Save your money, get the 5.1 model
Written: Dec 21 '00
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Pros: Features features features!
Cons: Not for those who JUST need a simple PC audio solution.
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| joyrex5's Full Review: Creative Sound Blaster Live! Platinum |
I will review this product as I would rate the Platinum 5.1 model. I will start with saying Creative has created a monopoly for themselves in the consumer sound card market. This is not necessarily a BAD thing, as I believe if a company makes a good product they can control as much of the market as they wish.
Creative has always been the leader in the consumer sound card market, and for good reason. They always include as much for the dollar as possible, as is VERY apparent with the Sound Blaster Live! Platinum, and the 5.1 models. Audio cables, digital CD cables, midi cables, TONS of free software including some VERY good FULL games such as Deus Ex, etc.
Now where this product may suffer is it's price. Some people will not NEED all the extras, and that is why the lower priced Value cards, and MP3+ and Gamer+ cards are available. This card is ONLY for audio enthusiasts who MUST have all the latest gizmos and connections available.
In my review heading I mentioned "Get the 5.1 instead". What I mean by this, is that if you are going to spend this much money on a sound card, you may as well go to extra step forward, and when you do, you'll be treated with a lovely remote control, and 5.1 possibilities. You really should have a look before you buy, but this card will not fail, and Creative has never failed, why would they start now?
Recommended:
Yes
Amount Paid (US$): 200
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Member: Dan John
Location: Toronto, Canada
Reviews written: 29
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About Me:
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