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product_id: 254054197
title: "Sound Blaster AE-7 Hi-Res Internal PCIe Card, Quad-Core Processor, 127dB DNR ESS SABRE-class 9018 DAC, Xamp Discrete Custom Bi-amp, 5.1/Virtual 7.1, Dolby, DTS Encoding (Black)"
brand: "creative"
price: "€ 336.17"
currency: EUR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 8
category: "Creative"
url: https://www.desertcart.it/products/254054197-sound-blaster-ae-7-hi-res-internal-pcie-card-quad
store_origin: IT
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# Quad-core dedicated audio processor 127dB DNR ESS SABRE-class 9018 DAC Custom Xamp discrete bi-amp headphone driver Sound Blaster AE-7 Hi-Res Internal PCIe Card, Quad-Core Processor, 127dB DNR ESS SABRE-class 9018 DAC, Xamp Discrete Custom Bi-amp, 5.1/Virtual 7.1, Dolby, DTS Encoding (Black)

**Brand:** creative
**Price:** € 336.17
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎶 Elevate your audio game — because your ears deserve the best.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Sound Blaster AE-7 Hi-Res Internal PCIe Card, Quad-Core Processor, 127dB DNR ESS SABRE-class 9018 DAC, Xamp Discrete Custom Bi-amp, 5.1/Virtual 7.1, Dolby, DTS Encoding (Black) by creative
- **How much does it cost?** € 336.17 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.it](https://www.desertcart.it/products/254054197-sound-blaster-ae-7-hi-res-internal-pcie-card-quad)

## Best For

- creative enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted creative brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Surround Sound Mastery:** Enjoy discrete 5.1 speaker setups or virtual 7.1 surround on headphones with Dolby & DTS encoding.
- • **Tailored Sound Control:** Intuitive Sound Blaster Command software lets you customize profiles, boost bass, and sharpen vocals effortlessly.
- • **Audiophile-Grade Clarity:** Experience pristine 32-bit/384kHz hi-res playback with ultra-low noise floor for crystal-clear sound.
- • **Powerhouse Headphone Amp:** Drive studio-grade headphones up to 600Ω with custom bi-amp tech for immersive, distortion-free audio.
- • **CPU-Free Audio Processing:** Quad-core processor handles all audio tasks onboard, freeing your PC for peak performance.

## Overview

The Creative Sound Blaster AE-7 is a high-resolution internal PCIe sound card featuring a 127dB dynamic range ESS SABRE-class 9018 DAC, a dedicated quad-core audio processor, and a custom Xamp discrete bi-amp headphone amplifier. It supports discrete 5.1 speaker setups and virtual 7.1 surround sound with Dolby and DTS encoding. Designed for audiophiles and professionals, it offers pristine audio fidelity, powerful headphone driving capability, and advanced software customization for a fully immersive and personalized listening experience.

## Description

Creative Sound Blaster Ae-7 Hi-Res Internal Pcie Sound Card, Quad-Core Processor, 127Db Dnr Ess Sabre-Class 9018 Dac, Xamp Discrete Custom Bi-Amp, Discrete 5. 1/Virtual 7. 1, Dolby, Dts Encoding.

Review: Excellent Sound card. - The Creative AE-7 is excellent and works flawlessly. The sound quality is phenomenal (vs my previous X-Fi Titanium Pro). The card is paired with a set of Edifier R1700BT speakers. The Sound Blaster Command software is simple and easy to use, has all the features and functionality in one place, and everything works as expected. Creative has come a long way since its very buggy and confusing software days.
Review: Perfect - I use it with DT 990 Pro 80 OHM headset and the sound quality is good for both gaming and music just change the sound profile.

