This download contains the latest driver and application(s) for use with your Sound Blaster® EVO Zx or EVO ZxR headset on Windows® operating systems. This software includes support for Windows 8.1 (32-bit and 64-bit). For more details, read the rest of this web release note.

This download supports the following devices only:

• Sound Blaster EVO Zx headset
• Sound Blaster EVO ZxR headset

This download contains the following driver and application(s):

• Sound Blaster EVO Zx headset driver, or
• Sound Blaster EVO ZxR headset driver
• Sound Blaster EVO Control Panel

Requirements:

• Microsoft® Windows 8.1 32-bit or 64-bit, Windows 8 32-bit or 64-bit, Windows 7 32-bit or 64-bit, Windows Vista® 32-bit or 64-bit with Service Pack 1 or higher
• Sound Blaster EVO Zx headset, or
• Sound Blaster EVO ZxR headset

Notes:

• To install this pack
  1. Download the file onto your local hard disk.
  2. Double-click the downloaded file.
  3. Follow the instructions on the screen.

This download contains the latest driver and application(s) for use with your Sound Blaster® EVO Zx or EVO ZxR headset for Mac® operating systems. For more details, read the rest of this web release note.

This download supports the following devices only:

• Sound Blaster EVO Zx headset
• Sound Blaster EVO ZxR headset

This download contains the following driver and application(s):

• Sound Blaster EVO Zx headset driver, or
• Sound Blaster EVO ZxR headset driver 
• Sound Blaster EVO Control Panel

Requirements:

• Mac OS X® 10.9
• Sound Blaster EVO Zx headset, or
• Sound Blaster EVO ZxR headset

Notes:

• To install this pack
  1. Download the file onto your local hard disk.
  2. Double-click the downloaded file to uncompress it.
  3. Double-click the uncompressed DMG file.
  4. Double-click the <Install> icon.
  5. To complete the installation, follow the instructions on the screen.

This download contains an updated firmware for Sound Blaster® EVO ZxR and is for Mac® OS X® only. For more details, read the rest of this web release note.

Fixes:

• Support USB audio on PlayStation®4 (new release in April 2014)
• Improved robustness of firmware upgrade for USB 3.0
• Improved robustness of redial (last number callback) on phones
• Improved headset's left-right balance when using TT mode
• Fixed audio issue during phone call
• Improved robustness of the headset's power up

Requirements:

• Apple® Mac OS X 10.5.8 and above
• Sound Blaster EVO ZxR
• USB port

Notes:

• To install the firmware, do the following:
  1. Download the file onto your local hard disk.
  2. Ensure that your SB EVO ZxR is connected to your computer.
  3. Double-click the downloaded file.
  4. Follow the instructions on the screen.
  5. After the installation of the firmware is completed, unplug and plug in your device again.
• WARNING: Please ensure your device is connected during installation. Do not unplug your device until full installation completes. The installation will take a while. Do not restart your Mac during the firmware upgrade. Do not use a USB hub for the installation.

This download contains an updated firmware for Sound Blaster® EVO ZxR and is for Windows® only. This firmware includes support for Windows 8.1 (32-bit and 64-bit). For more details, read the rest of this web release note.

Fixes:

• Support USB audio on PlayStation®4 (new release in April 2014)
• Improved robustness of firmware upgrade for USB 3.0
• Improved robustness of redial (last number callback) on phones
• Improved headset's left-right balance when using TT mode
• Fixed audio issue during phone call
• Improved robustness of the headset's power up

Requirements:

• Microsoft® Windows 8.1 32-bit or 64-bit; Windows 8 32-bit or 64-bit; Windows 7 32-bit or 64-bit; Windows Vista® 32-bit or 64-bit (SP2)
• Sound Blaster EVO ZxR
• USB port

Notes:

• To install the firmware, do the following:
  1. Download the file onto your local hard disk.
  2. Ensure that your SB EVO ZxR is connected to your computer.
  3. Double-click the downloaded file.
  4. Follow the instructions on the screen.
  5. After the installation of the firmware is completed, unplug and plug in your device again.
• WARNING: Please ensure your device is connected during installation. Do not unplug your device until full installation completes. The installation will take a while. Do not restart your PC during the firmware upgrade. Do not use a USB hub for the installation.

This download contains the Sound Blaster Services application for Android. For more details, read the rest of this web release note.

Sound Blaster Services

Sound Blaster Services manages the communication between an Android device and Sound Blaster devices. It supports simultaneous access from multiple applications, thus eliminating conflicts. It also allows third party application developers to develop applications for the Sound Blaster range of products.

Requirements:

• Devices with Android 2.3 or above
• Devices with Bluetooth capability
• Creative Sound Blaster Bluetooth devices
• Devices with screen resolution of 480x320 or higher 

Supported devices:

• Sound BlasterAxx SBX 10
• Sound BlasterAxx SBX 20
• Sound Blaster EVO Zx
• Sound Blaster EVO ZxR
• Sound BlasterAxx AXX 200

Notes: 

• Enable "Unknown Sources" on your device to allow installation of the application.
• To install the application to your Android device, do the following:
1. Download the application from the Web to your Android device's internal storage. 
2. After the download is complete, tap the application in the popup box/notification panel. 
3. Tap Install. 
4. Tap OK when asked to replace existing application.
5. After the installation is complete, tap Open and you may start using Sound Blaster Services. 
• Some features mentioned are product specific, refer to its user manual for details.

This download contains the Sound Blaster VoiceFX application for Android. For more details, read the rest of this web release note.

What's New:

• Bug fixes
• Developed the communication module into Sound Blaster Services

Sound Blaster VoiceFX

Sound Blaster VoiceFX gives you quick access to the Voice FX features of Creative Sound Blaster Bluetooth devices. It allows you to morph your voice into different characters -- orc, female, male, munchkin or scrappy kid, all through a single tap on the screen!

Key features include:

• Simple Voice FX Switching
  • Quickly and easily switch between Voice FX characters on the same screen

Requirements:

• Devices with Android 2.3 or above
• Devices with Bluetooth capability
• Creative Sound Blaster Bluetooth devices
• Devices with screen resolution of 480x320 or higher 

Supported devices:

• Sound BlasterAxx SBX 10
• Sound BlasterAxx SBX 20
• Sound Blaster EVO Zx
• Sound Blaster EVO ZxR
• Sound BlasterAxx AXX 200

Notes: 

• Enable "Unknown Sources" on your device to allow installation of the application.
• To install the application to your Android device, do the following:
  1. Download the application from the Web to your Android device's internal storage. 
  2. After the download is complete, tap the application in the popup box/notification panel. 
  3. Tap Install. 
  4. Tap OK when asked to replace existing application.
  5. After the installation is complete, tap Open and you may start using Sound Blaster VoiceFX. 
• Important: This new version of Sound Blaster VoiceFX requires Sound Blaster Services.