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This download contains the Sound Blaster X7 Control application for Android™. For more details, read the rest of this web release note.

What's New

• Added option to enable/disable Headphone Surround processing in Line/Optical Out*
• Added option to select audio output to passive speakers and/or active speakers (Line Out)*
• Added option to enable/disable Auto Standby*

* Requires the latest firmware

Sound Blaster X7 Control

Sound Blaster X7 Control gives you complete audio controls, enhancements and customization of the Sound Blaster X7 features for the best music, movies and gaming experience - just like a remote control right in the palm of your hand!

Key features include:

• Bluetooth Connectivity Tool
  • Easily manage and customize connections to Creative Sound Blaster Bluetooth devices.
• Advanced Controls
  • Sound Blaster X7 Control grants you mobile access to a full suite of advanced features that improves your music, movies, gaming and communication experience. E.g. Increase movie dialog levels for added clarity, soften explosions so you won't wake the family, remove ambient and acoustic noise for clearer communication, or turn on Scout Mode to gain an added advantage in game combat!
• Speaker/Headphones Configuration
  • Easily switch between headphones, stereo or multi-channel speakers
  • Switch between DSP or Direct Mode playback
  • Enable high power amplifier output (requires upgrade to high power AC adaptor)
• Calibration
  • Adjust position of speakers and the volume level of each channel for best audio listening experience
• Audio Profile Customization
  • Select preset audio profile for Music, Movies or Games
  • Adjust and fine-tune each settings to suit personal preference
  • Save/share customized profiles

Requirements:

• Devices with Android 2.3 or above
• Devices with Bluetooth capability
• Devices with screen resolution of 480x320 or higher
• Sound Blaster X7

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 the Sound Blaster X7 Control.
• Some features mentioned are product specific, refer to its user manual for details.
• Important: This new version of Sound Blaster X7 Control requires Sound Blaster Services.

This download contains the software(s) and application(s) for Sound Blaster® Z-Series. For more details, read the rest of this Web release note.

This download supports and is applicable for the following models:

• Sound Blaster Z (SB1500, SB1502)
• Sound Blaster Zx (SB1506)

What's New:

• Bug fixes and general improvements

Requirements:

• Microsoft® Windows 10 32-bit or 64-bit, Windows 8.1 32-bit or 64-bit, Windows 8 32-bit or 64-bit, Windows 7 32-bit or 64-bit
• Sound Blaster Z or Sound Blaster Zx

Notes:

To install this pack, do the following:

1. Download the file onto your local hard disk.
2. Double-click the downloaded file.
3. Follow the instructions on screen.
4. Restart your computer when prompted.

This download contains the latest driver and application(s) for use with your Sound Blaster® X7 on Mac® operating systems. This software includes support for Mac® OS X® 10.11. For more details, please read the rest of this web release note.

The highlight of this package, the Sound Blaster X7 Control Panel, provides you with various configuration options to enhance the performance of your product.

This download supports the following devices only:

• Sound Blaster X7
• Creative BT-W2 USB Bluetooth® Audio Transceiver

What's New

• Added option to enable/disable Headphone Surround processing in Line/Optical Out*
• Added option to select audio output to passive speakers and/or active speakers (Line Out)*
• Added option to enable/disable Auto Standby*

* Requires the latest firmware

Requirements:

• Mac® OS X® 10.6.8 and above

Notes:

• This software works with the Creative BT-W2 USB Bluetooth Audio Transceiver to provide wireless control of your Sound Blaster X7.
• To install this pack, do the following:
  1. Download the file onto your local hard disk.
  2. Ensure that your device is connected to your computer.
  3. Double-click the downloaded file to uncompress it.
  4. Double-click the uncompressed DMG file.
  5. Double-click the Install icon and follow the instructions on screen.

This download contains the driver and application(s) for use with your Sound Blaster® X7 on Windows® operating systems. Important: Uninstall the current software before upgrading to Windows 10 to prevent possible acoustic feedback. Install this software pack only after Windows 10 upgrade. For more details, read the rest of this web release note.

This download supports the following devices only:

• Sound Blaster X7
• Creative BT-W2 USB Bluetooth® Audio Transceiver

What's New

• Added option to enable/disable Headphone Surround processing in Line/Optical Out*
• Added option to select audio output to passive speakers and/or active speakers (Line Out)*
• Added option to enable/disable Auto Standby*

* Requires the latest firmware

Requirements:

• Windows 11
• Windows 10 32-bit
• Windows 10 64-bit
• Windows 8 32-bit
• Windows 8 64-bit
• Windows 8.1 64-bit
• Windows 8.1 32-bit
• Windows 7 32-bit
• Windows 7 64-bit
• Windows Vista 32-bit
• Windows Vista 64-bit

Notes:

• This software works with the Creative BT-W2 USB Bluetooth Audio Transceiver to provide wireless control of your Sound Blaster X7.
• To install this pack
  1. Download the file onto your local hard disk.
  2. Ensure that your device is connected to your computer.
  3. Double-click the downloaded file.
  4. Follow the instructions on screen.
• Disable mic monitoring if acoustic feedback occurs.

