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

1.Currently Xonar Essence STX effects including Dolby supports common

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

2.If you still want to have the effects, you can use some editing software (Ableton Live, Cakewalk, CoolEdit, Soundforge, etc.) to convert the sounds into 48KHz files.

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

[FAQ]

Q1: Does the Xonar Essence STX support Windows Vista? Answer:

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

Q2: Why does the Xonar Essence STX support Dolby technology? Answer:

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.

Q3: Why is Xonar Essence STX the best audio card for HTPC and multi- channel speakers?

Answer:

The Xonar Essence STX supports Dolby Digital Live, which allow a single digital connection to your AV receiver to carry Dolby Digtial audio. In addition, Xonar Essence STX also provides Dolby Pro-Logic IIx to upmix TV and other music to multi-channel surround sound in Home Theater environments. Xonar Essence STX also has Ultra High Fidelity SNR at 192K/24bit, which is the high quality consumer audio card in the world. Therefore, it’s also the best card to deliver the high quality audio through an analog connection to your home theater system or high-end multi-channel speakers.

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