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SABRENT - SABRENT USB External Stereo Sound Adapter for Windows and Mac. Plug and Play No Drivers Needed. (AU-MMSA) - -10%
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  • Connectors: USB Type-A, Stereo output jack, Mono microphone-input jack.
  • Driverless for Windows 98SE/ME/2000/XP/Server 2003/Vista/7/8/Linux/Mac OSX.
  • USB bus-powered, no external power required.
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Creative - Creative Labs Sound Blaster Play! 3 External USB Sound Adapter for Windows and Mac. Plug and Play (No Drivers Required). Upgrade to 24-Bit 96Khz Playback - -24%
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  • power source type: Corded Electric
  • No drivers needed -- works straight out of the box.
  • Works with PC and Mac -- Compatible with Windows 10, 8.1, 7; and Mac OS x10.9 or higher. Enhance your listening experience -- Upgrade your existing on-board sound to a USB DAC capable of 24-bit 96kHz playback Instantly!
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UGREEN - UGREEN USB to Audio Jack Sound Card Adapter with Dual TRS 3-Pole 3.5mm Headphone and Microphone USB to Aux 3.5mm External Audio Converter for Windows Mac Linux PC Laptops Desktops PS5 Switch 2
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  • Upgrade the Sound Quality: UGREEN Aux to USB adapter is the perfect solution for upgrading the sound quality of your laptop or desktop computer. With its high-resolution DAC chip, this adapter offers stunning audio quality that will completely transform your listening experience
  • Crystal-Clear Sound: Experience high-fidelity audio like never before! With a built-in DAC chip, this USB audio adapter delivers rich and immersive audio. The USB Aux adapter facilitates high-resolution audio output and noise reduction up to 16bit/48kHz to enhance the original sound quality of your devices
  • Plug and Play: Simply connect this sound card to your device and you're ready to go - no drivers or external power sources required. Whether you're using it for gaming, recording music, or watching movies, this adapter is sure to impress
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SABRENT - SABRENT USB to 3.5mm Jack Audio Adapter, USB to Headphone Jack Adapter Sound Card, Upgrade to 24-Bit 96Khz for a deep Sound Quality (AU-UCMA) - -41%
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  • Enhanced USB Sound Card: Enjoy a high-quality USB audio adapter, for stereo audio output and mono microphone input. This has dual 3.5mm analog sound jacks and works with most USB Type-C host devices.
  • USB to audio jack adapter: The Sabrent Type-C Audio Adapter delivers quality sound, surpassing inferior adapters limited to 16-bit/44KHz, with input/output at 16/24-bit and up to 96KHz.
  • 3.5mm to USB: This audio adapter is bus-powered, energy-efficient, and features dynamic power-saving modes with a simple plug-and-play design. Enjoy quality sound without draining your battery.
