--- product_id: 254519285 title: "Creative Labs Sound Blaster Play! 3 External USB Sound Adapter for Windows and Mac. Plug and Play (No Drivers Required). Upgrade to 24-Bit 96Khz Playback" brand: "creative" price: "₩100460" currency: KRW in_stock: true reviews_count: 6 category: "Creative" url: https://www.desertcart.kr/products/254519285-creative-labs-sound-blaster-play-3-external-usb-sound-adapter store_origin: KR region: South Korea --- # Universal Analog Headphone Support 24-bit/96kHz Hi-Res Audio Plug & Play USB Connectivity Creative Labs Sound Blaster Play! 3 External USB Sound Adapter for Windows and Mac. Plug and Play (No Drivers Required). Upgrade to 24-Bit 96Khz Playback **Brand:** creative **Price:** ₩100460 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎧 Elevate Every Beat — Your Sound, Unleashed! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Creative Labs Sound Blaster Play! 3 External USB Sound Adapter for Windows and Mac. Plug and Play (No Drivers Required). Upgrade to 24-Bit 96Khz Playback by creative - **How much does it cost?** ₩100460 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.kr](https://www.desertcart.kr/products/254519285-creative-labs-sound-blaster-play-3-external-usb-sound-adapter) ## 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 - • **Hi-Res Audio Upgrade:** Transform your onboard sound with crystal-clear 24-bit/96kHz playback for immersive listening. - • **Effortless Plug & Play:** No drivers needed—just connect via USB and elevate your audio instantly on Windows or Mac. - • **Compact & Lightweight Design:** Sleek, portable form factor fits perfectly on any desk setup without clutter or bulk. - • **Powerful Audio Control Suite:** Download Creative’s control panel for tailored EQ, sound profiles, and next-level audio customization. - • **Universal Headphone Compatibility:** Seamlessly connect any analog headset, from casual earbuds to pro-grade headphones without adapters. ## Overview The Creative Labs Sound Blaster Play! 3 is a compact external USB sound adapter that instantly upgrades your PC or Mac audio to 24-bit/96kHz high-resolution playback. With plug-and-play ease, universal analog headphone support, and powerful downloadable software for personalized sound tuning, it’s the perfect upgrade for professionals and audiophiles seeking crisp, immersive audio without hassle. ## Description Buy Creative Labs Sound Blaster Play! 3 External USB Sound Adapter for Windows and Mac. Plug and Play (No Drivers Required). Upgrade to 24-Bit 96Khz Playback online on desertcart.ae at best prices. ✓ Fast and free shipping ✓ free returns ✓ cash on delivery available on eligible purchase. Review: Solid little DAC to upgrade onboard audio on PC. - Worked great for my use case and much better than onboard Audio on my X670E Tomahawk. I am pairing it with Corsair HS50 Pro stereo headset and for that it works perfect. I did have to download APO + Peace GUI and tune it to my liking as the default sound has high treble and limited bass which was causing my ears to hurt. After tuning I can hear footsteps in games better, there is bass (as best as can be) and overall sound clarity is quite high. For such a cheap price I can't complain too much. Box was bent a bit but item was new and works fine. Update: the Treble harshness was too much for me and I am returning this. I got Play! 4 which is leagues better than this. If you are in the market for a dac just get Play! 4 instead of this. Review: For the price it's great. I used this after I stopped using FXSound EQ Software as it continues to test as Malware. I was using that software with a higher end DAC. So I no longer had an EQ software. I saw that this came with EQ Software (Must download SBP3_PCDRV_L12_1_01_08.exe from the Creative downloads website). After getting to know the software and getting it tweaked for audio with the Play! 3 I was able to get the sound pretty good (You can use SBX sound or Equalizer..Your choice). I thought it was such a good deal I purchased another for another laptop. The software is from 2017 but works great under the latest version of Windows 11 25H2. ## Features - power source type: Corded Electric - No drivers needed -- works straight out of the box. - Works with PC and Mac -- Compatible with Windows 10, 8.1, 7; and Mac OS x10.9 or higher. Enhance your listening experience -- Upgrade your existing on-board sound to a USB DAC capable of 24-bit 96kHz playback Instantly! - Easy Headphone