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    Sound Blaster: Worth it?

    Discussion in 'Alienware 14 and M14x' started by Jovan for PREZ, Jul 28, 2011.

  1. Jovan for PREZ

    Jovan for PREZ Notebook Consultant

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    Hey, I'm in the stages of saving up money for this computer, and wanted to know if the whole Sound Blaster feature is worth it. Does it even make a noticable improvement in the machine? Second, it says "Software Enabled" Does that mean that it's just software that enhances audio performance?
     
    Jovan for PREZ, Jul 28, 2011
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  2. Gearsguy

    Gearsguy Notebook Deity

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    I think it is just software, but I think it supposedly increases the volume (without losing clarity) but 30% I think.
     
    Gearsguy, Jul 28, 2011
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  3. Panchowska

    Panchowska Notebook Guru

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    Yes, it's just software. For me at least is worth it. It has some neat effects.
     
    Panchowska, Jul 28, 2011
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    Yes worth it, the sound is very clear. More like a system with much larger speakers. ;)
     
    alienwolf, Jul 29, 2011
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    set128 Newbie

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    I also confirm it's all software and it's worth it.
    but an even better investment would be for you to buy a better set of headphone/headset.
     
    set128, Jul 30, 2011
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