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product_id: 334725535
title: "Hi-Res Audio Compatible PCI-E Sound Card & DAC Sound Blaster AE-9\" (SB-AE-9)"
brand: "creative"
price: "335.62 OMR"
currency: OMR
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# Full discrete XAMP bi-amp tech ESS SABER 9038 DAC, 129dB DNR PCI-E interface, 32bit/384kHz playback Hi-Res Audio Compatible PCI-E Sound Card & DAC Sound Blaster AE-9" (SB-AE-9)

**Brand:** creative
**Price:** 335.62 OMR
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎶 Elevate your audio game — hear what others can’t.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Hi-Res Audio Compatible PCI-E Sound Card & DAC Sound Blaster AE-9" (SB-AE-9) by creative
- **How much does it cost?** 335.62 OMR with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## 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

- • **Seamless PC Integration:** Plug-and-play PCI-E interface ensures high-resolution 32bit/384kHz playback with minimal latency for professional-grade audio.
- • **Audiophile-Grade Clarity:** Experience pristine sound with the ESS SABER Class 9038 DAC delivering 129dB dynamic range for ultra-high fidelity.
- • **Intuitive Control Module:** External Audio Control Module offers tactile, real-time adjustments and premium stereo RCA outputs for versatile setups.
- • **Advanced Audio Processing Suite:** Leverage Sound Blaster’s Acoustic Engine plus Dolby Digital Live and DTS Connect encoding for immersive surround sound.
- • **Powerful Headphone Amplification:** Full discrete XAMP bi-amplifier supports headphones up to 600Ω with ultra-low 1Ω output impedance for crystal-clear detail.

## Overview

The Creative Sound Blaster AE-9 is a top-tier PCI-E sound card and DAC designed for audiophiles and professionals. Featuring the ESS SABER 9038 DAC with 129dB dynamic range and 32bit/384kHz playback, it delivers ultra-pure sound. Its discrete XAMP bi-amplifier supports high-impedance headphones up to 600Ω with low output impedance, ensuring detailed and powerful audio. The included external Audio Control Module provides advanced processing and convenient control, making it the ultimate upgrade for PC audio enthusiasts.

## Description

Creative Hi-Res Audio Compatible PCI-E Sound Card & DAC Sound Blaster AE-9" (SB-AE-9)

## Features

- Interface: PCI Express × 1 / Power Supply: (Main Card): PCI-E Bus Power
- System Requirements (Windows): Intel Core i3 or AMD Equivalent or Better Processor / Intel or AMD Compatible Motherboard
- External Size: (Main Card): about 178 × 22 × 127 mm / (ACM): about 150 × 128 × 65 mm / Weight: (Main Card): about 230 g / (ACM): about 480 g
- Product Contents: Sound Blaster AE-9 Main Card / Audio Control Module / Stereo-RCA Cable × 2

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Brand | Creative |
| Product Dimensions | 21 x 11.2 x 19.2 cm; 1.24 kg |
| Item model number | SB1780 |
| Manufacturer | Creative Labs |
| Series | Creative Sound Blaster |
| Color | Black |
| Standing screen display size | 9 Inches |
| Hardware Platform | PCIe |
| Are Batteries Included | No |
| Item Weight | 1.24 Kilograms |

## Product Details

- **Compatible devices:** Laptop, Desktop Computer
- **Brand:** Creative
- **Hardware interface:** PCI
- **Audio output mode:** stereo, surround
- **Platform:** Windows

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Is there sound latency with this product? If so, how much latency is there?**
A: Depends on how many plugins your project is using, but it's very low even with complex tracks.

**Q: can i use a goxlr with it ?**
A: Only if you split your mic/headset to 2 separate inputs/outputs as you can only use 1 device for each input/output. Since the goxlr is usb only and not compatible with a toslink cable you cannot connect the two for a single output. I would say if you don't need to mix your audio on the fly and want an upgrade solely for audio input and output quality from a goxlr, then the ae-9 is better for both mic input as it's balanced(usb is unbalanced), and a much higher audio output quality. unfortunately not a balanced headphone/headset plug, but have had no issues like static or feedback from the non balanced output even at max volume. I use my ae-9 with my shure sm7b (with cloudlifter and phantom power on), and my sennheiser hd650s with no issues.

**Q: How long is the ACM cable?**
A: No more than 40 cm.

**Q: does this card support balanced audio?**
A: For the mic input yes, for the audio output no unless using toslink to separate dac

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*Last updated: 2026-02-12*