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title: "Sound Blaster PLAY 3"
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# Universal Analog Headphone Compatibility 24-bit/96kHz Hi-Res Audio Plug & Play USB, No Driver Needed Sound Blaster PLAY 3

**Brand:** creative
**Price:** € 54.49
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎧 Upgrade your sound game instantly—because your ears deserve the best!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Sound Blaster PLAY 3 by creative
- **How much does it cost?** € 54.49 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/725065173-sound-blaster-play-3)

## 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

- • **Crystal-Clear 24-bit Audio:** Experience studio-grade sound with 24-bit/96kHz playback that elevates every note and call.
- • **Effortless USB Plug & Play:** No drivers, no hassle—just plug into any Windows or Mac device and instantly upgrade your audio.
- • **Universal Headphone Support:** Seamlessly connect any analog headset, from casual earbuds to pro-grade headphones without extra adapters.
- • **Compact & Lightweight Design:** Sleek, portable, and weighing just 45g—perfect for professionals on the move who demand premium sound.
- • **Powerful Audio Control Software:** Customize your soundscape with Creative’s downloadable control panel for tailored audio profiles.

## Overview

The Sound Blaster PLAY 3 is a compact external USB sound card delivering high-resolution 24-bit/96kHz audio playback. Compatible with Windows and Mac, it requires no drivers for quick plug-and-play use. It supports all analog headphones and includes powerful downloadable software for personalized audio control, making it an essential upgrade for professionals seeking superior sound clarity and versatility.

## Description

Sound Blaster Play! 3 External USB Sound Adapter for Windows and Mac Plug and Play (no driver required) High quality 24-bit 96kHz playback, USB, NA, corded electricity, upgraded to easy to use.

Review: This product works as a USB to 3.5mm audio out/mic in amp. Handy when you need an extra audio out but have only one at the back of your motherboard either due to case design or malfunctioning audio port. Just like other reviews mentioned, the creative control panel software should be installed and used to disable the audio enhancements and mic monitoring that are on by default. This results in a clean sound. As for the hissing sound that others mentioned, I personally experienced a minimal level of it when using a pair of low impedance earphones. This can be worked around by either replugging this USB amp, or switching to a different audio source (e.g. movies, switching from 2.0 to 5.1 or vice versa causes the very minor hiss to disappear). When using a 50 ohms headphones I experienced none of that hissing noise. It is not really a problem for me. The only downside would be the short USB connector placing it in an odd vertical position when plugged into the front USB ports. Otherwise, well, this works. 8/10
Review: Avevo bisogno di uno splitter per separare gli ingressi di cuffia e microfono del mio notebook, recensioni e prezzi dei cavetti di separazione non mi hanno convinto e ho preferito acquistare una scheda audio esterna. Dopo averla provata con il driver installato da Windows 11, ho scaricato il driver proprietario e funziona benissimo. Ha un livello di uscita adeguato a pilotare la mia cuffia che ha un'impedenza di 250 Ohm, mentre con la scheda audio interna il volume a volte era troppo basso. Avrei preferito le prese di cuffia e microfono un po' più distanti fra loro, ma non è un problema. Molto soddisfatto dell'acquisto, funziona molto bene e ha un prezzo poco più alto di un semplice cavetto. Pagata poco più di 16 euro.

## Features

- Power Type: Corded Electric
- NO DRIVER NEEDED - Ready to use right out of the box
- PC and Mac Compatible - Compatible with Windows 10, 8.1, 7, Mac OS x10.9 or later IMPROVE YOUR LISTENING EXPERIENCE - Upgrade your existing onboard sound to a 24-bit 96kHz playable USB DAC
- EASY HEADPHONE CONNECTION - Compatible with all analog headsets, from standard cell phone earphones to gaming and studio grade headphones. Easily connect the headset with single or split stereo/microphone connector without the use of Y-splitter cable
- POWERFUL DOWNLOADABLE SOFTWARE - Control panel software provides powerful audio enhancement and unprecedented control. Also includes an optimized profile for multiple earphone brands
- Product Type - Sound Card

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B06XBZ38ZJ |
| Amazon Bestseller | #442,173 in Computers ( See Top 100 in Computers ) #473 in External Sound Cards |
| Are Batteries Included | No |
| Brand | Creative |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (3,432) |
| Date First Available | May 9, 2017 |
| Hardware Platform | Headphone, Personal Computer |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Weight | 45.4 g |
| Item dimensions W x H | 13.8 x 2.2 x 0.9 cm |
| Item model number | 70SB173000000 |
| Product Dimensions | 13.8 x 2.2 x 0.94 cm; 45.36 g |
| Series | sound blaster play 3 |
| Voltage | 5 Volts |
| Wattage | 1 |

