Testseek.com have collected 35 expert reviews of the Auzentech X-FI Prelude 7.1 PCI and the average rating is 85%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Auzentech X-FI Prelude 7.1 PCI.
January 2008
(85%)
35 Reviews
Average score from experts who have reviewed this product.
Abstract: Auzentech X-Fi Prelude 7.1 Sound Card Review - Page 1 of 4By Brian Cochran - September 24, 2007 Lots of sound cards companies out there are looking to take down the giant Creative. Auzentech took a different route, by licensing the X-Fi chipset from C...
Conclusion So, after putting up the review, I get another email. Its Hilbert again. Coming to California? No. But he asks what my final verdict is on the Prelude. Id left the conclusion off for a few days. I dont think I have ever teetered this muc...
Abstract: However, if the price isn off-putting, then as we just mentioned Auzentechs X-Fi Prelude is all set to offer a virtually complete package - Superb analogue audio, fantastic gaming performance and functionality, a nice set of additional audio tools, and o...
Amazing sound quality; supports EAX, CMSS-3D for headphones; uses standard digital connectors
Dolby and DTS digital support not yet available
Though all of its promised digital features are not yet in place, the amazing-sounding Auzen X-Fi Prelude 7.1 is nonetheless an excellent sound card. ...
Abstract: Product differentiation is critical in the soundcard market. The Auzen Prelude 7.1 is indeed different. The card uses a Creative CA20K X-Fi SPU but everything else is modified, including high end Asahi-Kasei AK-5394/5396 series ADC/DAC converters used ...
Well, I never thought Creative would let another company use their proprietary technology, but I guess I was wrong and Creative knew what Auzentech could do to improve on an already proven design.The Prelude 7.1 is not just a bare bones Creative X-...
Abstract: Youre paying a high price for the Prelude X-Fi and, while it is undoubtedly a fine sound card, it seems as though the DirectX changes in Windows Vista have left it as a work in progress. No doubt it will be superb when it is finished, but that may ta...
Abstract: The ultimate gamers sound card? A decent sound card with high audio quality, but not quite worth the high asking price. A few years ago, a sound card was an essential addition to your PC if you wanted decent noises to come out when you ran games or ...
Intuitive software, Great build and design, Excellent sound quality
Lacks front panel
There isnt a massive choice when it comes to dedicated sound cards these days.Sure, there are lots of cards for the would-be musician, but for the gamer or media enthusiast the choice essentially comes down to working out whether to buy a Creative car...