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16.99 USD
9.99 USD
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StarTech - StarTech.com 7.1 USB Sound Card - External Sound Card for Laptop with SPDIF Digital Audio - Sound Card for PC - Silver (ICUSBAUDIO7D)
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  • 7.1 USB SOUND CARD: This External Sound Card adds up to 7.1 channels of audio through a single USB port to your computer; This sound card supports 7.1, 5.1 and 2 channel output using 3.5mm jacks, a headphone port, line-in and stereo microphone inputs
  • UPGRADE YOUR PC SOUND: With support for analog and digital audio output for stereo to 7.1 channel audio applications, the bus-powered audio to USB adapter upgrades the existing integrated audio on a desktop or laptop computer; 1m USB Cable Included
  • QUALITY AUDIO: Supports 44.1KHz and 48KHz sampling rates for analog playback and recording; SPDIF Digital output only supports 48KHz audio playback; SPDIF optical input passthrough supports up to two-channel audio at 48KHz
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36.55 USD
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biaze - USB to 3.5mm Jack Audio Adapter External Sound Card with 3.5mm Headphone and Microphone TRS Jack to USB Compatible with Windows, Laptops, Desktops Windows, MAC, Linux, PC, PS5, PS4
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  • ใ€USB Stereo Sound Cardใ€‘This biaze USB audio adapter is ideal to replace your faulty sound card or audio port. It extends the 3.5mm mono microphone input and speaker-headphone output via the USB port, allowing you to connect small speakers, headphones, microphones, dual-plug headphones and more
  • ใ€Dual functions Audio Interfaceใ€‘Support listening + speaking. Support CTIA standards jack. Support Android earphones. Support Windows 10/8.1/8/7/Vista/XP, Mac OS X, Linux, Google Chromebook, Windows Surface 3 pro, Raspberry Pi and PS4 PS5 etc
  • ใ€Crystal-Clear Soundใ€‘Experience high-fidelity audio like never before! With a built-in DAC chip, this USB audio adapter delivers rich and immersive audio. The USB Aux adapter facilitates high-resolution audio output and noise reduction up to 16bit/48kHz to enhance the original sound quality of your devices
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12.99 USD
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Cubilux - Cubilux 7.1 USB Surround Sound Card- 48KHz-384KHz Sample Rate for Headphones, Full Aluminum Alloy USB A External Sound Card for Laptop PC-Supports Line-in & Stereo Mic in
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  • ใ€7.1 Surround Soundใ€‘Immerse yourself in a rich audio experience with 7.1 & 5.1 USB surround sound, perfect for gaming, movies, and music. It supports stereo headphone output, line-in input, mic input and 5.1/7.1 output.
  • ใ€Enjoy Endless Hi-Res Musicใ€‘ The headphones output supports sampling rates and resolution from 44.1Khz/16-bit to 384Khz/24-bit, and the 7.1 surround audio supports sampling rates up to 48KHz, letting you enjoy your favorite Hi-Res music on Spotify, YouTube Music, Apple Music, Amazon Music etc.
  • ใ€Durable Aluminum Alloy Caseใ€‘Full Aluminum alloy housing enables full isolation of electronic interference and ensures no-loss transmission of an audio signal without static or ground noise.
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29.09 USD
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PHOINIKAS - T10 External Sound Card, PHOINIKAS USB Audio Adapter for PC Windows, Mac, Linux, Laptops, Desktops, Stereo Sound Card with 3.5mm Interface & USB Interface, Volume Control, Plug & Play (6-in-1, Black)
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  • Plug & Play: USB audio adapter can be used to replace a faulty sound card or audio port. Compatible with Windows XP/7/8/10, Mac IOS, etc. Connects to PC or laptop via USB port, plug and play, no driver required.
  • Multiple 3.5mm Ports: External sound card is equipped with three 3.5mm ports, you can connect PS5, PS4, Xbox One, headphones, microphone and other 3.5mm interface devices to PC or laptop through the sound card.
  • Multiple USB Ports: USB sound card is equipped with 3 USB ports, so you can connect your keyboard, mouse, card reader, webcam, MP3 player, and other USB interface devices to your PC or laptop via the sound card. (Note: Headphones cannot be used with the USB port)
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24.99 USD
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SABRENT - SABRENT USB Type-C to 3.5mm Audio Adapter with 100W PD, USB C External Sound Card for Headset Microphone Speakers Stereo Output 24-bit 96KHz Compatible with Laptop Tablet Smartphone (AU-PACM) - -46%
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  • USB Type-C Audio Adapter: Convert any USB Type-C port into a portable sound card. Connect your headset, microphone, or speakers through the 3.5mm jack and enjoy rich, high-quality audio anywhere.
  • High-Resolution Audio Input and Output: Supports stereo audio output and mono audio input at 16/24-bit with up to 96KHz sampling for clear and immersive sound. Record and playback simultaneously with ease.
  • 100W Power Delivery Pass-Through: Enjoy audio while charging your device with the integrated USB-C PD 3.0 input port. Supports up to 100W to keep your laptop, tablet, or phone powered without sacrificing functionality.
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29.99 USD
15.99 USD
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