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# 600 Ohm power 106dB SnR output 25-hour battery Creative Sound Blaster E1 Portable Headphone Amplifier with Integrated Mic and Dual Headphone Jacks for PC and Smartphones

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## Summary

> 🎶 Elevate Your Sound Game!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Creative Sound Blaster E1 Portable Headphone Amplifier with Integrated Mic and Dual Headphone Jacks for PC and Smartphones by creative
- **How much does it cost?** € 1.50 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
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## Best For

- creative enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted creative brand quality
- Free international shipping included
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## Key Features

- • **Share the Beat:** High-quality powered headphone splitter lets you share your music without losing fidelity.
- • **Endless Listening:** Enjoy up to 25 hours of uninterrupted audio playback with a portable lithium battery.
- • **Stay Connected on the Go:** Built-in mono mic for seamless calls and clear communication during gaming or video chats.
- • **Unleash Studio-Grade Sound:** Experience audio like never before with a powerful 600 Ohm headphone amplifier.
- • **Elevate Your Audio Experience:** SBX Pro Studio audio suite enhances sound with virtual surround and dynamic range improvement.

## Overview

The Creative Sound Blaster E1 is a portable headphone amplifier designed for audiophiles on the go. With a powerful 600 Ohm output, it delivers studio-grade sound quality, while its built-in microphone and headphone splitter enhance connectivity and sharing. Enjoy up to 25 hours of playback with a rechargeable lithium battery, making it the perfect companion for music lovers and gamers alike.

## Description

Description:  The Sound Blaster E1 is a portable headphone amplifier that features support for studio-quality 600 headphones, a 106dB SNR, two headphone jacks for easy music sharing. It also has an integrated microphone. Users can connect the Sound Blaster E1 to PCs and Macs via micro-USB, utilizing the Sound Blaster E-Series Control Panel software for advanced audio processing and customization. Features:  High Fidelity Audio, Real High For Those Long Nights Lighter, Always Better Share Your Music, The Better Way! Personalise Your Audio Experience! Clear Voice Conversations With CrystalVoice Technology

## Features

- Powerful 600 Ohm headphone amplifier supports high performance headphones for a studio-grade listening experience
- 106db SnR output that is vastly superior in fidelity to standard USB, motherboard, laptop, and standard smart device output
- High-quality powered headphone splitter lets you share music with a friend with no quality loss
- Built-in Lithium battery with up to 25 hours of audio playback and fully portable
- Built-in mono microphone allows users to take calls when connected to smartphones and clear voice communications for games and Skype calls on PCs and Macs
- SBX Pro Studio audio suite enhances audio for your PC or Mac with award winning virtual surround, bass expansion, and on-the-fly dynamic range improvement
- Crystal Voice features innovative technologies that are specially designed to deliver the best vocal fidelity on your PC or Mac. Please refer the User Guide before use.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Item Dimensions | 4.09 x 1.54 x 5.47 inches |
| Item Weight | 0.88 Ounces |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Battery Cell Type | Lithium |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Laptop, Phone |
| Reusability | Single Use |

## Product Details

- **Number of Batteries:** 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. (included)
- **Brand:** Creative
- **Battery Cell Composition:** Lithium
- **Recommended Uses For Product:** Laptop, Phone
- **Unit Count:** 1 Count

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Does this function as a DAC?  It seems like it must since the audio signal from the PC comes through the USB cable rather than the headphone line out?**
A: it can act as an usb sound card for your pc or as a DAC so you can plug directly into your player.

**Q: Does this amplifier work with Audio Technica locking headphone cables?**
A: audio technica locking headphone cables (if you're talking about m40x or m50x) only lock on the headset side. the side you plug into your phone/pc/whatever is universal 3.5mm, and works with the audio jacks on the amp.

**Q: would this amp be able to amplify bluetooth audio using wireless headphones?**
A: The Bluetooth function of the Sound Blaster E3 is only to receive and not to transmit audio.

