The Sound BlasterX AE-5 is the first sound card with Xamp, a custom discrete headphone amplifier. Each audio channel is amplified individually, allowing the AE-5 to deliver a new level of flawless audio quality in an unaltered lossless pattern between the two earbuds. The Sound BlasterX AE-5 is a PCIe DAC Ultra of SABRE32 class, perfectly suited for high-resolution audio signals for gaming, music, and movies. It offers 32-bit 384kHz playback with a 122dB dynamic range, extremely low distortion, and jitter. Enjoy a symphony of light and sound with the Aurora Reactive lighting system. The AE-5 features customizable RGB LEDs on its casing and also includes a separate RGB LED strip. Program up to 16.8 million colors in various patterns with the free downloadable PC software Sound Blaster Connect. The Sound BlasterX AE-5 is an evolution of Sound Blaster technology for audio processing and sound enhancement. The BlasterX Acoustic Engine Pro is a suite of fully customizable audio processing technologies that set new standards in audio immersion and precision for the ultimate competitive advantage. These sound technologies provide unprecedented audio realism, including exceptional 3D surround effects for your speakers and headphones. Expand your horizons with the world's first intelligent gaming companion that allows you to see where your enemies are on the radar in first-person shooter (FPS) games. The Scout Mode has received a new feature that makes the person crossing your path on the battlefield suffer.