--- product_id: 337118940 title: "Creative Sound Blaster Play! 4 Hi-res External USB-C DAC and Sound Adapter Ft. VoiceDetect Auto Mic Mute/Unmute, Two-Way Noise Cancellation, Bass Boost/Dynamic EQs, for Video Calls on Windows PC" brand: "creative" price: "€ 117.38" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Creative" url: https://www.desertcart.at/products/337118940-creative-sound-blaster-play-4-hi-res-external-usb-c store_origin: AT region: Austria --- # Hi-Res 192kHz/24-bit DAC Two-Way Noise Cancellation Auto VoiceDetect Mic Mute/Unmute Creative Sound Blaster Play! 4 Hi-res External USB-C DAC and Sound Adapter Ft. VoiceDetect Auto Mic Mute/Unmute, Two-Way Noise Cancellation, Bass Boost/Dynamic EQs, for Video Calls on Windows PC **Brand:** creative **Price:** € 117.38 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > 🎧 Elevate your calls and tunes with pro-grade sound that fits in your pocket! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Creative Sound Blaster Play! 4 Hi-res External USB-C DAC and Sound Adapter Ft. VoiceDetect Auto Mic Mute/Unmute, Two-Way Noise Cancellation, Bass Boost/Dynamic EQs, for Video Calls on Windows PC by creative - **How much does it cost?** € 117.38 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.at](https://www.desertcart.at/products/337118940-creative-sound-blaster-play-4-hi-res-external-usb-c) ## Best For - creative enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted creative brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Audiophile-Grade Sound:** Hi-res 192kHz/24-bit DAC delivers rich, immersive audio with 110 dB clarity. - β€’ **Pocket-Sized Powerhouse:** Ultra-compact USB-C adapter fits any 3.5mm headset and includes USB-A converter for universal compatibility. - β€’ **Effortless Voice Control:** Auto mic mute/unmute with smart VoiceDetect means never fumbling during calls again. - β€’ **Crystal-Clear Conversations:** Two-way NoiseClean tech blocks background noise on both ends for flawless communication. - β€’ **Customizable Audio Profiles:** Instant Bass Boost and Dynamic EQ modes let you tailor your soundstage on the fly. ## Overview The Creative Sound Blaster Play! 4 is a compact, high-resolution external USB-C DAC and sound adapter designed for Windows PCs. Featuring VoiceDetect auto mic mute/unmute, two-way noise cancellation, and customizable EQ modes, it enhances both your audio clarity and call experience. Compatible with all 3.5mm headphones and includes a USB-A converter, this device delivers 192kHz/24-bit hi-res audio at 110 dB SNR, making it a must-have for professionals seeking premium sound on the go. ## Description Creative Sound Blaster Play! 4 Hi-res External USB-C DAC and Sound Adapter Ft. VoiceDetect Auto Mic Mute/Unmute, Two-Way Noise Cancellation, Bass Boost/Dynamic EQs, for Video Calls on Windows PC : desertcart.in: Computers & Accessories Review: Amazing Sound - I can feel noticeable difference, please use Apple Music and get great experience and get lost in melodious world Review: Cav - Good product ## Features - AUTO MIC MUTE AND UNMUTE WITH VOICEDETECT FEATURE – Avoid fumbling over your mic mute button in a video call with our VoiceDetect feature, which mutes you automatically when you stop speaking, and unmutes you instantly as you start speaking. If you need to talk to someone on the side, disable the VoiceDetect feature temporarily by manually pressing on the physical mic mute button, and reactivate the VoiceDetect feature by pressing on the same button - TWO-WAY NOISE CANCELLATION WITH NOISECLEAN FEATURES – Reduce unwanted background noise during an online work call from both ends of the conversation with the NoiseClean features. NoiseClean-out works to remove noise on your end by suppressing your static background noise like vacuum cleaning, so you can be heard clearly by the others. On the other end, NoiseClean-in does the same to the incoming audio of your co-workers, so you can hear them clearly in your headphonesβ€”minus their noise - SUPER EASY TO SET UP – VoiceDetect and NoiseClean are part of our SmartComms Kit's suite of smart communication features. Simply plug the PLAY! 4 to your PC, download the Creative app (for Windows 10 and later) to get started, or further customize them via the Advanced settings. The software also comes with Sound Blaster Acoustic Engine, our suite of industry-leading audio processing technology like Surround immersion, and CrystalVoice that enhances voice clarity during video calls - BUILT-IN EQ MODES FOR ENHANCED AUDIO – Enhance your sound further with the Bass Boost and Dynamic EQs via the EQ button located on the Sound Blaster PLAY! 4. Hear deeper, richer bass with Bass Boost EQ, or expand your soundstage by boosting low–high frequencies with the Dynamic EQ. Sound Blaster PLAY! 4 is powered by hi-res audio with a 192 kHz / 24-bit DAC to deliver clean audio clarity at 110 dB; audio sounds much clearer and richer than the default audio on your computers and laptops - PORTABLE, CONVENIENT, AND WORKS WITH ALL HEADPHONES AND HEADSETS – This tiny USB-C audio adapter is no bigger than a thumb drive, and weighs just 8.3g (0.29 oz) so you can carry it in your pocket easily. Plus, the PLAY! 4 works with any of your 3.5 mm headphones and headsets, including those that comes bundled with your mobile phones, alongside with your laptops or desktops. For those with USB-A devices, we have also included a USB-C to USB-A converter so you can get started immediately ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B08T9LM3LM | | Audio output mode | Stereo | | Batteries Included | No | | Batteries Required | No | | Best Sellers Rank | #34,285 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #16 in External Sound Cards | | Brand | Creative | | Compatible