Q117419: List of Major Sound Card Manufacturers (A)

Article: Q117419
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Last Modified: 30-JUL-2001

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The following is a list of some of the major sound card manufacturers. Phone
numbers and specifications are included.


Acer America
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Model: Acer PAC Magic
Phone: (408) 432-6200
Warranty: 1 Yr.
Computer Interface: 16-bit ISA (AT) only
IRQ's Above 7 Supported: Yes
DMA Channels Above 3 Supported: No
Max Sample Rate-Recording in kHz: 48
Max Sample Rate-Mono Playback in kHz:48
Max Sample Rate-Stereo Playback in kHz: 48
DSP Included: No
ADPCM Data Compression Supported: Yes
Synthesizer Type: FM4, Optional Wavetable
Synthesizer Chipset: OPL3
MIDI Interface Included: Yes
Adlib Compatible: Yes
Sound Blaster Compatible Via: FM Chip
Via MPU-401 Emulation: No
Onboard Mixer: Yes
CD-ROM Interface: Proprietary

ACS Computer
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Model: Futura 16
Phone: (415) 875-6633
Warranty: 1 Yr.
Computer Interface: 16-bit ISA (AT) only
IRQ's Above 7 Supported: Yes
DMA Channels Above 3 Supported: No
Max Sample Rate-Recording in kHz: 48
Max Sample Rate-Mono Playback in kHz:48
Max Sample Rate-Stereo Playback in kHz: 48
DSP Included: No
ADPCM Data Compression Supported: Yes
Synthesizer Type: FM4, Optional Wavetable
Synthesizer Chipset: OPL3
MIDI Interface Included: Yes
Adlib Compatible: Yes
Sound Blaster Compatible Via: FM Chip
Via MPU-401 Emulation: UART
Onboard Mixer: Yes
CD-ROM Interface: Proprietary or optional SCSI

Actix Systems
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Model: Lark
Phone: (408) 986-1625
Warranty: 1 Yr.
Computer Interface: Any ISA
IRQ's Above 7 Supported: Yes
DMA Channels Above 3 Supported: No
Max Sample Rate-Recording in kHz: 44
Max Sample Rate-Mono Playback in kHz:44
Max Sample Rate-Stereo Playback in kHz: 44
DSP Included: No
ADPCM Data Compression Supported: Yes
Synthesizer Type: FM4
Synthesizer Chipset: OPL3
MIDI Interface Included: Yes
Adlib Compatible: Yes
Sound Blaster Compatible Via: FM Chip
Via MPU-401 Emulation: No
Onboard Mixer: Yes
CD-ROM Interface: SCSI w/ ASPI

Actix Systems
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Model: Lark
Phone: (408) 986-1625
Warranty: 1 Yr.
Computer Interface: VESA Local Bus
IRQ's Above 7 Supported: Yes
DMA Channels Above 3 Supported: No
Max Sample Rate-Recording in kHz: 44
Max Sample Rate-Mono Playback in kHz:44
Max Sample Rate-Stereo Playback in kHz: 44
DSP Included: No
ADPCM Data Compression Supported: Yes
Synthesizer Type: FM4
Synthesizer Chipset: OPL3
MIDI Interface Included: Yes
Adlib Compatible: Yes
Sound Blaster Compatible Via: FM Chip
Via MPU-401 Emulation: No
Onboard Mixer: Yes
CD-ROM Interface: SCSI w/ ASPI

Ad Lib Multimedia Inc.
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Model: Ad Lib Gold 1000
Phone: (418) 656-8742
Warranty: 1 Yr.
Computer Interface: Any ISA
IRQ's Above 7 Supported:
DMA Channels Above 3 Supported:
Max Sample Rate-Recording in kHz: 44
Max Sample Rate-Mono Playback in kHz:44
Max Sample Rate-Stereo Playback in kHz: 44
DSP Included: No
ADPCM Data Compression Supported:
Synthesizer Type: FM
Synthesizer Chipset: OPL3 YMF262
MIDI Interface Included: Yes
Adlib Compatible: Yes
Sound Blaster Compatible Via:
Via MPU-401 Emulation:
Onboard Mixer:
CD-ROM Interface: SCSI Optional

Addtech Research
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Model: Sound Pro II
Phone: (510) 623-7583
Warranty: 1 Yr.
Computer Interface: 16-bit ISA (AT) only
IRQ's Above 7 Supported: Yes
DMA Channels Above 3 Supported: Yes
Max Sample Rate-Recording in kHz: 44
Max Sample Rate-Mono Playback in kHz:44
Max Sample Rate-Stereo Playback in kHz: 44
DSP Included: Yes
ADPCM Data Compression Supported: Yes
Synthesizer Type: Wavetable
Synthesizer Chipset: Aria, TMS320 DSP
MIDI Interface Included: Yes
Adlib Compatible: Yes
Sound Blaster Compatible Via: SW emul
Via MPU-401 Emulation: UART
Onboard Mixer: Yes
CD-ROM Interface: None

Advanced Gravis
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Model: Ultrasound
Phone: (604) 431-5020
Warranty: 3 Yr.
Computer Interface: Any ISA
IRQ's Above 7 Supported: Yes
DMA Channels Above 3 Supported: Yes
Max Sample Rate-Recording in kHz: 44
Max Sample Rate-Mono Playback in kHz:44
Max Sample Rate-Stereo Playback in kHz: 44
DSP Included: No
ADPCM Data Compression Supported: No
Synthesizer Type: Wavetable
Synthesizer Chipset: GFI
MIDI Interface Included: Yes
Adlib Compatible: Yes
Sound Blaster Compatible Via: SW emul
Via MPU-401 Emulation: UART
Onboard Mixer: Yes
CD-ROM Interface: None

