I found no sound effects when playing 96K or 192KHz sound sources.

•Currently, Xonar Essence ST effects including Dolby, supports common

44.1K, 48KHz sound sources processing and provides high-definition audio (96K/192KHz) in hi-fidelity playback. This is also usually the behavior that professional audiophiles and musicians prefer.

•If you still want to add effects to your audio, you can use sound editing software such as Ableton Live, Cakewalk, CoolEdit, or Soundforge to convert the sounds into 48KHz files.

3.Note that the frequency meter on the Xonar Essence ST Audio Center panel will not take effect when the playback source is using either a 96KHz or 192KHz sample rate to prevent any processing distortion.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Does the Xonar Essence ST card support Windows® Vista?

Yes, the Xonar Essence ST driver package supports Windows® Vista 32/64 bit and most key features are available. In addition, Xonar Essence ST supports unique DS3D GX on Windows® Vista, which can recover DirectSound 3D hardware and EAX gaming sound effects on Windows® Vista for many existing DirectX games.

Why does the Xonar Essence ST support Dolby technology?

Dolby is the ONLY brand and technology recognized by the CE industry and available on a wide range of audio equipment. Xonar includes these features to make your PC a powerful media and entertainment center.

Why is Xonar Essence ST the best audio card for HTPC and multi-channel speakers?

The Xonar Essence ST supports Dolby Digital Live, which allows a single digital connection to your AV receiver to carry Dolby Digital audio. In addition, Xonar Essence ST also provides Dolby Pro-Logic IIx to upmix TV and other music to multi-channel surround sound in Home Theater environments. Xonar Essence ST also has an Ultra High Fidelity SNR at 192K/24bit, which delivers a high quality audio through an analog connection to your home theater system or high-end multi-channel speakers.

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