Diamond Launching the Xtreme Sound 7.1 Audio Adapter

Way back at CES 2014 (I know it was just in January) Diamond showed off their new Xtreme Sound 24bit 7.1 Channel Digital Audio Adapter, mercilessly abbreviated to XS71HDU. Heading into Q2 2014, they’re finally gearing up to launch the product with a target release window of late May.

As the name suggests, Diamond’s latest supports true 7.1 HD audio output. It’s compatible with Mac, Linux, and of course all modern versions of Windows. It requires a Core 2 Duo or AMD equivalent processor at 2.2GHz or faster, 10MB HDD space, 1GB of RAM, and an open USB drive and CD-ROM drive for the installation software.

They’re fairly tame requirements for what the XS71 offers and interested audiophiles can head over to the official Diamond product page to read all of the specifications. The Xtreme Sound adapter will retail for $59.99. Check out some of the details below.

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Product Description: The XS71HDU is a USB portable multi-channel device with built-in 7.1 output channels at 24-bit/192kHz, 100dB SNR high quality audio. Support for the highest playback audio specification for Blu-Ray movies, MP3 music for audiophiles and for gamers who settle only for the best high quality digital audio playback.

Series: Xtreme Sound

Model: XS71HDU

PN Number: XS71HDU

UPC Number: 757448023084

Case Quantity: TBA

Case Dimensions: TBA

Master Case WT: TBA

Warranty: 1 year

Target Audience: Multimedia Audiophiles, gamers and home entertainment.

Specifications

Product weight 0.20 lbs.

Package weight 0.60 lbs.

Product Dimensions 3.1(L) x 3.1(W) x 1.0(H) Inches

Product weight with content: 0.65 lbs.

Features

Connectors 3.5mm Stereo Headphone

Xear Audio Center Equalizer

USB 2.0/1.0 Compliant Yes

24 bit Record and Playback

192 KHz Record and Playback

OS support Windows, Linux and MAC OS

ASIO Version 2.2

Package Contents

XS71HDU 7.1 USB HD Audio Adapter

USB 2.0 Cable (mini USB to Type A USB)

Audio Cable (Stereo RCA to Stereo 3.5mm Jack)

Quick Installation Guide

Installation CD

System Requirements

Compatible with Microsoft ® Windows ® 8, Windows ® 7,

Windows Vista ®, Windows XP, Mac and Linux

Intel ® Core™ 2 Duo or AMD ® equivalent processor, 2.2 GHz or faster

Available USB port

10MB Hard Disk space

1GB System Memory

Available CD-ROM or DVD-ROM Drive

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