• 1 device. 3 surround sound technologies. 7 I/O connectors.Your all-in-one audio upgrade starts here with Sound Blaster X4.

    Multi-channel

    • Up to 7.1 discrete for multi-channel speakers
    • Up to 7.1 virtual for headphones

    Surround

    • Super X-Fi Headphone Holography
    • Sound Blasters renowned Surround Virtualization
    • Dolby Digital Live

    I/O connectors

    • Line-out and Line-in
    • Optical-out and Optical-in
    • USB-C for power and audio
    • Mic-in
    • Headset-in

    Communication

    • SmartComms Kit with auto mute and two-way noise cancellation
    • CrystalVoice for clear recordings and in-game communications

    Controls

    • Volume control knob
    • Direct mic mute button
    • Three EQ modes and Direct mode
    • Super X-Fi and SXFI BATTLE Mode on / off
    • Speakers (Line-out) and headphones switch
    • Audio Balance feature

    Software

    • Creative app via USB on Windows PC or Intel-based Mac system for full audio customization
    • Creative app via Bluetooth® on Android and iOS for quick EQ and audio tweaks

    Headphone amplifier

    Supports headphone impedance of 32-600Ω

    Gaming

    • SXFI BATTLE Mode for realistic audio cues, details, and depth
    • Scout Mode that instantly lets you in on the faintest sounds made by your foes

    Audio and power

    • 114 dB, 24-bit / 192 kHz
    • Convenient USB-C Bus-powered

    MULTI-CHANNEL SURROUND

    #TeamSpeakers or #TeamHeadphones? Why not both? The Sound Blaster X4 supports up to 7.1 discrete and virtual audio channels, so you wont have to compromise on the way you enjoy your audio. It is also capable of incredible sound performance-acoustics depth and detail-giving a new lease of life to your headphones and speakers.

    Also, it offers not just one, but three different surround sound delivery options. Feel free to discover the unique characteristics of each surround option, try them out on different types of media content, and maybe-relive that favorite piece of yours in a whole new light.

    Super X-FiHeadphone Holography

    More than just surround technology, Super X-Fi is our award-winning audio technology that captures the listening experience of a high-end multi-speaker system in a professional studio to recreates the same expansive experience in headphones. Without missing out on audio cues and immersive ambient effects, youll be able to hear the details effortlessly from your headphones-especially spoken dialogs in shows-with natural and lifelike soundstage thats deeply immersive and highly realistic, akin to the movie theaters.

    Once set up, simply toggle Super X-Fi on and off using the SXFI button located on the device itself.

    More from the Manufacturer

Learn more about Creative Labs Sound Blaster X4

Model
Brand
Creative
Model
Sound Blaster X4
Part Number
70SB181500000
Audio core
Audio Chipset
Sound Blaster Acoustic Engine, Super X-Fi
Channels
7.1
SNR
114dB
Details
Interface
USB-C, USB Bus Powered
Operating Systems Supported
Windows® 10 Ver 1703, macOS 10.15 and above, Windows® 11
System Requirements
Windows® OS
Intel® Core™i3 or AMD® equivalent processor
Intel, AMD, or 100% compatible motherboard
Microsoft® Windows 11, Windows 10 32 / 64-bit Ver 1703 or higher
> 4 GB RAM
> 4 GB of free hard disk space
USB 2.0 / USB 3.0 port
macOS
macOS X® 10.15 or higher
Supports Intel-based and Apple CPU chipsets
> 4 GB RAM
USB 2.0 / USB 3.0 port
PS5
Firmware Version 20.02-2.26.00.00-00.00.00.0.1 or later
Available USB port
Audio Balance feature requires a HDMI to Optical converter (not included)
PS4
Firmware Version 5.0 or later
Available USB port
Available Optical-out port (for Audio Balance)
Nintendo Switch
Switch OS 5.0 or later
Available 3.5 mm headphone port
Available USB port (in docking mode)
External USB Power (not included)
Voice communication is title-dependent
Android^
Android OS Version 8.0 or later
Device must have built-in Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) support
iOS^
iOS Version 12.0 or later
Device must have built-in Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) support
^Used as a remote controller for Sound Blaster X4 on PS5 / PS4 / Nintendo Switch only, does not support Bluetooth audio streaming
Features
Features
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 600O
EASY ACCESS TO ALL CONTROLS - Pick between three EQ modes or re-program them, and save your settings on the device. There are also the Direct Mic Mute, Direct Mode, Super X-Fi and SXFI BATTLE Mode on/off buttons, as well as a speaker (Line-out) and headphones switch button.
GAME AND HEAR YOUR WAY – Choose between SXFI BATTLE Mode or Scout and get to winning your FPS game.
Dimensions & Weight
Dimensions
130.5 mm x 130.5 mm x 40.6 mm (5.14 x 5.14 x 1.60 inches)
Weight
384g / 13.55 oz
Package Contents
Package Contents
Sound Blaster X4
USB-A to USB-C Cable (2m / 6.56 ft)
Optical Cable (1m / 3.28 ft)
SmartComms Kit Leaflet
Quick Start Guide and Leaflets
Warranty Leaflets
Manufacturer Warranty
Parts
1 Year
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