Advanced Gravis
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Model: Ultrasound Max
Phone: (604) 431-5020
Warranty: 3 Yr.
Computer Interface: Any ISA
IRQ's Above 7 Supported: Yes
DMA Channels Above 3 Supported: Yes
Max Sample Rate-Recording in kHz: 48
Max Sample Rate-Mono Playback in kHz:44
Max Sample Rate-Stereo Playback in kHz: 44
DSP Included: No
ADPCM Data Compression Supported: Yes
Synthesizer Type: Wavetable
Synthesizer Chipset: GFI
MIDI Interface Included: Yes
Adlib Compatible: Yes
Sound Blaster Compatible Via: SW emul
Via MPU-401 Emulation: UART
Onboard Mixer: Yes
CD-ROM Interface: Proprietary and SCSI

AITech International
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Model: Audio Show
Phone: (510) 226-8960
Warranty: 1 Yr.
Computer Interface: 16-bit ISA (AT) only
IRQ's Above 7 Supported: Yes
DMA Channels Above 3 Supported: Yes
Max Sample Rate-Recording in kHz: 44
Max Sample Rate-Mono Playback in kHz:44
Max Sample Rate-Stereo Playback in kHz: 44
DSP Included: No
ADPCM Data Compression Supported: Yes
Synthesizer Type: FM4
Synthesizer Chipset: OPL3
MIDI Interface Included: Yes
Adlib Compatible: Yes
Sound Blaster Compatible Via: FM Chip
Via MPU-401 Emulation: No
Onboard Mixer: Yes
CD-ROM Interface: SCSI w/ASPI

AITech International
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Model: Audio/Video Blender
Phone: (510) 226-8960
Warranty: 1 Yr.
Computer Interface: 16-bit ISA (AT) only
IRQ's Above 7 Supported: Yes
DMA Channels Above 3 Supported: No
Max Sample Rate-Recording in kHz: 44
Max Sample Rate-Mono Playback in kHz:44
Max Sample Rate-Stereo Playback in kHz: 44
DSP Included: No
ADPCM Data Compression Supported: No
Synthesizer Type: FM4
Synthesizer Chipset: OPL3
MIDI Interface Included: No
Adlib Compatible: Yes
Sound Blaster Compatible Via: FM Chip
Via MPU-401 Emulation: No
Onboard Mixer: Yes
CD-ROM Interface:

Alpha Systems Lab
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Model: Cyber Audio Pro
Phone: (714) 252-0117
Warranty: 2 Yr.
Computer Interface: 16-bit ISA (AT) only
IRQ's Above 7 Supported: Yes
DMA Channels Above 3 Supported: Yes
Max Sample Rate-Recording in kHz: 44
Max Sample Rate-Mono Playback in kHz:44
Max Sample Rate-Stereo Playback in kHz: 44
DSP Included: Yes
ADPCM Data Compression Supported: Yes
Synthesizer Type: Wavetable
Synthesizer Chipset: Aria
MIDI Interface Included: Yes
Adlib Compatible: Yes
Sound Blaster Compatible Via: HW Emul
Via MPU-401 Emulation: UART
Onboard Mixer: Yes
CD-ROM Interface: SCSI w/ASPI

Antex Electronics
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Model: Z1
Phone: (310) 532-3092
Warranty: 1 Yr.
Computer Interface: Any ISA
IRQ's Above 7 Supported: Yes
DMA Channels Above 3 Supported: No
Max Sample Rate-Recording in kHz: 50
Max Sample Rate-Mono Playback in kHz:50
Max Sample Rate-Stereo Playback in kHz: 50
DSP Included: Yes
ADPCM Data Compression Supported: Yes
Synthesizer Type: FM4, Optional Wavetable
Synthesizer Chipset: OPL3
MIDI Interface Included: Yes
Adlib Compatible: Yes
Sound Blaster Compatible Via: FM Chip
Via MPU-401 Emulation: No
Onboard Mixer: Yes
CD-ROM Interface: SCSI w/ASPI

Antex Electronics
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Model: Z1e
Phone: (310) 532-3092
Warranty: 1 Yr.
Computer Interface: Any ISA
IRQ's Above 7 Supported: Yes
DMA Channels Above 3 Supported: No
Max Sample Rate-Recording in kHz: 50
Max Sample Rate-Mono Playback in kHz:50
Max Sample Rate-Stereo Playback in kHz: 50
DSP Included: Yes
ADPCM Data Compression Supported: Yes
Synthesizer Type: FM4, Optional Wavetable
Synthesizer Chipset: OPL3
MIDI Interface Included: Yes
Adlib Compatible: Yes
Sound Blaster Compatible Via: FM Chip
Via MPU-401 Emulation: No
Onboard Mixer: Yes
CD-ROM Interface: SCSI w/ASPI

Aztech Labs
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Model: Sound Galaxy Basic 16
Phone: (510) 623-8988
Warranty: 1 Yr.
Computer Interface: 16-bit ISA (AT) only
IRQ's Above 7 Supported: Yes
DMA Channels Above 3 Supported: Yes
Max Sample Rate-Recording in kHz: 44
Max Sample Rate-Mono Playback in kHz:44
Max Sample Rate-Stereo Playback in kHz: 44
DSP Included: Yes
ADPCM Data Compression Supported: Yes
Synthesizer Type: FM4, Optional Wavetable
Synthesizer Chipset: OPL3
MIDI Interface Included: Yes
Adlib Compatible: Yes
Sound Blaster Compatible Via: FM Chip
Via MPU-401 Emulation: No
Onboard Mixer: Yes
CD-ROM Interface: Proprietary or optional SCSI

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