Does the internal amp "color" the sound? (Does the device boost bass, treble, or mid or is all EQ done with the playback software?)
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Michael , the sound blaster is actually an external sound card and not an amp. two different creatures. The X-fi go pro plugs into the usb port on your computer. the computer see it and by-passes the the internal sound card in the computer. ( most computer sound cards are of poor quality and produce a very poor sound quality and volume.) By using the x-fi you will hear a dramatic improvement. vocals are cleaned up ( you actually can understand what the singer is saying ) Instruments are separated so you actually hear each clearly. BIG improvement, really. this unit is a good beginning for music enjoyment. It's fairly cheap ,easy to use and the cd to download the drivers is a snap, too. And to answer your question, it will give you some sound volume increase also. A good investment for short money. In time you may want to try other more costly cards, amps, dac's and speakers. It's a natural progression. But for now, you really don't have much to lose and everything to gain. Good luck and good listening (p.s., I have three of them)
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my order just come with usb alone and need to download sw from their web. I am not using refer sw from their web so no idea what do they offer. Please make sure you order the brand new in retail packaged otherwise just a usb alone inside the ziplog bag. Hope it help.
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I made the sound better by using the equalizer to make surround sound. If you don't make adjustments, it will sound the same.
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Play with the audio settings. There are quite a few. Default settings sound poor (hollow,low volume) but can be adjusted to more than adequate. Cant remember orig settings, but can give you my AUDIO setup config:SRS TruSurround HD <Off>SRS TruVolume <On>Equalizer Settings <OFF> *important* Base <75>Treble <50>Make sure the EQ setting is not set to Rock, Pop or Disco (they sound like garbage). Setting it to OFF allows access to Base & Treble menu/adjustments. Overall the sound is above average for what you are paying. More than ample volume once you get the settings tweaked. Play with the audio settings. There are quite a few. Default settings sound poor (hollow,low volume) but can be adjusted to more than adequate. Cant remember orig settings, but can give you my AUDIO setup config:SRS TruSurround HD <Off>SRS TruVolume <On>Equalizer Settings <OFF> *important* Base <75>Treble <50>Make sure the EQ setting is not set to Rock, Pop or Disco (they sound like garbage). Setting it to OFF allows access to Base & Treble menu/adjustments. Overall the sound is above average for what you are paying.... » Read More Play with the audio settings. There are quite a few. Default settings sound poor (hollow,low volume) but can be adjusted to more than adequate. Cant remember orig settings, but can give you my AUDIO setup config:SRS TruSurround HD <Off>SRS TruVolume <On>Equalizer Settings <OFF> *important* Base <75>Treble <50>Make sure the EQ setting is not set to Rock, Pop or Disco (they sound like garbage). Setting it to OFF allows access to Base & Treble menu/adjustments. Overall the sound is above average for what you are paying. More than ample volume once you get the settings tweaked. « Show Less
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It depends on how you define equalizer. Bass and treble can be bumped up or down +/- 10db independently, similar to a stereo receiver. If that's what you consider a 2-channel EQ then yes this has an EQ.
692276
You won't need an amp, but it would definitely make a difference. I am a basshead and I purchased a cheap FiiO amp and it did wonders to the bass. On my HTC One, I downloaded an EQ App and it had a similar effect. So if you don't have an AMP, try a free EQ - it can make a huge difference.
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Sorry for the late response. Just tried it with a bass and bass amp. It's functional, there was some ground buzz when I turned the level up. Probably because of my setup. I don't know if you'll get that Metallica sound, but the pedal definitely works.
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No it does not have an equalizer,but it does have a bass & treble adjuster to boost or subtract the sound the way you like it.
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I personally haven't added nothing extra to the system and it sounds great. Between the amp and this device, nothing but bass comes thru the subs. Side note I did notice the bass setting on the radio does add/decrease the bass thru the subs. just for tuning purposes.
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Just my opinion, there is likely not to be any big difference, assuming you have a recent/decent mob. The sound card will give you more bells and whistles to play with - echoes, equalizer, etc. However, quality of sound is not likely to be noticeable. Hope this helps.
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Amp models have output options and each presets can be in different setting. That is both pro and con in my experience. But the sound and quality of effects exceed far beyond $49 when set properly.
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If you like warm sound and don't care of it's flac or mp3 file format, go with this amp. If you value overall naturality of sound more than its color, go with DAC and use loseless file format more if you can.
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No, the normal channel by passes the EQ section. Only the top boost channel has independent treble and bass controls.
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No it doesn't, but a preamp would improve the output level. I use a Behringer V-Amp guitar effects processor for one. It has tube preamp simulation. The tube preamp sim warms up the sound real nice.
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I use it for the same reason you're asking about but don't expect optimum sound clarity with this device, I too was a little skeptical at first but it proved that it could handle the type of music I listen to. It will definitely increase your volume/bass/treble but that depends on you. I've tried many different types of computer speakers, high & low-end to boot and ended up returning a set of Bowers and Wilkins MM1's and ended up with the Bose system. If you listen to heavy-bass music, don't waste your time with it unless you have speakers that can handle the output. Yes, same applies to your headphones. I'm using the B&W; P7 and they sound great... IMHO. Hope this helps. I use it for the same reason you're asking about but don't expect optimum sound clarity with this device, I too was a little skeptical at first but it proved that it could handle the type of music I listen to. It will definitely increase your volume/bass/treble but that depends on you. I've tried many different types of computer speakers, high & low-end to boot and ended up returning a set of Bowers and Wilkins MM1's and ended up with the Bose system. If you listen to heavy-bass music, don't waste your time with it unless you have speakers that can handle the output. Yes, same applies to... » Read More I use it for the same reason you're asking about but don't expect optimum sound clarity with this device, I too was a little skeptical at first but it proved that it could handle the type of music I listen to. It will definitely increase your volume/bass/treble but that depends on you. I've tried many different types of computer speakers, high & low-end to boot and ended up returning a set of Bowers and Wilkins MM1's and ended up with the Bose system. If you listen to heavy-bass music, don't waste your time with it unless you have speakers that can handle the output. Yes, same applies to your headphones. I'm using the B&W; P7 and they sound great... IMHO. Hope this helps. « Show Less
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You can always boost the bass using your audio manager, and the Raer Synapses 2.0 may also have that option, but I'm not 100% sure about the Snapses
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i used mine before my eq THE MANUAL MIGHT RECOMEND THE OPPOSITE BUT I ALSO HAVE A CONCERT SERIES CARVIN BOARD WITH A LOT OF EQ BEFORE IT LEAVES THE BOARD. i still had a problem with feedback when a mic got to near a monitor remedied that by unplugging the horns. my metal band wanted everything almost maxed if your not in need of ear splitting pa you should be able to dial the feedback unit to cover your needs. hollywoodphil
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J.A. The Behringer Sonic Exciter SX3040 didn't make a difference in my opinion so I stuck with the equalizer