

When enabled by proper files, the characteristics of the sound card (like model, manufacturer, number of channels) are completely available to computers, and all its features are made accessible. Usually, Windows operating systems apply a generic audio driver that allows computers to recognize the sound card component and make use of its basic functions. Dolby Headphone technology for an immersive 5.1 surround experience ASUS exclusive GX2.5 gaming audio engine for legacy EAX support 3 headphone gain modes for different usage scenarios - VOIP, pro-gaming and exciter Built-in headphone amplifier to power up every sound detail in gaming Thanks.PCI 7.1-channel gaming audio card and headphone amplifier So anything thoughts or information would be appreciated.

I am also trying to see what others have experienced. That is why I am being very caution about this and testing everything one at a time. Windows 8.1 Preview I did not have any of the issues which I got after installing the Release version the other day. I am just wondering if and when drivers for the Xonar Essence STX will be released for (8.1) and if people have had any issues with use the current drivers for Windows 8. I am at the Sound Card drivers now but their is no 8.1 drivers for it. Long story short, I tried a lot of things to fix them but I ended up reinstalling Windows 8 completely from scratch and am now in the process of installing everything one at a time to test them and make sure they are all working. I was not leaning toward any of the issues being the sound card but I can not be certain. I ask because when I first installed Windows 8.1 since its release I had some major issues which I could not identify the source of. I know this section is on the Phoebus but since it is the closest section to the Xonar Cards I thought I would ask here.ĭoes anyone know if and when drivers for Windows 8.1 will be released for the Xonar Essence STX?Īlso, has anyone used the regular Windows 8 drivers for it with 8.1 and if their were any issues?
