CMI8738 4.1 Surround Sound Card for Windows (MIDI Compatible)

This is a high-performance PCI sound card designed for desktop computers, offering enhanced audio capabilities for both gaming and multimedia applications. It features a CMI/HT8738 chip, which provides a signal-to-noise ratio of up to 120dB, ensuring clear and high-quality sound output. The card supports 5.1 surround sound and 3D spatial positioning through HRTF technology, making it ideal for immersive audio experiences. It is compatible with various Windows operating systems, including XP, 7, 8, and 10, and works with Sound Blaster systems as well.


The card includes advanced features such as an MPC-3 compatible input and output mixer, enhanced stereo full-duplex operation, and support for Dull Type-F DMA. It also incorporates a Delta-Sigma data converter for improved audio fidelity and programmable power management to optimize system performance. The inclusion of a 15-pin standard game/MIDI port allows for connection to external MIDI devices, expanding its versatility.


Additionally, the sound card supports DirectMusic, SPDIF digital audio specifications (24-bit stereo, 44KHz sampling), and optical fiber input/output via a daughter card. It is compatible with DirectSound 3D and EAX sound effects, as well as A3D 1.0 and DS3D technologies. The card also integrates SRS 3D sound technology for enhanced spatial audio rendering and supports DLS sound library technology for richer musical experiences.



Brand: CMI
Model: CMI8738
Specifications: 4.1 Channel 5.1 Surround 3D Sound, PCI Interface, Full-Duplex Playback and Recording, HRTF 3D Spatial Positioning, 24-bit SPDIF IN/OUT, Optical Fiber Input/Output via Daughter Card
Features: Signal-to-Noise Ratio up to 120dB, MPC-3 Compatible Mixer, Delta-Sigma Data Converter, Programmable Power Management, 15-pin Game/MIDI Port, Full-Duplex 64-bit PCI Bus Master, Integrated SRS 3D Sound Technology, Supports DLS Sound Library, A3D 1.0/DS3D, DirectSound 3D/EAX Effects