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

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Communicate Smarter with Sound Blaster PLAY! 4

Auto Mute and Two-way Noise Cancellation for Conference Calls

Really, communications shouldn’t be this complicated. Instead of fussing over mute controls or being distracted by unwanted background noises, you should really be focusing on your work and ideas.

A must-have for any work calls, the Sound Blaster PLAY! 4 is designed to solve your video call woes by simplifying the way you communicate. It debuts our newest SmartComms Kit, packed with an array of smart communication software features such as auto mute and two-way noise cancellation guaranteed to redefine your video call experience.

We’ve also made sure to uphold our ethos in delivering convenience and quality with a direct mic mute button, Bass Boost and Dynamic EQs, as well as an instant audio upgrade that surpasses the default audio on any of your devices.

Now, it’s time to change the way you take your calls.

Make Your Audio Go Further

On top of all the software features, Sound Blaster PLAY! 4 also comes with an EQ button with 2 sound modes—Dynamic and Bass Boost—that works great with any type of content—music, movies, and even games!

Better Than Your Default Audio

On the back of everything is what we do best—audio quality. Powered by high-resolution audio with a 192 kHz / 24-bit DAC and delivering clean audio clarity at 110 dB, you will never go back to the default audio on your PC again.

Really Easy to Carry Round

Extremely lightweight (8.3g / 0.29 oz) and super portable, you can carry the Sound Blaster PLAY! 4 around with you everywhere you go—whether you are hot-desking or moving from location to location.

Communicate Smarter with SmartComms Kit

Our SmartComms Kit was developed to fix one common issue for Windows users—to simplify the way we communicate online—via a suite of smart communication features. Why fuss over mute controls or get distracted by unwanted background noises when you should be focusing on what matters instead? Plus, it can be used with any headphones or headsets with microphone, including those that comes bundled* with your mobile phones.

*Do note that the compatibility of PLAY! 4 with the button functions of your headsets are dependent on their respective manufacturer’s implementation.

VoiceDetect—Mute and Unmute Yourself Automatically

Our VoiceDetect feature controls your mute status by voice detection as you speak—your microphone gets muted automatically when you stop speaking, and unmutes you instantly as you start speaking. There is absolutely no need to fiddle with any buttons—physical or in-app—so you can on track with your train of thought during the pitch. 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.

Solid Red LED on Mic Mute Button: Mic Muted + VoiceDetect disabled

LED Off on Mic Mute Button: Mic Unmuted + VoiceDetect enabled

VoiceDetect requires your default microphone button to be unmuted in order for it to work. When unmuted, it will assume control over your microphone’s outgoing audio to automatically unmute when you speak, and mute when you stop.

NoiseClean—Two-way Noise Cancellation

Noise is the enemy of all calls—whether it’s happening in our surrounding or coming from our co-workers—it’s equally disruptive. But what if it is your colleague’s background noise that’s driving you insane? We have the perfect fix with our NoiseClean features that reduces static background noises from both ends—incoming and outgoing audio—of the conversation.

NoiseClean-in analyzes your incoming audio (imagine a colleague with a noisy background in your video call), detecting and suppressing the unwanted noises, before sending just your colleague’s clean voice to you through your headphones.

NoiseClean-out does the same—but for your own background noise.

It’s Super Easy to Setup

Plug it in, download, and go. The Sound Blaster PLAY! 4 lets you communicate smarter in 3 easy steps:

Plug in the Sound Blaster PLAY! 4 to your Windows PC via the USB-C port. If your computer only has USB-A port, don’t worry, we have also included a USB-C to USB-A converter for your use. Download and install the Creative app onto your Windows PC from our Creative Worldwide Support Page for Sound Blaster PLAY! 4. Go to the SmartComms Kit module and make sure that it is switched on.

And voila, you’re done! To make further adjustments or control each feature individually, access the Advanced settings inside the SmartComms Kit module.

Product Overview of Sound Blaster PLAY! 4

*Voice communications on Nintendo Switch via Sound Blaster PLAY! 4 is title dependent.

^The Sound Blaster PLAY! 4 has been designed to work with fully compliant USB-C Android phones, for example, the Google Pixel series. Some phones may display partial compatibility with the Sound Blaster PLAY! 4 because of the difference in their USB-C implementation from the Android standard, and may exhibit mic compatibility issues.

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USB Connectivity
USB-C with included USB-C to USB-A converter USB-A

Software
Creative app with SmartComms Kit for Windows PC (Version 10 and above) Sound Blaster Control Panel for Windows PC and Mac

Built-in EQ button
Yes, Bass Boost and Dynamic EQs No

Direct Mic Mute Button

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No

Headphones / Headsets Connector Types
Integrated 3.5 mm headphones / headsets jack Integrated 3.5 mm headphones / headsets jack with external microphone jack

Audio Quality
24-bit / 192 kHz, 110 dB 24-bit / 96 kHz, 93 dB

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 headphones—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

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