The ASUS XONAR U5 is a 5.1-channel USB sound card designed for business and IT professionals requiring external audio processing. This unit connects via USB, offering a practical solution for systems where integrated audio is insufficient or external connectivity is preferred. It provides 104 dB signal-to-noise ratio (A-Weighted) for front-out channels and supports 192kHz/24-bit high-definition sound playback and recording. The device is built around a C-Media CM6631A High-Definition Sound Processor.
Connectivity includes four 3.5 mm analog outputs for headphone, front, center-subwoofer, and rear channels, alongside a single 3.5 mm analog input for line-in/mic-in. A coaxial S/PDIF digital output is also available. The XONAR U5 is compatible with Windows 8.1, Windows 8 (32bit/64bit), Windows 7 (32bit/64bit), and Mac OS X, making it suitable for diverse professional environments needing reliable external audio. It addresses common issues such as limited onboard audio quality or the need for specific audio output configurations.
The XONAR U5 is compatible with Windows 8.1, Windows 8 (both 32bit and 64bit), Windows 7 (both 32bit and 64bit), and Mac OS X.
The retail package includes an S/PDIF adapter, a USB cable, a driver CD, and a user manual.
It features four 3.5 mm analog outputs (Headphone, Front, Center-Subwoofer, Rear), one 3.5 mm analog input (Line-in/Mic-in combo), and one coaxial S/PDIF digital output.
The XONAR U5 supports analog playback and recording at sample rates up to 192KHz and resolutions up to 24-bit.
XONAR U5 - Asus Sound Card XONAR U5 5.1Channel USB 104dB with 192kHz/24-bit HD Sound Retail