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  1. YuriDias

    Help with USB SoundCard please. :D

    Hello guys. Recently i've bought a sennheiser hd 598 and they told me that it could sound even more amazing with a good soundcard. Well, i've searching a soundcard for about 2 months and it's hard to decide. At this moment i'm using a desktop, and i'm definitely an audiophile. I like good sound...
  2. A

    12 years old Creative Labs Sound Blaster live , is it worth placing it in a new rig ?

    I have z97-P Asus MBO , do you think I will have better quality sound with/without surround sound with the sound card stated in the title ?
  3. C

    Static in One Speaker

    Hi, I have a pair of Creative Lab T15 Wireless speakers. I have been having a problem with static noise, mostly in the left speaker (which is the passive one, if that helps). The speakers can be connected using either bluetooth or 2.5 mm cables. When using a bluetooth connection, there is an...
  4. R

    How to connect my 5.1 creative speakers with mini plug to a Samsung led tv series 5

    My creative 5.1 speakers are having mini plugs How to connect it to tv Pls explain by step.by step
  5. revolultrablue

    Sampling rate for my Creative ZXR

    Should I have my ZXR sampling rate set to 96000 or 192000? Would those degrade quality because most audio isn't sampled at that rate? I have hd 598's if that matters.
  6. D

    Creative Sound Blaster Z series toslink/SPDIF not working

    Hello Ladies and Gentlemen Background: My Rig Processor: AMD FX8320 Motherboard: Asus M5 A99FX Pro R2.0 Ram: 32 Gig DDR3 Video Card: Radeon R9 200 Series (PCIe 2.0 x16 slot, blue color) Sound Card : Creative Blaster Z (PCIe x4 mode, black color) O/s: Win 8.1 I have hooked up this rig to my...
  7. revolultrablue

    Which soundcard for the hd598?

    Right now it's a toss up between the creative zxr and the asus stx.
  8. U

    Realtek Audio Manager and Sound Blaster Cinema 2 Troubleshooting (Solved)

    Hey, guys. I have an Audio-Technica AD700x, and I am wondering how I can my motherboard's (MSI Z97 Gaming 5) virtual 7.1 surround sound with my headphones. At first, I have accessed Sound Blaster Cinema 2. In the advanced settings, I changed my configuration to 7.1 Surround and tested the...
  9. D

    Buy choice: Creative Aurvana Live! or Gemini-HRS1000

    Hi everybody. Since I was looking , surfing and analyzing headphones I need mainly for high quality positioning (in CS:GO) I came down to these ones: 1)Creative Aurvana Live 2)Gemini-HRS1000 (I know it's substratum for HyperX but let it no be the option of choosing them instead of Creative)...
  10. A

    High Pitched Noise From Creative Speakers

    The moment i switch on my speaker, i hear high pitched noise from speakers even though it is not connected to pc or any other device. What could be the problem, can i solve it?
  11. T

    Help with bluetooth issue

    Hi guys, I own a 'Dell Inspiron 3000' and just bought 'Creative t3150w' speakers. When I allow my ipod to play music it works well, but with the Dell it does not work at all. How can I make the Dell work with the Creative wireless speakers? Thank you ---:)
  12. C

    Need to fry my laptop

    Hello collegues, I have a laptop that is over 4 years now, and im trying to convince my wife we need to replace it, but she is adamant that we would only replace it when said laptop is dead and the repair cost would not be justifiable. Hence i want to know creative ways to total the laptop in...
  13. A

    Headset Options, Please Help a Noob

    Hello, First post on TH, seems like a great place! I need some help deciding between some headsets. Since I have no idea what I am doing, I need some guidance. The headsets I can choose from are: ■ Creative Labs HS-800 Fatal1ty Over Ear Gaming Headset ■ Razer Carchariaas Gaming Headset ■...
  14. A

    Good PC Speakers?

    Hi Guys, My old creative 2.1 speaker set is looking a bit long in the tooth now, so I was looking to upgrade to something good in a 2.1 variety. My past experience was going to lead me to whatever the gigaworks 2.1 speakers were, but it seems they are just 2.0 now? I was wondering, as it...
  15. S

    good laptop for abobe creative suite and 3d max and maya.

    i have a budget £900 Live in the uk what do you think of this laptop http://www.currys.co.uk/gbuk/computing/laptops/laptops/lenovo-y50-15-6-gaming-laptop-black-10107245-pdt.html
  16. V

    connecting 5.1 creative speakers with laptop

    hi, i have 5.1 surround sound speakers that were connected to a PC, now i want to connect it to a laptop that has only port unlike the PC which had a soundcard installed for the three ports black white and red, any suggestions to what to do?
  17. P

    Subwoofer doesn't work on Desktop Applications?

