Reviewers Liked
- Incredible enhancement over onboard audio in games, music and movies
- A plethora of options and tools for tweaking audio
Reviewers Didn't Like
- No clip or way to affix the microphone to keyboard, desk or display
Creative SoundBlaster Zx PCIe
Gamers serious about their game audio should consider lining up the Creative Sound Blaster Z and Zx sound cards on their list of upgrades.
-- As reviewed by Legit Reviews
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8.6
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