**Q: I want to purchase this device to amplify 2 head phones at the same time while on a flight? Tablet volume is too low to enjoy a movie with y splitter.**
A: Yes, this will adequately amplify 2 headsets. I use it regularly to share tracks with friends, but be warned, you may want to have a pair of headphones with an inline volume control. Not everyone likes their volume at the same level.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Creative Sound Blaster E1: A Keeper
*by L***A on August 19, 2014*

Evaluation of the Creativelabs Sound Blaster E1For several years I have bought many devices manufactured by Creativelabs. As a musician and computer tech guy I have also helped to set up several of their products for family, friends, and coworkers.The Sound Blaster E1 is a must have device for several groups of users. The designers and support staff are to be commended for its versatility. My intention was to use it as a headphone amplifier to boost the volume of my volume hungry, low sensitivity AKG headphones. Initially I had my doubts but I WAS WRONG. This device offers many things for many different target groups. And the sound clarity of both the output and internal mic are exceptional. So read on!Since I’m not a sales person I thought I would first tell you about what its minor issues have been for me and the work-arounds. Don’t be afraid of this device because there are 2 small issues. It’s actually a cool device with several features. No sense both of use dealing with the same problems when one of us already has (that would be me). I will provide you with the solutions.Issue One: Following the “In Box” InstructionsThe included “In Box” Sound Blaster E1 Guide can be confusing for some. (It doesn’t say “Quick Guide” but that’s really what it is.) There is a far better detailed guide online which I will direct you to a little later. Frequently a newly manufactured device requires drivers that are not yet available and require the included software to be installed first. The software that the included guide directs you to download and install will not install unless you first install the device. The guide does not specifically tell the user what the correct steps are to install this device so read on.Solution One: This is the correct way to install the E1 device:1. Out of box the device is turned off. Orient yourself to the power switch and where the power “On” position is located (forward towards the tiny LED light.) You are advised to plug the E1 into a USB port in order to charge the internal battery and its first full charge may take as long as 8 hours. I found it took far less than that.2. Make sure your computer is connected to the internet because Windows will need to remotely find and install the updated driver.3. Plug the E1 into your computers USB port (probably better that you avoid plugging the cable into a USB hub since problems can occur.)4. Slide the power switch to the “On” position.5. In Windows OS the driver will be found online and installed. Be patient, for me this took a couple of minutes.6. Go to www.Creative.com/support , find the E1 under the Sound Blaster category. Then download to your hard drive the “Sound Blaster E1 Software Pack” for your OS.7. I suggest you also scroll up to the top of the page and to the right of the picture of the E1, click on and download the “Quick Start User Guide.” With 49 pages this guide is very helpful and a lot more than a “Quick Start” User Guide. Remember once it loads to your browser you must then manually save it to your hard drive.8. With the E1 connected and on, install the software. When completed you will need to restart your computer.So there you go!Issue Two: No separate volume control for each of the two headphone inputsSolution for Problem Two:Make sure that the two sets of headphones you use have the same input sensitivity which is a fancy word for use the same earbud type headphones or the same brand and model of headphones. In other words hook them up and test to see if they are both outputting the same volume.Important observation # 1:The software is pretty cool with several adjustments that can be made. Of course the only way you can benefit from the settings found in the E1 SBX Control