This download contains the latest driver and application(s) for use with your Creative® iRoar™ on Windows® operating systems. For more details, please read the rest of this web release note.

This download supports and is applicable for the following hardware:

• Creative iRoar

What's New:

• Added Japanese and Russian language

Requirements:

• Microsoft® Windows® 10 32-bit or 64-bit, 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

Notes:

• To install this pack, do the following:
  1. Download the file onto your local hard disk.
  2. Ensure that your device is connected to your computer.
  3. Double-click the downloaded file.
  4. Follow the instructions on the screen.
  5. Restart your computer when prompted.

This download contains an updated firmware for Sound Blaster® R3/A6U. For more details, read the rest of this web release note.

This download supports and is applicable for the following hardware:

• Sound Blaster R3/A6U

Fixes:

• Improved vocal mic latency when all mic effects are turned off.

Requirements:

• Microsoft® Windows® 10 32-bit or 64-bit, 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
• Sound Blaster R3/A6U

Notes:

• To install the firmware, do the following:
  1. Download the file onto your local hard disk.
  2. Ensure that your device is connected to your computer.
  3. Double-click the downloaded file.
  4. Follow the instructions on the screen.

This download contains the latest X-Plus Configurator application for use with your Sound BlasterX® H7 on Windows® operating systems. The highlight of this package, the X-Plus Configurator, provides you with options to enhance the performance of your product with hardware-based X-Plus Signature. For more details, please read the rest of this web release note.

X-Plus Signature

Designed for the discerning competitive gamer, the Sound BlasterX H7 comes with an enhanced hardware-based X-Plus mode when connected via USB. It ramps up audio cues that matter most and clamps down on other not-so-crucial sounds – delivering precision sound and accurate directional cuesfor the added advantage in competitive games. Once the Sound BlasterX H7 is configured with your desired X-Plus game profile, you can enjoy the same enhanced audio signature at any tournament venue – no driver or application installation required.

This download supports and is applicable for the following hardware:

• Sound BlasterX H7

Requirements:

• Microsoft® Windows 10 32-bit or 64-bit, 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 BlasterX H7

Notes:

• To install this pack, do the following:
  1. Download the file onto your local hard disk.
  2. Double-click the downloaded file.
  3. Follow the instructions on the screen.
  4. Restart your computer when prompted.

This download contains the latest X-Plus Configurator application for use with your Sound BlasterX® G1 on Windows® operating systems. The X-Plus Configurator enhances the performance of your product in competitive gaming with hardware-based X-Plus Signature. For more details, please read the rest of this web release note.

X-Plus Signature

Designed for the discerning competitive gamer, the Sound BlasterX G1 comes with an enhanced hardware-based X-Plus mode when connected to the Sound BlasterX H5 headset. It ramps up audio cues that matter most and clamps down on other not-so-crucial sounds – delivering precision sound and accurate directional cuesfor the added advantage in competitive games. Once the Sound BlasterX G1 is configured with your desired X-Plus game profile, you can enjoy the same enhanced audio signature at any tournament venue – no driver or application installation required.

This download supports and is applicable for the following hardware:

• Sound BlasterX G1

Requirements:

• Microsoft® Windows 10 32-bit or 64-bit, 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 BlasterX G1

Notes:

• To install this pack, do the following:
  1. Download the file onto your local hard disk.
  2. Double-click the downloaded file.
  3. Follow the instructions on the screen.
  4. Restart your computer when prompted.

This download contains the latest driver and application(s) for use with your Sound BlasterX® audio devices on Windows® operating systems. The highlight of this package, the BlasterX Acoustic Engine Pro, provides you with options to enhance the performance of your product. For more details, please read the rest of this web release note.

This download supports and is applicable for the following hardware:

• Sound BlasterX G1
• Sound BlasterX G5
• Sound BlasterX H7

Requirements:

• Microsoft® Windows 10 32-bit or 64-bit, 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 BlasterX audio devices listed above

Notes:

• To install this pack, do the following:
  1. Download the file onto your local hard disk.
  2. Double-click the downloaded file.
  3. Follow the instructions on the screen.
  4. Restart your computer when prompted.

This download contains the latest driver and application(s) for use with your Sound Blaster® E5 for Mac® operating systems. This software includes support for Mac® OS X® 10.11. For more details, read the rest of this web release note.

This download supports the following devices only:

• Sound Blaster E5

What's New:

• Added option to enable/disable Headphone Surround processing in Line/Optical Out (requires the latest firmware)
• Added support for BT-W2 USB Bluetooth® audio transceiver

Requirements:

• Mac OS X® 10.6.8 or higher
• Sound Blaster E5

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 and follow the instructions on screen.