## Product Details

- **Audio Output Mode:** Stereo
- **Brand:** Creative
- **Compatible Devices:** Headphone
- **Hardware Interface:** USB
- **Platform:** Windows

## Images

![Sound Blaster PLAY 3 - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61UUwDw42BL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: difference between play 2 and play 3?**
A: The Sound Blaster Play 2 has a Bit-depth/sampling frequency (playback) of Up to 16-bit/48KHz.

Sound Blaster Play 3 has a Bit-depth/sampling frequency of 16-bit/44.1, 48.0, 88.2, 96.0kHz and 24-bit/44.1, 48.0, 96.0kHz"

As for the Signal-to-Noise Ratio, the Sound Blaster Play 2 has 90dB (playback), while the Sound Blaster Play 3 has 93dB.

Also, the Sound Blaster Play 2 has a single jack for Headphone / Speaker out cum Mic In 1 x 3.5mm jack

While the Sound Blaster Play 3 has a separate jack for Headphone-out and Mic-in. 

- One 3.5mm (1/8-inch) 4-pole Headphone-out with Mic jack 
- One 3.5mm (1/8-inch) Microphone-in jack (Mono)

**Q: Does it make a popping sound if there's a USB power spike?**
A: Under normal working conditions, when using the Sound Blaster Play! 3, there are no reported issues regarding popping sounds deriving from power spikes. For more detailed information, please contact Creative Customer Support.

**Q: Would there be any issues with using 2 of these? One for my headphones, and one for my desktop speakers?**
A: I use the built-in sound card for speakers, and the SB Play!3 for headphones and microphone, so there is no problem with using two sound cards at the same time. As long as your OS and your music application recognizes the two devices as distinct, there should be no issues.

**Q: Will this make my Modmic 4.0 sound louder? I currently use my Realtek onboard audio and the volume on my mic is extremely low even with boost up.**
A: Yes, this is a known problem with the Realtek audio. Also avoid dongles which use the Realtek ADC. I'm guessing that this DAC/ADC does not use the Realtek chipset, although given its price maybe it does but Creative Labs has addressed the issues (which I am told are with the drivers, not the hardware).

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by R***R on January 31, 2020*

This product works as a USB to 3.5mm audio out/mic in amp. Handy when you need an extra audio out but have only one at the back of your motherboard either due to case design or malfunctioning audio port. Just like other reviews mentioned, the creative control panel software should be installed and used to disable the audio enhancements and mic monitoring that are on by default. This results in a clean sound. As for the hissing sound that others mentioned, I personally experienced a minimal level of it when using a pair of low impedance earphones. This can be worked around by either replugging this USB amp, or switching to a different audio source (e.g. movies, switching from 2.0 to 5.1 or vice versa causes the very minor hiss to disappear). When using a 50 ohms headphones I experienced none of that hissing noise. It is not really a problem for me. The only downside would be the short USB connector placing it in an odd vertical position when plugged into the front USB ports. Otherwise, well, this works. 8/10

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by A***. on April 3, 2025*

Avevo bisogno di uno splitter per separare gli ingressi di cuffia e microfono del mio notebook, recensioni e prezzi dei cavetti di separazione non mi hanno convinto e ho preferito acquistare una scheda audio esterna. Dopo averla provata con il driver installato da Windows 11, ho scaricato il driver proprietario e funziona benissimo. Ha un livello di uscita adeguato a pilotare la mia cuffia che ha un'impedenza di 250 Ohm, mentre con la scheda audio interna il volume a volte era troppo basso. Avrei preferito le prese di cuffia e microfono un po' più distanti fra loro, ma non è un problema. Molto soddisfatto dell'acquisto, funziona molto bene e ha un prezzo poco più alto di un semplice cavetto. Pagata poco più di 16 euro.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by A***R on April 23, 2021*

I have a PC with a normal embedded 48KHz Sound Card, with no empty slot for a new one... I was desperate. But now, with this USB Sound Blaster Play! 3, I have the chance to get the quality I always wanted. It is crystal clear and powerful. One last Advice: although it can work immediately after plugging in with no need for a driver, I strongly encourage you to install its driver from the Creative website. It will give you an easy-to-use yet powerful control panel with useful controls to meet your customized needs.

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