connectivity -- Compatible with all analog headsets, from standard mobile phone earbuds to gaming and studio-grade headphones. Connect your headsets with single or split stereo/mic connector easily without the use of a Y-splitter cable. - Powerful downloadable software -- control panel software gives powerful Audio Enhancements and unprecedented control. Also includes optimized profiles for multiple earphone brands. - Product Type - SOUND CARD ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B06XBZ38ZJ | | Audio Output Mode | Stereo | | Best Sellers Rank | #43,546 in Computers ( See Top 100 in Computers ) #97 in External Sound Cards | | Brand | Creative | | Compatible Devices | mac | | Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (3,475) | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00054651191273 | | Hardware Connectivity | USB | | Hardware Platform | Headphone, Personal Computer | | Item Dimensions L x W x H | 13.8L x 2.2W x 0.9H centimeters | | Item Weight | 0.1 Pounds | | Manufacturer | Creative | | Maximum Sample Rate | 96 KHz | | Mfr Part Number | 70SB173000000 | | Model Name | sound blaster play 3 | | Model Number | 70SB173000000 | | Platform | Windows | | Surround Sound Channel Configuration | 2.0 | | UPC | 054651191273 | ## Product Details - **Audio output mode:** Stereo - **Brand:** Creative - **Compatible devices:** mac - **Hardware interface:** USB - **Platform:** Windows ## Images ![Creative Labs Sound Blaster Play! 3 External USB Sound Adapter for Windows and Mac. Plug and Play (No Drivers Required). Upgrade to 24-Bit 96Khz Playback - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61UUwDw42BL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Color** 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 ### ⭐⭐ Solid little DAC to upgrade onboard audio on PC. *by S***K on 18 September 2025* Worked great for my use case and much better than onboard Audio on my X670E Tomahawk. I am pairing it with Corsair HS50 Pro stereo headset and for that it works perfect. I did have to download APO + Peace GUI and tune it to my liking as the default sound has high treble and limited bass which was causing my ears to hurt. After tuning I can hear footsteps in games better, there is bass (as best as can be) and overall sound clarity is quite high. For such a cheap price I can't complain too much. Box was bent a bit but item was new and works fine. Update: the Treble harshness was too much for me and I am returning this. I got Play! 4 which is leagues better than this. If you are in the market for a dac just get Play! 4 instead of this. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by D***I on 1 March 2026* For the price it's great. I used this after I stopped using FXSound EQ Software as it continues to test as Malware. I was using that software with a higher end DAC. So I no longer had an EQ software. I saw that this came with EQ Software (Must download SBP3_PCDRV_L12_1_01_08.exe from the Creative downloads website). After getting to know the software and getting it tweaked for audio with the Play! 3 I was able to get the sound pretty good (You can use SBX sound or Equalizer..Your choice). I thought it was such a good deal I purchased another for another laptop. The software is from 2017 but works great under the latest version of Windows 11 25H2. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by A***. on 3 April 2025* Avevo bisogno di uno splitter per separare gli ingressi di cuffia e microfono del mio notebook, recensioni e prezzi dei cavetti di separazione non mi hanno convinto e ho preferito acquistare una scheda audio esterna. Dopo averla provata con il driver installato da Windows 11, ho scaricato il driver proprietario e funziona benissimo. Ha un livello di uscita adeguato a pilotare la mia cuffia che ha un'impedenza di 250 Ohm, mentre con la scheda audio interna il volume a volte era troppo basso. Avrei preferito le prese di cuffia e microfono un po' più distanti fra loro, ma non è un problema. Molto soddisfatto dell'acquisto, funziona molto bene e ha un prezzo poco più alto di un semplice cavetto. Pagata poco più di 16 euro. ## Frequently Bought Together - Creative Labs Sound Blaster Play! 3 External USB Sound Adapter for Windows and Mac. Plug and Play (No Drivers Required). Upgrade to 24-Bit 96Khz Playback - SABRENT USB External Stereo Sound Adapter for Windows and Mac. Plug and Play No Drivers Needed. 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