    Hello everyone, I have been searching everywhere to solve this problem that I have with my subwoofer. It works perfectly on any browser based application (such as YouTube) as well as all of my games. However, if I try to listen to music on programs like Windows Media Player, iTunes, Spotify, or...
  18. sciamwow

    Free/Cheap Music Making Software?

    I'm sure this question has been asked time and time again, but... I have a creative mind, and I feel like messing around with music making software would be a fun way for me to let some creative juices flow. Does anyone know of any free or fairly cheap music making software that I could play...
  19. S

    Showing speakers not plugged in??

    hi. When ever i plug in my aux cable of my CREATIVE speakers to my pc's audio jacket, it shows speakers not plugged in. BUT digital audio(HDMI) plugged in but sound does not come.!! But when i remove the cable, it shows spekers are plugged in..Sometimes it works...sometimes it dont.. PLEASE...
  20. Y

    Help choosing a speaker and subwoofer.

    I have a discrete sound card, Creative ZxR - 24bit/192khz, and I was hoping to get the best of it by picking a good set of speakers, actually trying make a 2.1 or maybe even a 5.1 system later depending of which I go for. So the options I got here are: Pioneer sp-bs22(passive bookshelf...
  21. C

    Can I get 5.1 sound from my Lap top?

    I have a IBM Think pad with just 2 imputs for a speakers and a Creative 5.1 sound system for PC's that has 3 connectors for the PC. The sound card is a 'Real Tek' HD, it does not give me the option of using anything but analog/stereo but the sub-woofer works with the 2 speakers. Any suggestions.
  22. S

    Getting my 5.1 Speakers to work

    Hey all, I have a Creative SBS580 set of speakers which I want to connect to my PC. The motherboard I have is ASUS H81M-E. For some reason I can't get the speakers to work on my system. After some research over the internet, I understand that I would need some 5.1 external sound card for the...
  23. Zuhayr378

    What is crossover frequency (an audio noob here)

    Just as I mentioned above, what exactly is crossover frequency when it comes to audio. I'm messing around with my X-fi motherboard control panel and default is 80Hz. What happens when I put it up? Will I get an audio improvement? By Hz it kind sounds like it has to do with processing the sound...
  24. W

    Connect 5.1 soundcard to Pioneer HTP-073 Home Cinema Receiver.

    My soundcard (Creative SB X-FI) has always output 5.1 to my old Sony amp - I connected it via dedicated inputs on the Sony. I have recently bought a new Pioneer HTP-073 amp which has HDMI inputs for all devices and 1 HDMI output to the TV. I cannot connect the soundcard to the amp so that I...
  25. S

    5.1 Not working...Sort of

    Hi there. So I've bought myself an Audigy Fx PCIe card a while ago. Card works great, and the software is amazing. Only thing that I've only really started to notice...that the 5.1 doesn't entirely work. What I mean by that, is the in windows and the software itself, it can recognize the rear...
  26. A

    I need help picking out a computer

    I know nthing about computers and need to pick out a computer. i need to be able to run complete creative cloud on it and also game on it, just like wow or similar.
  27. A

    Need Help choosing gaming headset!

    Hey guys, I just lost my Roccat Kave XTD and now looking for a new replacement. My budget is a bit low unfortunately this time so my choice is quite limited. So my choices are; Razer Kraken Pro Creative Fatality Asus Cerberus Corsair Raptor GS30 Logitech G430 Steelseries Siberia V2 Creative...
  28. avidity

    Sennheiser HD 598 + Sound Card + Mod Mic?

    I have ordered the Sennheiser HD 598's and am wondering which sound card I should get. I was planning on getting the Asus Xonar Essence STX but then I noticed there was an STX II and am not sure how much I should invest in a sound card. Also, would there be compatibility issues with Windows 8.1...
  29. C

    Subwoofer and New Speakers

    I recently bought some Creative Gigawork T40 series speakers. I was wondering whether I could buy a separate subwoofer and connect it somehow. I am not the best with speakers so any help would be appreciated. Or does a subwoofer have to come with speakers?
  30. H

    wireless headset: astro a50 vs creative 3d omega

    hello, i want to buy a wireless headset primarily for gaming. I'd like a pretty good one. There's not many so i've mainly come down to astro a50 or the creative 3d omega but feel free to make other suggestions. what do you guys recommend? i am mainly concerned about sound quality, mic...
  31. lewisg743

