Best Headphones External Sound Cards in 2026

AUTO MIC MUTE AND UNMUTE WITH VOICEDETECT FEATURE – Avoid fumbling over your mic mute button in a video call with our VoiceDetect feature, which mutes you automatically when you stop speaking, and unmutes you instantly as you start speaking. If you need to talk to someone on the side, disable the VoiceDetect feature temporarily by manually pressing on the physical mic mute button, and reactivate the VoiceDetect feature by pressing on the same button

TWO-WAY NOISE CANCELLATION WITH NOISECLEAN FEATURES – Reduce unwanted background noise during an online work call from both ends of the conversation with the NoiseClean features. NoiseClean-out works to remove noise on your end by suppressing your static background noise like vacuum cleaning, so you can be heard clearly by the others. On the other end, NoiseClean-in does the same to the incoming audio of your co-workers, so you can hear them clearly in your headphones—minus their noise

SUPER EASY TO SET UP – VoiceDetect and NoiseClean are part of our SmartComms Kit's suite of smart communication features. Simply plug the PLAY! 4 to your PC, download the Creative app (for Windows 10 and later) to get started, or further customize them via the Advanced settings. The software also comes with Sound Blaster Acoustic Engine, our suite of industry-leading audio processing technology like Surround immersion, and CrystalVoice that enhances voice clarity during video calls

SUPPORTS DOLBY DIGITAL AND DTS – Now with support for Dolby Digital Live and DTS Encoding for even more delivery options to your external audio devices The AE-5 Plus also supports 5.1 discrete and 7.1 virtual surround, as well as Sound Blaster’s Surround Virtualization technology

POWERFUL DISCRETE HEADPHONE AMP – Sound BlasterX AE-5 Plus features Xamp, our custom-designed discrete headphone amp that utilizes bi-amplification technology to power each earcup individually with 1 ohm output impedance and drives studio-grade headphones of up to 600Ω, including high-end planar-magnetic headphones

PRISTINE AUDIO QUALITY – Featuring the SABRE32 ultra-class PCI-e DAC to deliver up to 32-bit / 384 kHz playback with a 122 dB DNR, ultra-low distortion and jitter, the AE-5 Plus is more than capable of hi-res audio for games, music, and movies; put simply, for discerning audio lovers of any kind, the AE-5 Plus is set to blow past your expectations with pristine audio and powerful performance

HyperX custom tuned virtual 7.1 surround sound

Convenient Audio control box 2M/6.5 feet cable length

Enhanced Microphone noise cancellation

7.1 DISCRETE SURROUND WITH SUPER X-FI AND DOLBY DIGITAL LIVE - Supports up to 7.1 discrete and virtual surround with three types of surround sound delivery: 1. Super X-Fi technology that recreates the listening experience of a multi-speaker system in headphone, 2. Sound Blaster Surround Virtualization’s famed surround processing that is driven by algorithms that are capable of optimizing spatial information of incoming audio for a complete and immersive auditory experience, 3. Dolby Digital Live

IMPROVED COMMUNICATION WITH SMARTCOMMS KIT AND CRYSTALVOICE - Features our SmartComms Kit, a suite of smart communication features that simplify the way you take work calls on Windows 10 platform. Turn on VoiceDetect to auto mute and unmute your mic, or get rid of static background noise in your own environment as well as the other parties' via our two-way noise cancellation feature NoiseClean. In tandem, CrystalVoice technology enhances voice for clear recordings and in-game communications

CONNECT WITH EVERYTHING - With a newly added optical-in port, it is now much easier to connect multiple audio devices, from external microphones and headsets, to platforms like your PC, Mac, gaming consoles, and even your multi-channel speaker systems. Just power up the Sound Blaster X4 via the USB-C port, and enjoy high-quality audio with everything. The Sound Blaster X4 is also a headphone amplifier that is capable of driving studio-grade headphones of up to 600Ω

Easily converts the PC into a cinematic entertainment system by providing a compelling 5.1 surround sound

Advanced Audio Processing with SBX Pro Studio, a suite of Sound Blaster audio processing technologies that let you bring out the best in your audio

Includes the Sound Blaster Audigy Fx Control Panel, PC software that puts you in full control of the SBX Pro Studio suite of technologies

Usb to 3.5mm Jack Audio Adapter: USB audio sound card, supports normal stereo, earphone, headphone, headset or microphone with 3.5mm jack, Raspberry Pi 2/3 Xbox PS4 Surface Tablet Laptop, especially for gaming headsets. International standard USB replaces traditional sound card. You can also use microphone and headphones together on iMac/Mac Mini devices with our product.

