{"product_id":"usb-2-0-external-5-1-channel-optical-audio-sound-card-pc-laptop","title":"USB 2.0 External 5.1 Channel Optical Audio Sound Card for PC","description":"\n\u003ch2\u003eUSB 2.0 External 5.1 Channel Optical Audio Sound Card\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUpgrade your computer's audio instantly with this plug-and-play \u003cstrong\u003eUSB 2.0 External 5.1 Channel Optical Audio Sound Card\u003c\/strong\u003e. No internal sound card? No problem — simply connect via USB and enjoy rich, full-duplex 6-channel surround sound for gaming, movies, music production, and video calls. Compatible with Windows and Mac, it's the easiest way to add high-quality audio to any desktop or laptop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e6-Channel 5.1 Surround Sound\u003c\/strong\u003e — Immersive audio experience for 3D games, HD movies, and multimedia content\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSB 2.0 Interface\u003c\/strong\u003e — No drivers needed for most systems; true plug-and-play convenience\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFull Duplex Audio\u003c\/strong\u003e — Record and play back digital and analog audio simultaneously\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOptical (S\/PDIF) Output\u003c\/strong\u003e — Transmits audio data conforming to AES\/EBU, IEC60958, and S\/PDIF standards for pristine digital clarity\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMultiple Sampling Rates\u003c\/strong\u003e — Supports 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, and 48 kHz sampling rates in digital recording; 48 kHz in analog recording and digital\/analog playback\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBroad OS Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e — Works with Windows 10 \/ 8 \/ 7 \/ XP \/ 2000 \/ 98 and Apple Mac OS 9.1 \/ Mac OS X (Mac supports two-channel playback)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact \u0026amp; Portable\u003c\/strong\u003e — Slim form factor (approx. 15 cm × 3.5 cm × 1.5 cm) fits easily in a laptop bag\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExternal USB Sound Card\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterface\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSB 2.0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChannels\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6 (5.1 Surround)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSampling Rate (Digital Recording)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSampling Rate (Analog Recording)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e48 kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDigital Standards\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAES\/EBU, IEC60958, S\/PDIF\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSystem Requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWindows 10\/8\/7\/XP\/2000\/98; Mac OS 9.1 \/ OS X\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 15 cm × 3.5 cm × 1.5 cm (5.91\" × 1.38\" × 0.59\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Origin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMade in Mainland China\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e5.1 Channel Output — What You Need to Know\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo enjoy true 5.1 surround sound through the optical (fiber) output, your audio source must be a 5.1-channel source (e.g., 3D games or HD movies). Standard MP3 files or 2-channel video content will output in stereo (2-channel) mode only. In digital playback mode, only the Left\/Right (L\/R) PCM audio from a 5.1 channel source can be conveyed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's in the Box\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 × USB 5.1 Audio Sound Card\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 × CD Driver\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 × USB Cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 × User Manual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eYou May Also Like\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/50pcs-nickel-sheets-18650-lithium-battery-spot-welding\"\u003e50Pcs Nickel Sheets for 18650 Battery Spot Welding Tool\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/non-contact-capacitive-water-level-sensor-3v-5v\"\u003eNon-Contact Capacitive Water Level Sensor 3.3V–5V\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/molex-mini-fit-jr-4-pin-4-2mm-pitch-wire-to-board-connector-housing\"\u003eMolex Mini-Fit Jr 4-Pin 4.2mm Pitch Wire-to-Board Housing\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLearn more: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.epa.gov\/recycle\/used-lithium-ion-batteries\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eEPA guidance on lithium-ion battery handling\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: Does this USB sound card require driver installation on Windows 10?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: For most modern versions of Windows (including Windows 10 and 8), this external USB sound card is plug-and-play and does not require manual driver installation. A CD driver is included for older operating systems such as Windows XP, 2000, and 98, or for any system that may need it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: Can this sound card output true 5.1 surround sound through the optical port?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Yes, but only when the audio source is a genuine 5.1-channel source, such as a 3D game or HD movie with multi-channel audio. If you play standard stereo MP3 files or 2-channel video, you will receive stereo output. In digital playback mode, only L\/R PCM audio from a 5.1 channel source is conveyed via the optical output.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: Is this USB audio sound card compatible with Mac computers?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Yes, it is compatible with Apple Mac OS 9.1 and Mac OS X. Please note that the Mac version supports two-channel (stereo) playback only — full 5.1 surround output is available on Windows systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: What is the physical size of this external sound card?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The sound card measures approximately 15 cm × 3.5 cm × 1.5 cm (5.91\" × 1.38\" × 0.59\"), making it compact and easy to carry alongside your laptop or connect to a desktop PC.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- production-packaging-notice --\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Packaging Notice\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo maintain high stock availability and fast shipping times, our items are sourced from multiple verified manufacturing facilities. 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