dB signal-to-noise ratio. In 7.1-channel analog mode it runs at 24-bit/96kHz. Creative lists two mic inputs. You can add reverb and pitch-shift effects to your voice. The playback redirect (stereo mix) feature sends system audio into streams, online karaoke or voice chat. The headphone output drives loads up to 600 ohms, so it can power high-impedance studio…

SpecPicks Verdict

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the maximum audio resolution of the Sound Blaster Audigy Rx?

Analog stereo output goes up to 24-bit/192kHz. 7.1-channel analog output runs at 24-bit/96kHz. Analog line input and mic input both record at 24-bit/96kHz.

Can the Audigy Rx power high-impedance headphones?

Yes. Creative rates the headphone output for headphones up to 600 ohms, which covers most high-impedance studio and audiophile models.

Will the Audigy Rx send Dolby Digital or DTS to my receiver?

Yes. The square optical (TOSLINK) output passes Dolby Digital and DTS bitstreams through, and it carries 24-bit PCM at 44.1, 48 or 96kHz.

Does the Audigy Rx work in Windows 10 or Windows 11?

Creative officially lists Windows 8, 7, Vista and XP for this card. For newer versions of Windows, check Creative's support site for current drivers before you buy.

Is the Audigy Rx good for streaming and voice chat?

Creative lists two mic inputs with reverb and pitch-shift effects. The playback redirect (stereo mix) feature lets you mix system audio into internet streams, online karaoke or voice chat.

Key Features

Equipped with 2 mic input terminals, you can fully control a wide range of mic effects, such as reverb and pitch shift
■ Accessories: Quick Start Guide, Installation CD (Windows Driver, Creative Software Suite, User Guide)
Headphone output supports up to 600 ohm impedance so you can enjoy high quality sound for private listening
Analog Output: 24bit/192kHz/Stereo or 24bit/96kHz/7.1ch
Analog input: 24bit/96kHz/stereo microphone input: 24bit/96kHz
Digital output: Optical (square) 1 series 24bit/44.1/48/96kHz

Full Specifications

Brand	Creative
Platform	Windows
Analog input	24bit/96kHz/stereo microphone input: 24bit/96kHz
Model Number	SB-AGY-RX
API Supported	EAX 1.0 /2.0 / EAX ADVANCED HD/4.0, Compatible OS : Microsoft Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP
Analog Output	24bit/192kHz/Stereo or 24bit/96kHz/7.1ch
Digital output	Optical (square) 1 series 24bit/44.1/48/96kHz
Input terminal	Line in (3.5 mm stereo mini), Mic input (3.5 mm mini)
Mfr Part Number	SB-AGY-RX
Output terminal	Line/Headphone output, Line output 2, Line output 3, Optical digital output (square)
■ Accessories	Quick Start Guide, Installation CD (Windows Driver, Creative Software Suite, User Guide)
Audio Output Mode	Digital
Hardware Platform	PC
Compatible Devices	ヘッドフォン
Hardware Interface	PCI Express x1
Maximum Sample Rate	192 KHz
Hardware Connectivity	PCI Express x1
Signal-to-Noise Ratio	106 dB
Global Trade Identification Number	04571225899244
Surround Sound Channel Configuration	7.1

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