Panel (the software you installed) is to connect the device to a USB port in your computer. The manual that I suggested you download explains all the features quite well. I listened to both a DVD of an action scene from the Hobbit and a live recording of a band I made with an HD camera at 24bit 96kHz audio. Under the SBX Studio Pro I liked the “Bass” boost and “Crystalizer” enhancements but not certain I like the “Surround” enhancement. Individual differences I guess. Also when you first install the software I noticed no sound and found that the volume was turned all the way down in the “Advanced Setting” section. It took me a few moments to troubleshoot that problem.Important observation # 2: Phone differencesI’m not certain that the E1 meets the criteria for “hands free” and the manual does not state as such. This is probably because you can receive “hands free” calls but you cannot send “hands free” calls. The “Multifunction” button works differently on different phones. I have a Droid 4 while my wife has an iPhone. The Four-pole analog cable (included) works seamlessly with the iPhone. A call comes in; you press the “multi-function” button to answer the call and again to end the call.But with my Droid the input accommodates a three-pole cable. However something wonderful happens with the Droid and the E1. Inserting the 4-pole cable in my 3-pole Droid jack (remember cable will not go in all the way so don’t force it) and pressing the “multifunction” button briefly will put the Droid in and out of mic “mute” mode and slightly longer (like one second) answers and ends calls like the IPhone. Winner...Droid!Important observation # 3:When connecting the E1 to your computer via the supplied USB cable. While watching a video AND simultaneously tweaking with the settings of the SBX panel there is a slight stuttering of the sound. This may be specific to your computer’s processor once you make you adjustment the stuttering goes away.So what can you do with this device...really and practically? Actually it has several uses and I tried all of the below except the “gamer” features.• Let’s say you’re on a plane and you and that special person are sitting close to each other (Is there any other way to sit when you ride coach?) You want to use your tablet or laptop to watch a movie together. You could get a stereo 1/8" splitter to listen to the sound but chances are the volume won’t be loud enough. The E1 will be able to boost the audio signal and you will both hear every word of that movie.• If you’re like me and have a studio quality set of headphones you will need a headphone amp like this.• You are doing an aerobic workout at the gym and use your iPhone to listen to tunes. You also need to answer whenever phone calls come in. With the push of the multifunction button, the music stops and the phone call begins until you push it again to end the call and the music resumes. Pretty nifty huh? Well it would be better if you could permit yourself to work out and get your calls afterwards but I guess next life.• You are outside at Starbuck’s and talking to you mom on Skype (like that will happen.) You don’t want everyone to hear you or listen in on you and your mother’s conversion. Don’t worry, the E1 has you covered. The clarity is impressive even using the internal mic on the device.• You are a musician laying a keyboard track and another musician has plugged in a different instrument so they can lay a second track on your multi track software like Cubase, Acid Pro, or several others. Both of you need a set of headphones. This will do it for you. Remember the headphones need to have the same sensitivity value.• I’m not a “gamer,” but from what I can tell this device will work great if you are a “gamer.” You can hook up your mic/phones headset with some pretty cool settings for added sound enhancements.• You want to be hands free to receive phone calls. The E1 can handle this too.• Finally there are several other recording features that can be done but that’s someone else’s turn.So, if any of the above features interest you, I would recommend this device.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Prepare (your ears) to be blown! Tested and compared.
*by J***A on May 23, 2014*