## Features

- PRISTINE AUDIO OUTPUT | Supreme audio fidelity with 127 dB DNR hi-res 32-bit / 384 kHz playback via ESS SABRE-class 9018 DAC and DSD64 playback support that satisfies even the most demanding needs of audiophiles for incredibly clean audio
- MASSIVELY POWERFUL HEADPHONE AUDIO | Custom Xamp discrete headphone bi-amp powers each earcup separately with 1Ω output impedance and drives studio-grade headphones of up to 600Ω, including high-end planar-magnetic headphones. And with the Audio Control Module, gain quick access to the Volume Control Knob, as well as the ¼” and ⅛” mic and headphones I/O connectors – all within your fingertips
- THEATRICAL-GRADE DISCREET AND VIRTUAL SURROUND | Supports discrete 5. 1 on speakers with Dolby Digital Live / DTS Connect Encoding, and up to 7. 1 virtual surround on headphones and speakers. To top it off, we have also integrated Sound Blaster’s Surround Virtualization technology onto AE-7 so that you can conveniently enjoy surround sound on most form of media
- TRUE HARDWARE ACCELERATED AUDIO | Dedicated quad-core processor designed to deliver incredibly pristine and enhanced sound on your PC without overstressing your CPU. Sound Blaster manages audio processing on the card itself, freeing your CPU to handle other tasks
- NEW AND IMPROVED SOFTWARE CUSTOMIZATION SUITE | Sound Blaster Command software interface provides hardware processed sound enhancements and complete control of audio output via the Sound Blaster Acoustic Engine for a full, customized audio experience that delivers clearer vocals, accurate cues, and bass boost

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B07T9YYVV6 |
| Are Batteries Included | No |
| Best Sellers Rank | #111,151 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #2,066 in Over-Ear Headphones |
| Brand | Creative |
| Color | Option 3: 127dB SNR with Audio Control Module |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (700) |
| Date First Available | 18 July 2019 |
| Hardware Platform | Personal Computer |
| Item Weight | 726 g |
| Item model number | 70SB180000000 |
| Manufacturer | Creative Labs |
| Product Dimensions | 14.5 x 2.01 x 12.8 cm; 725.75 g |
| Series | ae-7 |

## Product Details

- **Audio output mode:** Surround
- **Brand:** Creative
- **Compatible devices:** Personal Computer
- **Hardware interface:** PCI Express x4
- **Platform:** Windows

## Images

![Sound Blaster AE-7 Hi-Res Internal PCIe Card, Quad-Core Processor, 127dB DNR ESS SABRE-class 9018 DAC, Xamp Discrete Custom Bi-amp, 5.1/Virtual 7.1, Dolby, DTS Encoding (Black) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/5127ww4FRzL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Does the led on the card itself work without the molex connector? i'm not interested in attaching the led strip.**
A: To not use the MOLEX connection is ONLY Use the PCI BUS for powering your plug-ins. BUY another Card if you will not use the MOLEX Power hookup. As It will give BETTER, more dependable power to your accessories.! At no RISK to your Motherboard.!

**Q: If I hook up an astro mixamp (with headphones) to the fiber-optic port, am I losing the benefits of this card? Or will it pass through the amp?**
A: yes and no. you will still benefit from the digital side of the audio processing but the optical bypasses any amplification. whatever you connect the optical to will have to handle that.

**Q: This or the zxr? that is only $20 more but 5 year old tech. i use the logitech z906 speakers and no headphones**
A: i don't know, do you listen to 24bit audio, like blu rays and youtube and high-res music from hdtracks, or 32bit audio?  If 24bit, you might be best off then with the ZxR, on the other hand I'd say the AE-5 is a safer bet, because of the surely nicer headphone amp inside can be properly used with many more headphones...,  but then again your using speakers and might have an external headphone amp..,  Hard to say.

**Q: Anyone know how this would couple with the game one or game zero headsets???**
A: I have the game one headset and it sounds great. I wish the headphone ohm setting had a 50 ohm selection, but I can't go over half volume in Windows at the 32ohm setting so it pushes plenty of power. I had the sound blaster zx before this and this card sounds better.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent Sound card.
*by S***B on 8 June 2024*

The Creative AE-7 is excellent and works flawlessly. The sound quality is phenomenal (vs my previous X-Fi Titanium Pro). The card is paired with a set of Edifier R1700BT speakers. The Sound Blaster Command software is simple and easy to use, has all the features and functionality in one place, and everything works as expected. Creative has come a long way since its very buggy and confusing software days.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Perfect
*by M***O on 27 March 2024*

I use it with DT 990 Pro 80 OHM headset and the sound quality is good for both gaming and music just change the sound profile.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Amazing sound cart
*by J***K on 27 July 2020*

By the way this was the AE-7, it's so good!

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*Last updated: 2026-01-29*