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product_id: 518366431
title: "Sound Blaster X1 Hi-res Super X-Fi External USB DAC and Headphone Amplifier for PC and Mac, also compatible with PS4, PS5, and Nintendo Switch"
brand: "creative"
price: "€ 92.46"
currency: EUR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "Creative"
url: https://www.desertcart.nl/products/518366431-sound-blaster-x1-hi-res-super-x-fi-external-usb
store_origin: NL
region: Netherlands
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# 600Ω powerful headphone amp 24-bit/96kHz Hi-Res DAC Plug-and-play USB-C connectivity Sound Blaster X1 Hi-res Super X-Fi External USB DAC and Headphone Amplifier for PC and Mac, also compatible with PS4, PS5, and Nintendo Switch

**Brand:** creative
**Price:** € 92.46
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

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

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Sound Blaster X1 Hi-res Super X-Fi External USB DAC and Headphone Amplifier for PC and Mac, also compatible with PS4, PS5, and Nintendo Switch by creative
- **How much does it cost?** € 92.46 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.nl](https://www.desertcart.nl/products/518366431-sound-blaster-x1-hi-res-super-x-fi-external-usb)

## 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

- • **Instant Hi-Res Audio Upgrade:** Transform any PC, Mac, or console with crystal-clear 24-bit/96kHz playback for immersive sound.
- • **Seamless Plug-and-Play Setup:** No drivers needed; connect via USB-C and control mic mute/unmute effortlessly during calls or gaming.
- • **Ultra-Lightweight & Portable:** At just 15g, carry a professional-grade amp that fits right in your pocket—audio freedom anywhere.
- • **Award-Winning Super X-Fi Surround:** Experience cinema-like spatial audio that brings your favorite shows and games to life.
- • **Customizable Sound with Creative App:** Tailor your audio with EQ presets and smart enhancements like Dialog+ and Scout Mode for perfect clarity.

## Overview

The CREATIVE Sound Blaster X1 is a compact, high-resolution external USB DAC and headphone amplifier compatible with PC, Mac, PS4, PS5, and Nintendo Switch. Featuring a 24-bit/96kHz AKM DAC, a powerful 600Ω headphone amp, and award-winning Super X-Fi surround technology, it delivers immersive, crystal-clear sound. Lightweight and portable at just 15g, it offers plug-and-play USB-C connectivity with inline mic controls and customizable audio enhancements via the Creative app, making it an essential upgrade for audiophiles and gamers seeking premium sound on the go.

## Description

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Review: Superb sound via PC speakers. - Much better quality than the onboard codec in Rog Strix Gaming motherboard. The downloaded App allows for creation of many different listening experiences. The sound quality produced from the Creative T100 speakers attached to the PC is amazing considering how small and inexpensive this DAC is.
Review: Great but....... - If you game on a PC or PlayStation 5 this is a pretty good upgrade on the standard onboard Dac fitted on most motherboards or consoles. This with purchased because I found the output from the PlayStation controller was a little on the quiet side especially when using higher impedance headphones, this little amp allows you to use harder to drive headsets without compromising the overall volume, this will drive most headsets louder than you could reasonably tolerate. Regarding the super XFI , I would in all seriousness ignore it, it sounds frankly terrible and makes all the sounds appear as if they're coming from within a tin can ,on that score it's disappointing however as a DAC amp what it does do is effectively provide breathing space between the sounds that you hear in the headphones as opposed to having it all clumped together in the center, which I found the controller did, note I'm not talking about left and right sound balance that remains the same as the controller it's the bit in between that gets evened out. Is this an essential purchase? No absolutely not, however it does provide a nice uplift to onboard audio and I found this a worthy purchase compared to the onboard sound, your mileage may vary. One last thing to note it also allows headset microphone audio to be passed through without issue.