NOTE FOR AMAZON NEWBIES: This review was written SPECIFICALLY for the E1. This was written before the release of E3 and WAAAY before E5. For some reason, Amazon allowed all three products to be in ONE product page. Don't blame, blame Amazon. Now, on to my review...TL;DR │ If you want to improve the clarity and acoustic volume of your smart device using a (wired) headset of your choice, then this might be for you. It makes listening to those cheap bundled earphones bearable, and I consider myself an audiophile. If you only want a USB solution for your PC, try the X-Fi Go! Pro (cheaper), or the Sound Blaster Recon3D (superior in every way). See bottom of review for ratings explanation.UPDATE: Added a note on the audio port for the mic near the bottom of review.---The Creative Sound Blaster E1 is a decent sound processor for on the go. All other sound processors currently offered by Creative only uses the USB interface as input source, primarily for PC use (with the exception of Recon3D Sound Blaster, which works with PS3/PS4/XBOX360).Where the E1 really shines is that you can use an analog source input to it. This means that it will process and amplify sound from virtually any source that can output to a 3.5mm audio jack, including tablets and other smart devices. The problem though, is that you cannot set precise control on the Crystalizer and 3D/Surround components of the sound processor. Also, by not putting a more powerful sound processor like the current SoundCore3d chip (used on Recon3D/Z-series), I think Creative may have made a good decision since these chips will theoretically drain the battery faster. The first time you use this product with your device, make sure the volume is set low, or you will BLOW your ear drums (yep, it's amplified alright).WHAT I LIKE │ + │+ Solid, ultra light build, matte finish. Looks professional.+ Smaller than I thought it would be (thus, more concealable and mobile).+ Makes stock audio sound like junk. Crystalizer works like it should.+ Mic input doubles as a sound output - so you can use two sets of speakers.WHAT I DON'T LIKE │ × │× Not as good as I imagined it to be. SBX Pro is OK, not great. I say this as a PC user.× I wish there were more than one set of cables, with different lengths.× Non-removable belt clipWHY NOT WAIT FOR THE E3 │ ? │? SRP of $129. Not worth the Bluetooth addition, IMO.? Worse battery life at 17 hours. With Bluetooth, it goes down to 8 hours.? Bigger, wider, grayer.? I am not a Bluetooth person, especially for audio.PACKAGE │ ✓ ✗ │✓ Sound Blaster E1 Unit✓ USB 2.0 Cable (A Male to Micro B) ≈ 1m. / 3ft.✓ 3.5mm audio cable - 4 pole jack (L,R, Mic, Ground) ≈ 1m. / 3ft.✓ Instructions and warranty. That is all.✗ No garbage, like a CD installer.✗ Sadly, no freebies or spare parts too.✗ No USB power adapter for those who want one.TEST HARDWAREInput│ PC USB Out (Full Software suite), PC Analog Stereo OutOutput │ Creative Aurvana In-Ear3, Creative D100, Corsair Gaming Audio Series SP2500Compared To │ Creative Sound Blaster Recon3D, Creative X-Fi Go!, Onboard audio (Intel H87 chipset)---COMPARISON TO USB SOUND CARDSE1 compared to onboard audio │ E1 is obviously superior.E1 compared to X-Fi Go! │ Difference is very subtle. E1 amplifies just a bit more.E1 compared to Recon3D Sound Blaster │ Recon3D is superior in every way.Conclusion │ With crystalizer turned off, all sources sound the same on the speaker. Turned on, the X-Fi and E1 showed significant improvement, and Recon3D, well, sounded way better. Using the in-ear headphones, all sound cards offered amplified volume without crystalizer. With crystalizer, sound was noticeably cleaner and more "crystal" clear. Recon3D was even more clear. The surround/3D is different though. X-Fi was inferior, followed by the E1, and finally, Recon3D. The E1 sounded subtly better compared to the X-Fi. The E1 sounded bad compared to Recon3D but it gets the job done (better than none).Recommendation │ Get the X-Fi Go! Pro (X-Fi Sound Blaster + SBX Pro), which is cheaper. SBX Pro is the main processor of E1. Or, if money is no object, I would highly recommend getting the Sound Blaster Recon3D (or the Sound Blaster Recon3D Omega Wireless bundle).---ABOUT THE AUDIO PORT: All documentations made by Creative claim that the mic/stereo combo port could be used only by EITHER a microphone OR a stereo device, and never mentioned anything about headsets. This is true, for some odd reason. It could have supported a TRRS plug. However, the E1 has a built-in mic, and that may work for some people in some cases.---VERDICT: I highly recommend this product for those looking at a mobile audio solution.★★★★☆ | 4 stars out of five. I know what I was getting when I ordered this product and it does not deserve a lower rating. However, there is also nothing extraordinary (no cool surprises).Questions? Hit the comments!This review is for the Creative Sound Blaster E1, NOT the E3, the NOT E5.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Not a listening room experience but a relatively perfect utility piece.  Very happy with it.
*by A***X on November 12, 2015*

I purchased this to replace my car stereo, run a gamut of cans, and/or serve as a viable means to plug my phone etc. into p/a's, home theater, etc. Early reviews got hung up on battery life being reduced when connected via usb to smartphone because it charges the phone. The latest firmware allows turning off charging while connected via usb to smartphone.I consider myself an audiophile and although the stock sound isn't perfection- it is relatively neutral and detail and precision are there. I wouldn't make this my dac for a purpose listening room but as far as catch all dacs- it does the job perfectly. I liken the listening experience to modern car audio vs old school stuff like the sony c90. The c90 revealed music in a whole new way to a set of ears that were formerly busy trying to actually hear the spec differences in the brochure. This dac isn't going to be one of those earth shattering experiences, in fact the initial listen is a bit off-putting. It is easily rectified by tweaking settings and and enhancements. The stock "enhancement" things like bass enhancement and 'crystalizer' (whatever these are called in the UI, I can't recall at the moment) are pretty weak. (The bass enhancement deal is useful if you pull the 'crossover' setting down around 40hz in my opinion) No matter what I plug this thing into now, it just sounds great. Bluetooth audio is good too. Has plenty of gain on line level and drives all my headphones easily.At first the UI was a little buggy too but after the initial learning curve, I am very happy with it.

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