The ES1688 chipset provides 16-Bit Stereo sound through FM synthesis, using the ESS 'ESFM' synthesis chip, delivery a rich 72 operator sound. This card was voted PC Magazines 'Editors Choice' for top quality sound and value for money. Ideal for end-users and system assemblers, this is an ideal choice for an entry level budget priced sound card.
Digital Audio Features:
| Recording & Playback | 16 bits stereo A/D and D/A |
| Sampling Rate | 4KHz to 44.1KHz |
| Data Compression | ADPCM, ESPCM Audio compression |
| ESFM Synthesizer | 20 voices/ 72 Operators |
| Volume Control | 6 bit (64 steps) software master volume control |
| Wavetable | Universal upgrade port |
| Output Power Amp: | 2 watts per channel |
| Audio Mixer : | 6 channel Mixing |
| Compatibility: | Sound Blaster, Sound Blaster Pro, Window Sound System, Window 95's Direct Sound , MPC, MPCII, AdLib |
| Card Configuration: | Embedded Driver in Win 95, Software programmable under DOS and Win 3.x |
| MIDI Interface : | MPU401 (UART mode) (ESS1688 only) |
| Audio Utilities: | WILLOW POND |
| Sound System include: | Media Launcher, Presto Arranger MIDI Sequencer, Media Rack, Wave Editor and WinChime |
| Advanced Power Managemnet: | Self-timed power down, auto wake up,Suspend/Resume |