## Features

- ENJOY INSTANT AUDIO UPGRADE – Plug in the Sound Blaster X1 to any of your PC, Mac, or gaming consoles, and experience an instant audio boost with enhanced audio clarity, made possible by its built-in AKM DAC. Delivering high-resolution 24-bit / 96 kHz playback, enjoy detailed audio with clarity and accuracy from your favourite apps and music players, including Netflix, Spotify, Apple Music, and YouTube
- AWARD-WINNING SUPER X-FI - Experience the familiar surround effects effortlessly from your headphones, especially spoken dialogs in shows, with natural and lifelike soundstage that's deeply immersive and highly realistic, akin to the movie theater. Perfect for bingeing on your favorite shows, so you don’t miss out on audio cues and immersive ambient effects
- LIGHTWEIGHT, POWERFUL AMPLIFIER - Weighing at just 15g / 0.5 oz, the Sound Blaster X1 is so portable, it is basically a professional audio system that fits in your pocket. It also features a 600Ω headphone amplifier so you can maximize the full performance of what your favorite pair of headphones is capable of, wherever you are with this portable audio accessory
- PLUG-AND-PLAY WITH CONVENIENT CONTROLS - The Sound Blaster X1 connects directly to your device via the included USB-C cable and does not require any driver for setup. It also acts an inline remote for you to toggle between mic mute and unmute, especially useful if you are using your headset for calls
- FURTHER ENHANCEMENT WITH CREATIVE APP - Personalize your audio by tweaking EQ presets and access a comprehensive suite of audio enhancements such as Dialog+, Scout Mode, and CrystalVoice via the app. It also comes with a suite of smart communication enhancements features from SmartComms Kit to improve the way you communicate during online meetings, in-game communications, and more

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0BBV3F7VB |
| Are Batteries Included | No |
| Best Sellers Rank | 19 in Headphone Amplifiers |
| Brand | CREATIVE |
| Colour | Black |
| Customer Reviews | 4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars (67) |
| Date First Available | 25 Aug. 2022 |
| Guaranteed software updates until | unknown |
| Hardware Platform | PlayStation 5 |
| Item Weight | 15 g |
| Item model number | ZZ0090 |
| Manufacturer | Creative Labs |
| Product Dimensions | 0.97 x 17.5 x 6.7 cm; 15 g |

## Images

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Superb sound via PC speakers.
*by P***R on 23 July 2025*

Much better quality than the onboard codec in Rog Strix Gaming motherboard. The downloaded App allows for creation of many different listening experiences. The sound quality produced from the Creative T100 speakers attached to the PC is amazing considering how small and inexpensive this DAC is.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great but.......
*by M***H on 27 October 2025*

If you game on a PC or PlayStation 5 this is a pretty good upgrade on the standard onboard Dac fitted on most motherboards or consoles. This with purchased because I found the output from the PlayStation controller was a little on the quiet side especially when using higher impedance headphones, this little amp allows you to use harder to drive headsets without compromising the overall volume, this will drive most headsets louder than you could reasonably tolerate. Regarding the super XFI , I would in all seriousness ignore it, it sounds frankly terrible and makes all the sounds appear as if they're coming from within a tin can ,on that score it's disappointing however as a DAC amp what it does do is effectively provide breathing space between the sounds that you hear in the headphones as opposed to having it all clumped together in the center, which I found the controller did, note I'm not talking about left and right sound balance that remains the same as the controller it's the bit in between that gets evened out. Is this an essential purchase? No absolutely not, however it does provide a nice uplift to onboard audio and I found this a worthy purchase compared to the onboard sound, your mileage may vary. One last thing to note it also allows headset microphone audio to be passed through without issue.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Drives 250ohm DT 770s without breaking a sweat - worked first time (Win 11)
*by S***G on 12 December 2025*

Needed it to drive some DT770Pros (250ohms) as I had to remove my Soundblaster Pro PCIE soundcard for my new GPU. Suffice to say that it was compatible with them right out of the box and it's all loud and clear. Seems the sound is better with the power turned off and letting it passively passthrough the audio. I've had my DT 770s for 6-years, glad to keep them going for longer for just £35. Very easy to install, however just make sure you have the correct USB connector. It uses the latest versions at both ends, you may need to check that you don't need a USB 3.0/3.1 to 3.2 lead (like I did) to make it work.

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*Store origin: NL*
*Last updated: 2026-02-14*