Devices | Laptop, Personal Computer, Smartphone | | Country of Origin | China | | Customer Reviews | 4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars (4,539) | | Date First Available | 6 February 2021 | | Generic Name | USB-C Sound Card | | Hardware Interface | USB | | Hardware Platform | Gaming Console, Laptops, Personal Computer | | Importer | Fortune Marketing Pvt Ltd | | Item Dimensions LxWxH | 13.8 x 1.6 x 0.8 Centimeters | | Item Weight | 45 g | | Item model number | 70SB186000000 | | Manufacturer | Creative Labs | | Model | 70SB186000000 | | Model Name | Creative Sound Blaster | | Mounting Hardware | Sound Blaster Play! 4, USB Type-C to Type-A Converter, Quick Start Leaflet, Warranty Leaflets, SmartComms Kit Leaflet | | Net Quantity | 1 Piece | | Number of items | 1 | | Operating System | windows 10 | | Packer | Fortune Marketing Pvt Ltd | | Product Dimensions | 13.8 x 1.6 x 0.8 cm; 45 g | | Signal-to-noise ratio (dB) | 110 dB | | Speaker Surround Sound Channel Configuration | 5 1 | ## Product Details - **Audio Output Mode:** Stereo - **Brand:** Creative - **Compatible Devices:** Laptop, Personal Computer, Smartphone - **Hardware Interface:** USB - **Platform:** Mac OS Big Sur 11, Mac OS Mojave 10.14, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Windows 10 ## Images ![Creative Sound Blaster Play! 4 Hi-res External USB-C DAC and Sound Adapter Ft. VoiceDetect Auto Mic Mute/Unmute, Two-Way Noise Cancellation, Bass Boost/Dynamic EQs, for Video Calls on Windows PC - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/5163bKsESHL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Style** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: difference between play 2 and play 3?** A: The Sound Blaster Play 2 has a Bit-depth/sampling frequency (playback) of Up to 16-bit/48KHz. Sound Blaster Play 3 has a Bit-depth/sampling frequency of 16-bit/44.1, 48.0, 88.2, 96.0kHz and 24-bit/44.1, 48.0, 96.0kHz" As for the Signal-to-Noise Ratio, the Sound Blaster Play 2 has 90dB (playback), while the Sound Blaster Play 3 has 93dB. Also, the Sound Blaster Play 2 has a single jack for Headphone / Speaker out cum Mic In 1 x 3.5mm jack While the Sound Blaster Play 3 has a separate jack for Headphone-out and Mic-in. - One 3.5mm (1/8-inch) 4-pole Headphone-out with Mic jack - One 3.5mm (1/8-inch) Microphone-in jack (Mono) **Q: Does it make a popping sound if there's a USB power spike?** A: Under normal working conditions, when using the Sound Blaster Play! 3, there are no reported issues regarding popping sounds deriving from power spikes. For more detailed information, please contact Creative Customer Support. **Q: Would there be any issues with using 2 of these? One for my headphones, and one for my desktop speakers?** A: I use the built-in sound card for speakers, and the SB Play!3 for headphones and microphone, so there is no problem with using two sound cards at the same time. As long as your OS and your music application recognizes the two devices as distinct, there should be no issues. **Q: Will this make my Modmic 4.0 sound louder? I currently use my Realtek onboard audio and the volume on my mic is extremely low even with boost up.** A: Yes, this is a known problem with the Realtek audio. Also avoid dongles which use the Realtek ADC. I'm guessing that this DAC/ADC does not use the Realtek chipset, although given its price maybe it does but Creative Labs has addressed the issues (which I am told are with the drivers, not the hardware). ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Amazing Sound *by M***A on 16 December 2025* I can feel noticeable difference, please use Apple Music and get great experience and get lost in melodious world ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Cav *by S***A on 3 January 2026* Good product ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Decent upgrade from onboard sound *by C***Y on 13 May 2021* This a low-cost upgrade from onboard sound, quite a bit better than the cheap ones based on C-Media chipsets (or worse, local Chinese vendors). The DAC is plug-and-play and has an option of downloading a control panel for modifying some of the sound settings. Given this will be partnered with very cheap speakers, the control panel is useful for fixing the usually boomy bass and tizzy treble of such speakers. The control panel has one caveat though, when used in 'Speaker' mode you get a pretty big reduction in output level. In PnP mode you get all the available gain because Windows does not perform the attenuation. But at certain levels this can cause digital clipping, the worst kind. The solution is to use the Creative control panel in high gain headphone mode, and then reduce the overall level in EQ panel to the point where you don't get clipping even at 100% volume. For me this was about -5dB. You can also perform some useful functions such as an LF cut to help with bottoming out tiny speakers, my Pebble V2 was quite happy with the change and now gives proper non-boomy bass. As long as you don't use the fake 'enhancements' provided by Creative, you'll be OK. Sound quality is acceptable. When auditioned against the Dragonfly V1.1, it came close. The output is a slight step above the UMC22, and quite a bit behind the Fiio M3 Pro. But it's a ton better than the onboard audio on my MSI Mortar, which itself claims very good audio. Overall I'll recommend it for basic applications where onboard audio will not do. ## Frequently Bought Together - Sound Blaster Creative Game! 4, Hi-Res Audio Adapter, USB-C DAC External Stereo Sound Card for Windows, MAC, Consoles, PC, Phones, Laptops - SABRENT USB External Stereo Sound Adapter for Windows and Mac. Plug and Play No Drivers Needed. 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