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24 bit crystalizer without the need of a computer?

post #1 of 3
2/13/12 at 5:41pm
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Ok I am looking for a dedicated box that can play and work like my computers Sound Blaster X-Fi Soundcard with the 24 bit crystalizer without the needed of a computer. Currently I have a Logitech z2300 speaker sitting in another room that I love to plug my iPod into and listen to. I do like the sound that is produced when I plug them into the computer but I am wondering if there is a small dedicated device that can do the same thing without the need of a computer.  I can supply usb power if it needs it no problem but I do not want to hook it up to a computer. Would this work?  http://us.store.creative.com/Creative-Sound-Blaster-XFi-Surround-5.1/M/B0044DEDCA.htm Any others?

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post #2 of 3
2/13/12 at 9:09pm
I doubt that would work. You could read through its manual to make sure that doesn't allow crystalyzer on an input.
In any case, I think you are going about this the wrong way. Crystalyzer just provides the illusion of improved sound by boosting bass and treble with a curve extends more into low and high frequencies than standard tone controls.
If ipod and good sound were to be used in the same sentence, I think this is what you want:
http://www.musicdirect.com/p-15593-hrt-istreamer-for-ipad-iphone-ipod.aspx


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2/13/12 at 10:07pm

Creative used to have the exact device you're talking about. It was called the Xmod. No idea if they are still making it, but it should be pretty easy to track one down on eBay.

 

It's a simple DAC/amp with the X-Fi Crystallizer feature built in. It can work as an external DAC for your computer or independently, as an AMP/DSP. Not a bad device if you like the X-Fi DSP.

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