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PCIE Sound Card, Professional HiFi Audio with Dual DACs ES9018K2M and Headphone Drivers Optical Coaxial Output for Music Production Gaming Studio
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FOSA PCIE Sound Card

Bottom line: The FOSA PCIE 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

  • ✓ Backed by FOSA's warranty and support channels

Cons

  • ✗ Confirm socket / form-factor / power-rating compatibility against your build before ordering
  • ✗ Price, stock, shipping and returns are set by the retailer and may have changed since this page was last updated

Manufacturer description

Item Type: PCIE Sound CardMain Controller: Support for CM108AHBus Type: PCI Express Rev 2.0Audio Channels: HiFi SoundInterface: PH OUT, HiFi OUT, optical output, COA OUT, REAR: Surround Sound Output, C/SUB: Center/Subwoofer Output, SIDE: Side Surround Sound OutputSampling Rate: 44.1khz/48 khz/96 khz, 16 bit/24 bitSignal to Noise Ratio: 100dbMaterial: PCBHow to Use:Plug and playPackageList:1 x Sound Card1 x Short Bracket

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SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored FOSA PCIE Sound Card using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the sound cards category. FOSA'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

  • [PROFESSIONAL SOUND QUALITY] Equipped with dual DACs (ES9018K2M) and high-performance headphone drivers, this PCIe sound card delivers studio-grade audio clarity with a 127dB dynamic range and -120dB THD+N for distortion-free listening. Ideal for audiophiles and music producers.
  • [MULTI-FORMAT SUPPORT] Supports 44.1kHz/48kHz/96kHz sampling rates at 16-bit/24-bit resolution, compatible with lossless audio formats. Perfect for gaming, streaming, and professional audio editing with latency.
  • [BROAD COMPATIBILITY] Plug-and-play with OS X, , and systems (no drivers needed). Features optical/coaxial outputs and 5.1 surround sound support for home theaters or gaming setups.
  • [TECHNOLOGY] Advanced ES9018K2M DAC with time-domain jitter elimination ensures pristine signal accuracy. 100dB SNR minimizes noise for critical listening environments.
  • [PREMIUM CONNECTIVITY] Includes PH OUT, HiFi OUT, optical/coaxial outputs, and 5.1 channel ports (C/SUB, REAR, SIDE) for versatile studio or home audio configurations. PCB construction ensures durability.

Full Specifications

BrandFOSA
PlatformNot Machine Specific
Model Namefosa9kq0bhel1s
Model Numberfosa9kq0bhel1s
Built-In Mediano
Number of Items1
Audio Output ModeSurround
Hardware PlatformPC
Compatible DevicesLaptop
Hardware InterfaceUSB
Maximum Sample Rate96 KHz
Warranty Descriptionmanufacturer warranty for 90 day
Hardware ConnectivityUSB
Surround Sound Channel ConfigurationPH OUT, HiFi OUT, optical output, COA OUT, Surround Sound Output, C/SUB, SIDE
Full listing titlePCIE Sound Card, Professional HiFi Audio with Dual DACs ES9018K2M and Headphone Drivers Optical Coaxial Output for Music Production Gaming Studio

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