NO DRIVER REQUIRED：Headset USB adapter, international USB connector, no extra drivers are needed, easy to use, plug and play for instant audio playback. Lightweight and portable size make it convenient to take anywhere.

MIXER FUNCTION: Multi-channel will bring you a “surround sound” experience. Mini LED and surround sound can improve the level of gaming audio. Microphone/Headphone mute function allows the headset and loudspeaker mode to switch freely providing 16 kinds of rhythmic pattern and 23 kinds of environment mode, without unplugging from the computer.

PLUG & PLAY USB SOUND CARD: PHOINIKAS USB audio adapter can be used to replace a faulty sound card or audio port. Add a 3.5mm port to the computer through the USB port. You can connect devices with 3.5mm jacks /2.0 USB jacks through the USB interface: headphones, speakers, microphone or USB device. Plug and play, no driver required.

COMPATIBILITY: Compatible with all common systems, including Windows XP, 7, 8, 8.1, 10, Mac IOS, etc. At the same time, you can connect multiple USB devices or 3.5mm interface devices to PC, laptop, PS4, Xbox One, etc., such as keyboard, mouse, card reader, webcam, MP3 player, earphone, microphone, etc.

PERSONALIZED FUNCTION & 4 FEET CABLE: The sound card has a variety of sound effects, you can switch by "EQ", also has mini LED indicator, surround sound, unique volume control keys, microphone mute, speaker mute and volume up / down function keys, You can change traditional volume controls and increase the level of game audio. In addition, with a 4 feet cable, you can place your sound card anywhere.

SPDIF OUTPUT: This external USB sound card is equipped with SPDIF digital output with AC3 (Dolby Digital) and DTS pass-through support.

EXTERNAL FEATURES: Use this USB external sound card audio adapter to easily adjust the sound output with its external volume and EQ controls.

SOUND CARD REPLACEMENT: This USB stereo audio adapter lets you replace an internal sound card on your laptop or PC with a small, compact device.

【Widely compatible】-Applicable to Android/IOS/Window 10/7/XP system. Compatibility with PS4/PC/MAC and almost of all 3.5mm headphones. Suitable for TRS, TRRS microphones.

【Virtual 7.1 Surround Sound】-External sound card with 7.1 virtual surround sound. Bring you a immersive listening experience. You can quickly perceive footsteps and other environmental sounds in the game to quickly make judgments.You can also enjoy the visual banquet brought to you by music.

【Multi-Function Controller】-You can freely adjust the volume of the microphone and earphones to adapt to different scenarios. You also can quickly mute the mic with the microphone mute button. Unique LED indicator design makes it easier for you to identify the on and off of 7.1 virtual surround sound and microphone mute function.

【Wide application】Designed for 3.5mm jack and virtual 7.1 channel devices like headphones, headset or microphones that stop working or have issues with output cutting in and out. USB headset adapter is also suitable for sound card in the computer/laptop/desktop that dying or losing connection with motherboard. You can also use mic and headphone together on iMac/Mac Mini devices with our product.

【Louder previous-sound】Louder the sound that computer cannot do by itself, create surround sound effect which will bring you fantastic feelings. USB audio adapter supports normal stereo, earphone, headphone, headset or microphone with 3.5mm jack, Raspberry Pi 2/3 Xbox PS4 Surface Tablet Laptop, especially for gaming headsets.

【No drivers】USB sound card is easy to use, no extra drivers is needed. Plug and play for instant audio playback. Microphone/Headphone mute design makes the headset and speaker mode switch freely without unplugging anything from the computer. Output audio sound can be adjusted by the volume adjustment wheel.

Improved Audio Quality: Audio to USB adapter features a smart chip that ensures the best sound quality. It can efficiently decode the sound signal, resulting in clear and smooth sound transmission with high-quality audio output. Usb to aux adapter can provide better audio quality than the built-in sound card on your computer or laptop.

Compatibility: USB external sound cards can be used with a wide range of devices, including PC, MAC, and mobile devices, making them a versatile option for anyone who needs better audio quality on the go.

Easy to use: Usb to headphone jack adapter plug-and-play, No driver download is needed as the system will automatically recognize it within a few seconds.