    Best £200 HeadSET

    So I've went through a lot of headsets (ranging in prices) and my current ones are the Creative Sound Blaster 3D Recon Omega Wireless So anyways these things are pretty damn incredibly uncomfortable (worst I've had) so I'm looking for a new pair. Most reviews all splur out the same shit, A50's...
  32. C

    Adding tweeters to my 5.1

    Hi Guys, I've just got myself a very cheap but powerful enough 5.1 system for my htpc. It's the Creative T6300. From what I understand it's pretty good quality, but it doesn't look like the satellite speakers come with tweeters, so I was thinking about adding some myself, probably just some...
  33. M

    Bad Sound in my speakers

    So, I have two Creative A60 Speakers, and when I listen to music it sounds like they have been blown or something. I didnt have this problem after I changed my motherboard to a better one. I have tried different sources and inputs, but the problem seems to be inside the speakers or something...
  34. J

    Headset / Soundcard compatibility

    Hi, I need some reassurance here. I am buying a cheap Creative Sound Blaster Audigy 4 sound card. It's 7.1 channel. However I already own Razer Kraken Pro headsets which are 5.1 channel. Will my headsets work with this sound card or will I need to get a 5.1 channel card? I've tried to Google...
  35. T

    What are some good $15-$60 speakers for gaming?

    What are some good $15-$60 speakers. They could be from any brand. Corsair,Genius,Logitech,Creative.
  36. G

    I have a high end creative sound card. Last week for some reason when i use a media player i have no sub output. Ironiclly whe

    Sound blaster sound card sub issues I have a high end creative sound card. Last week for some reason when i use a media player i have no sub output. Ironically when I play audio from Firefox it works??? Was it a Windows update? All drivers are updated
  37. G

    I have a high end creative sound card. Last week for some reason when i use a media player i have no sub output. Ironiclly whe

    Sound blaster sound card sub issues
  38. J

    External sound card for laptop and TV monitor

    Current Set up Dell laptop (Latitude E6530) Windows 7 64bit professional. Samsung Smart TV Monitor (TD390S). Used as a TV and external monitor for laptop. Connected via DVI to HDMI cable via Dell Replicator which doesn't have HDMI. Could also use HDMI to HDMI if going direct from laptop HDMI...
  39. S

    Setting up 5.1 surround sound with Xbox One

    I am trying to set up surround sound with my Xbox one and cannot figure out how to do so. My set up: - 5.1 Creative A550 Surround Sound - Creative Sound Blaster X-Fi Surround 5.1 Pro (External Sound Card) - 18.5 Inch Technika LED TV - Xbox One Firstly I realise that these components may not...
  40. C

    Creative SBS a520 Speaker need help planning to buy

    title says it all. will it work on psp and laptop? If on psp, What splitter should I use? if on laptop, What adapter/splitter should I use?
  41. Vicky555

    Can I connect two different speakers to one PC.?

    Hey there, my question is "Can I connect two different speakers to one PC".? I mean I have creative 2.1 speakers and another set of 2 speakers (without any sub woofer) , Creative one is connected to the green slot in PC , is there is any way to connect another 2 speakers to the same PC in...
  42. D

    How do I connect Creative Gigaworks 750 to ASUS Xonar HDAV 1.3 slim

    Hi I have built a HTPC and am using the Asus Xonar HDAV 1.3 Slim soundcard I have my original Creative Gigaworks S750 7.1 channel speakers. These do not have any optical or spdif input How do I get the spdif out of the Asus Xonar HDAV 1.3 Slim sound card to connect to my creative 7.1...
  43. I

    Which Headset Should I Get: DXL1 or Fatal1ty

    I have a chance to get either a Turtle Beach DXL1 or Creative Fatal1ty headset for the same price ($35) and am unsure which one I should get. I see that normally the DXL1 is about twice the price of Fatal1ty, but I looked at the reviews for DXL1 and people are complaining about the flimsy...
  44. S

    My Toshiba Satellite C55t-A5123 laptop was stolen from my home; does the 2yr Service Plan include theft? S/N <REMOVED>, Model

    My creative and business life is on the laptop.
  45. T

    Prevent Speaker's Standby Mode

    Hello, I recently bought a pair of Creative T40's. They are great speakers, but have this annoying "standby mode" in which they power down after being idle for 10 minutes. They do come right back on when I start playing a song, but there is a 3-5 second delay. My question: Is it possible...
  46. H

