Creative Technology Sound Blaster® Audigy Platinum eX

Pros: Amazing sound, many features, easy use, lots of software

Cons: Not for the beginner

The Bottom Line: Simple install, ease of use, sound quality, and loads of features make this sound card a must for anyone looking for a high quality upgrade.

Review: Background
I bought this card as an upgrade to a SB live! sound card, mainly because I wanted to step up to the next level of sound, and the price was right.

I do not know a whole lot about computers, and was kind of scared about...

Pros: Fantastic Sound

Cons: Need digital speakers to experience the full depth of audio

The Bottom Line: I highly recommend this sound card to anyone wanting the best audio possible. The sounds coming from the speakers will cause shivers to run down you spine.

Review: I have used creative sound cards since they first came into being. When I upgraded to the SBLive in 1997, I was very impressed. A couple of months ago I was considering an upgrade to my system and realized that I had not done the sound since then....

Pros: Exterior box, firewire, easy to install

Cons: Remote, Creative software suite

The Bottom Line: Recommended, but don't pay full price, get it used or refurbished from Creative.

Review: I just bought this card and really like it. But there are some problems. But first whats good. Its not too difficult to set up the hardware. There are good pictures showing you how to set it up. Comes with everything you need to get up and ...

Pros: My Computer Still Runs

Cons: It Does Not Work And Support Is Horrible

The Bottom Line: Do Not Buy It, It Won't Work And You Spend More Money On UPS Sending Back And Fourth.

Review: I have had nothing but problems with this thing since day one 12/27/01. I paid $267.00 and it isn't worth a dime. I am running a Shuttle AK12 motherboard, AMD XP 1700 CPU, 512 MB RAM, 32MB TNT 2 Video, and WIN 98SE. My machine is up 99.9999 percent...

Pros: If You want to throw away your money...

Cons: Absolutely no support from Creative.

The Bottom Line: IF You want to have problem with installation and have absolutely no support from the compagny this is the product for you!

Review: This product sucks!

I've bought this 2 month ago and nobody is able to connect the external rack.... The store has returned the box 3 times... and each times is the same story.. the damn rack and the remote control is not detected!

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Pros: External drive with a variety of I/O

Cons: Can't get it to work with Windows XP

The Bottom Line: Make sure it will work with your particular set up. I would avoid it if you are going to use Windows XP.

Review: It is nearly impossible to get it working with Windows XP. There are some forums online where lots of people have been having similar problems getting it to work properly. I would recommend reading those before purchasing. I wish I had. Some people...