Instantly creates micing/audio out connectivity through any USB port - ideal for desktop, notebook and netbook PCs

Improves access, bypasses faulty sound card or audio ports and upgrades audio performance

Supports 3D and virtual 5.1 surround sound and includes preset sound effects with 1band equalizer

7.1 Channel Surround Sound

Simple USB 2.0 Connection (Backwards Compatible w/ USB 1.1)

Support 48/44.1 KHz Sampling Rates For Both Playbacks and Recordings

PRISTINE AUDIO CLARITY – With up to 116 dB SNR at an amazing bit rate of up to 24-bit / 192 kHz, enjoy impressive audio quality for your every need. The sound card also features gold-plated connectors, speaker optimization technology, and digital content encoding capability for the best digital audio performance. Coupled with Audio Stream Input / Output (ASIO) support, Sound Blaster Z SE delivers low-latency and high-fidelity audio, even for your recordings

SBX GAMING EQ PROFILES – Emerge as the last man standing with our updated SBX Gaming Profiles for hot titles such as Apex Legends, Fortnite, Overwatch, PUBG, and more. In-house tuned and optimized to sound the best for the respective games, you can get started right away or further tweak the EQs, instead of having to create the profiles from scratch. Simply select the respective game from our latest Sound Blaster Command software’s menu, and be battle-ready instantly

IMMERSIVE SURROUND SOUND – Get fully immersed and stay focused on your games with our surround sound. The Sound Blaster Z SE now supports 7.1 virtual on headphones and speakers alongside discrete 5.1 for speakers. You can even switch between headphones and your speakers via the software for those times you want to pump the bass, or go stealthier with your headphones. For extra delivery options to your external devices, the Z SE also supports Dolby Digital Live and DTS Encoding

An Excellent 5.1 / 7.1 External USB Sound Card for 5.1 Surround Sound System, Home Theater System

Supports 7.1, 5.1 & 2 Channel Output Using 3.5mm Jacks, a Headphone Port, Line-in & Stereo Microphone inputs

Supports 44.1KHz & 48KHz Sampling Rates for Analog Playback & Recording; SPDIF Digital Output Only Supports 48KHz Audio Playback; SPDIF Optical Input Passthrough Supports up to Two-channel Audio at 48KHz.

Compliant with USB Audio Device Class Specification 1.0

Connectors: USB Type-A, Stereo output jack, Mono microphone-input jack. 2 LED indicators

Driverless for Windows 98SE/ME/2000/XP/Server 003/Vista/Linux/Mac OS

Connectors: USB type a, stereo output jack, mono microphone input jack Size: 57 x 25 x 12mm Usb2.0 full-speed (12mbps) specification 100% brand new 7.1 channel external usb

Turn a USB port into a virtual 7.1 channel Sound Card Works with USB enabled laptop and desktop computers Supports 7.1 surround sound

Built-in volume and mute controls and virtual 7.1 audio output for Windows Built-in volume control buttons

【WIDE APPLICATIONS】Designed for 3.5mm jack devices like headphones, headset or microphones that stop working or have issues with output cutting in and out. It is also suitable for sound card in the computer/laptop/desktop that dying or losing connection with motherboard. You can also use mic and headphone together on iMac/Mac Mini devices with our product.

【LOUDER PREVIOUS-SOUND】Louder the sound that computer cannot do by itself, create surround sound effect which will bring you fantastic feelings. Support normal stereo, earphone, headphone, headset or microphone with 3.5mm jack, Raspberry Pi 2/3 Xbox PS4 Surface Tablet Laptop, especially for gaming headsets.

【NO DRIVERS】Easy to use, no extra drivers is needed. Plug and play for instant audio playback. Microphone/Headphone mute design makes the headset and speaker mode switch freely without unplugging anything from the computer. Output audio sound can be adjusted by the volume adjustment wheel.

1, Model Name: LEAGY USB 7.1 external sound card (channel encoder) for up to 8 speakers

2, Interface: USB 2.0 Full Speed specification | Audio Outputs: 5x jack (line out, front L/R, Side L/R, Rear L/R, C / Sub), 1x Toslink (SPDIF OUT) | Audio inputs: 3x jack (Line In, Mic 1, Mic 2), 1x Toslink (SPDIF IN) | Chipset: Cmedia CM6206

3, soundcard offers multiple connectivity options for analogue and digital audio devices / connect the device with the enclosed USB connection cable to a USB 2.0 port / connect headphones, headsets and speaker systems | simultaneous recording and playback possible | Speaker modes: 2.0, 4.0, 5.1, 7.1

USB 6 Channel 5.1 External Sound Audio Card for PC Laptop OS support: win98 / XP / 2000 / Vista / Win7/8.External sound card USB 6 channel 5.1 audio. Record & play back digital and analog audio without sound card in your computer.