    Connecting 5.1 speakers to LG 32LB5820 smart tv

    I was planning to buy creative 5.1 speakers which costs around 5k. It comes with 3 jack cables (1 for front speakers, 1 pin for rear speakers and 1 for centre speaker) but my tv has only one 3.5mm jack port. I read that using a 3 way splitter would solve the problem but it screws up your tv...
  47. C

    how to download Creative Sound Blaster Live CT4830 for Window 7x64bit Right one

    how to download Creative Sound Blaster Live CT4830 for Window 7x64bit Right one
  48. A

    Having problem with my 5.1 surround sound on test everything is perfect

    Hi! I really need some help with getting my rear speakers to work. I bought Creative Inspire T6160, all wires are correctly connected because of the test working perfect. I have tried everything on the net, Now I am just looking for some help.. If any questions about the computer, Ask and I will...
  49. Myntekt

    Asus Xonar U7 vs Creative Sound Blaster X-Fi HD

    Hello, I want a sound card for my PC, but I don't really want to get an internal one, so getting one of those is out of the question. As of the other option, I'm not sure which one of the two sound cards has a better sound quality. I'm talking about the Asus Xonar U7 and the Creative Sound...
  50. Kohwali

    Sound card good enough amp for AKG K712s?

    So I read that you should use an amp for AKG K712s...will the Creative Sound Blaster Z be enough? Is there a cheaper solution that would sound the same? - seriously, who doesn't want cheaper stuff that performs the same? And how do you do all this amping? I'll be primarily gaming and...
  51. T

    Wil a 7.1 sound card turn a pair of Krakens to surround sound headphones?

    Hi, so i'm planning to get Razer Krakens, and here's my question: if i buy the Creative AUDIGy sound card, will my Krakens support 7.1 surround sound?
  52. N

    No Sound From Spdif-out Creative Sound Blaster Z and Logitech Z906

    Im having trouble setting up my Logitech Z906 with my Creative Sound Blaster Z and installing Dolby Digital Live. 1) using analog cables im able to get proper 5.1 surround sound. 2) However i want to use my fiber optic cable for some reason every time i set: "SPDIF-OUT Sound Blaster Z" As...
  53. K

    Which pc speakers should I buy (budget +/-50€)

    Hi! I've tried to find good stereo speakers to go with my Creative Sound blaster Z soundcard. I've currently found three potential speakers: Creative Inspire T10 http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16836116035 Creative Inspire T3300...
  54. R

    does creative sbs a120 speakers have a headphone jack?

    I want to buy 2.1 speakers with a headphone jack, so that I can watch movies without disturbing others around. I'm planning to buy creative sbs a120. does this have a headphone jack? If no please suggest some good 2.1 speakers with a headphone jack
  55. H

    Gaming/music headphones with microphone under 60£ (75€)

    I recently retired my "Sound Blaster Tactic3D Sigma" which have great sound but the cable broke after 2 years. Im looking for new headset with great sound (creative was awesome, i dont want some bass-boost vibrating nonsense, just clean real full sound) with mic, probably not wireless since i...
  56. G

    GA-G1.Sniper Z97 onboard vs. discrete soundcard

    I currently have a g1 sniper z97 mobo, which has an onboard Creative Sound Core3D quad-core audio processor. My current audio set up is Plantronics GameCom 780 (which is very uncomfortable), Phillips CityScape Uptown, and a Klipsch Promedia 2.1 for my desk. I currently have not used my 780's...
  57. D

    Which headset should I buy?

    Hey guys, My old headset's just gone wrong, so I need a new one. Here are my criterias: - I have a desktop mic, but I would prefer headset with mic. I also listen suggestions with headphones (+soundcard maybe) - I have integrated soundcard - my budget is about 45$ I had some suggestions...
  58. M

    Sound card with USB Headset

    Can i use a sound card with my head set that pulgs in through USB. I'm looking at buying Creative Sound Blaster Zx http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16829102049&cm_re=sound_card-_-29-102-049-_-Product I have Logitech G930 USB Connector Circumaural Wireless Gaming Headset...
  59. P

    Creative Audigy Fx not working with my 5.1 surround system.

    Today I bought a Creative Audigy Fx sound card. My problem is that it only plays sound through the two front speakers in Youtube, itunes, etc. When I used the tester in Creative's sound blaster control panel, I got sound through all of my speakers. If you have a fix, I would greatly appreciate...
  60. S

    Creative A550 centre speaker acting as subwoofer

    I recently bought a Creative A550 5.1 speaker system and connecting everything seemed fine, however when I turned my computer on and went to test the speakers, every speaker was fine except for the centre. The centre plays when I click the subwoofer and vice versa. My sound card is a Creative...