Creative Xmod
Creative Xmod is a plug-and-play sound enhancer that connects to a notebook’s USB port for upconverting digital audio to surpass CD quality. Whether you were listening using headphones or a set of 2.1 speakers, movies and music sounded clearer and crisper. The X-Fi 24-bit Crystalizer restores the sound elements lost during compression, and the X-Fi CMSS 3D re-creates surround sound with nine virtual speakers. Vocals seemed to come from an area in front of you instead of from the ear, which opens the soundscape.
Despite the impressive sound quality, which is marred by a faint hissing, the only other complaint is that the device requires an AC adapter for power when connected to an MP3 player. Overall, the Creative Xmod gives digital music and movies a surprising audio punch.
Summary:
| PROS | CONS |
| • Excellent clarity • Superb virtual surround sound • Brings vibrancy to audio |
• Requires AC adapter when used with portable audio devices • Faint hissing |
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