USB sound is and USB audio controller. It supports 32KBz, 44.1khz. (which two need driver or application software support) and 48Khz sampling rate in digital recording, 48KHz sampling in digital nalog audio playback.In digital playback mode, itreceives audio stream form PC via USB interface and transmits audio data according to the AESEBU, IEC60958, SPDIF cnsumer interface standards. Only R L channel PCM audio in 5.1 channel can be conveyed in digital playback mode.

In analog playback mode, it supports 6 channels codec for analog playback In digital recording mode, it receives SPDIF digital audio input and sends back to PC through USB. Three sampling rates, includes 32KHz,44.1KHz are automatically locked internally. In analog recording mode, fixed 48KHz sampling rate issupportedby analog audio recording.

USB 6 Channel 5.1 External Sound Audio Card for PC Laptop OS support: win98 / XP / 2000 / Vista / Win7/8.External sound card USB 6 channel 5.1 audio. Record & play back digital and analog audio without sound card in your computer.

USB sound is and USB audio controller. It supports 32KBz, 44.1khz. (which two need driver or application software support) and 48Khz sampling rate in digital recording, 48KHz sampling in digital nalog audio playback.In digital playback mode, itreceives audio stream form PC via USB interface and transmits audio data according to the AESEBU, IEC60958, SPDIF cnsumer interface standards. Only R L channel PCM audio in 5.1 channel can be conveyed in digital playback mode.

In analog playback mode, it supports 6 channels codec for analog playback In digital recording mode, it receives SPDIF digital audio input and sends back to PC through USB. Three sampling rates, includes 32KHz,44.1KHz are automatically locked internally. In analog recording mode, fixed 48KHz sampling rate issupportedby analog audio recording.

USB 6 Channel 5.1 External Sound Audio Card for PC Laptop OS support: win 10/ 9/ 8 / XP / 2000 / Vista. External sound card USB 6 channel 5.1 audio. Record & play back digital and analog audio without sound card in your computer.

USB sound is and USB audio controller. It supports 32KHz, 44.1KHz. (which two need driver or application software support) and 48KHz sampling rate in digital recording, 48KHz sampling in digital nalog audio playback.In digital playback mode, itreceives audio stream form PC via USB interface and transmits audio data according to the AESEBU, IEC60958, SPDIF cnsumer interface standards. Only R L channel PCM audio in 5.1 channel can be conveyed in digital playback mode.

In analog playback mode, it supports 6 channels codec for analog playback In digital recording mode, it receives SPDIF digital audio input and sends back to PC through USB. Three sampling rates, includes 32KHz,44.1KHz are automatically locked internally. In analog recording mode, fixed 48KHz sampling rate issupportedby analog audio recording.

VIRTUAL 7.1 SURROUND SOUND -The external sound card can switch the 7.1 virtual channel with one key, which can better listen to the sound position in the game, and be immersive when listening to music or watching a movie, bringing an better sound experience.

UNIVERSAL COMPATIBLE -Support PlayStation 4, Windows 98SE/ ME/ 2000/ XP/ Server 2003/ Vista/Windows 7, Linux, Mac OS, etc.Please note that the usb to 3.5mm sound card not support for TRS plug microphones.

PLUG AND PLAY -USB sound card is easy to use, no extra drivers is needed. Plug and play for instant audio playback. Microphone/Headphone mute design makes the headset and speaker mode switch freely without unplugging anything from the computer.

SB sound card can be used to replace a faulty sound card or audio port of your computer. Connect to the computer with a USB A-C cable, with 3.5mm jacks allow microphone and headset connected. This is a practical multimedia USB sound card.

The sound card provides a clear stereo sound effect, with "EQ" key for choosing the sound effect you want. Support headphone and amplifier connection, with additional 3 USB HUB ports is for other USB device connection, and 3 audio ports for audio device connection.

It is also a good volume controller to adjust the volume of your computer speaker, with related key to operate the volume, such as microphone mute key, sound mute key and previous song key, next song key. It's very convenience for your work and life!