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PCI Sound Card 4.1 Channel Computer Desktop Built-in Sound Card Internal Audio Card Stereo Surround CMI8738

Name: PCI Sound Card 4.1 Channel Computer Desktop Built-in Sound Card Internal Audio Card Stereo Surround CMI8738
Brand: Nicfaky
SKU: B0BW87BPKK

Bottom line: The PCI Sound Card 4.1 Channel Computer Desktop Built-in Sound Card is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the sound cards category. Check the specification table below against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

✓ This sound card adopts /HT8738 chip

Cons

✗ Confirm socket / form-factor / power-rating compatibility against your build before ordering
✗ Used and vintage listings vary by seller and condition — check the listing photos, description and return terms before buying

Manufacturer description

Nicfaky Support Direct Music - SPDIF digital sound indicators:①24-bit stereo, 44KHz sound sampling recording and playback②120dB sound quality full duplex playback recording③Automatic detection of SPDIF /IN3D sound technologySupports 3D interface for D3D and AureatrSupport 2/4 speakers and DLSSupport wave table music synthesizerCompatible with sound cardsFull duplex playback and recordingSupport 98/ Windows2000/XP/NT signal (0.5V-5V)Colour:Photo ColorMaterial:ABSPackage Contents:1 x Sound Card1 x Optical DiscOnly the above package content, other products are not included.Note: Light and…

SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored PCI Sound Card 4.1 Channel Computer Desktop Built-in Sound Card… using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the sound cards category. Nicfaky's sound cards lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.

Common buyer scenarios for sound cards of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.

Key Features

This sound card adopts /HT8738 chip
The chip's signal-to-noise reaches 120dB, PCI plug and play bus interface - full duplex playback and recording - HRTF 3D spatial positioning sound effect, support DircetSound 3D and A3D interface
Supports 4-channel surround sound output, supports DLS sound library technology, supports A3D 1.0 and DS3D, and is compatible with DirectSound 3D and EAX . Supports 24-bit SPDIF, OUT and SPDIF IN at the same time, and also supports optical fiber input and output through cards
Wide range of platforms, support MSDOS, WINDOWS3X, 9X, NT, WIN2000, LINUX and other platforms - MPU-401 GAME/MIDI port and surround sound SB 16 support - Downloadable wavetable synthesizer

Full Specifications

Brand	Nicfaky
Platform	Linux, Windows 2000, Windows 98
Model Name	500279193
Unit Count	3.56 Ounce
Model Number	500279193
Compatibility	Linux
Mfr Part Number	500279193
Audio Output Mode	Digital
Compatible Devices	Personal Computer, Speaker
Maximum Sample Rate	44 KHz
Surround Sound Channel Configuration	4 1

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PCI Sound Card 4.1 Channel Computer Desktop Built-in Sound Card Internal Audio Card Stereo Surround CMI8738 is vintage hardware; the used and vintage market on eBay carries most of the live inventory. Prices and condition vary by seller and move in real time, so we link the live listing rather than quote a cached price. It also has an Amazon listing — check it for current price and availability. SpecPicks earns a small commission on qualifying purchases — thank you for supporting independent review work.

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