Sound BlasterX Katana: Wireless Multi Channel Gaming Soundbar

Named after the sword so technologically perfect in structure and so demanding in its creation, the Sound BlasterX Katana exhibits the same sleek sophistication and formidable strength in its design and audio prowess.

World's 1^st Under Monitor Audio System

In a league of its own, the Katana fits right under your monitor with a slimness that's unmatched by other so-called gaming sound bars, and is powered and enhanced by our award winning multi-core audio DSP making it the world's first true Under Monitor Audio System (UMAS).

Aurora Reactive Lighting System
The Katana incorporates the Aurora Reactive lighting system, where its base is lined with 49 programmable LED lights from edge to edge.

Just like each unique hamon of the Japanese sword, the Aurora Reactive lighting system comes in 16.8 million colours for you to customize your ambience lighting effects to create your own unique profile that elevates your gaming play and movie watching experiences.

Remote Control: Cast all Your Power Remotely

Sit back and enjoy your movie. The Katana comes with an IR Remote Control, so you can have access to all the controls at your fingertips.

5 Driver Design: Expertly Tuned Acoustics

The Katana Gaming Soundbar and Subwoofer system uses a total of 5 Speaker drivers. The Katan Soundbar comes with 2x up-firing midbass drivers and 2x high-excursion tweeters. The separate Katana Wired Subwoofer Cabinet uses a powerful long-throw subwoofer driver to maximize airflow for deep, explosive bass. Each driver is individually chambered and powered by a DSP-controlled amplifier for ultra-precise audio.

5.25" (133mm) Long Throw Subwoofer Driver

The long-throw subwoofer features a super stiff paper cone and low loss surround for clean, detailed, chest-thumping bass. The driver is housed in a CARB-compliant MDF cabinet with flared port tube for laminar air flow and increased output. Experience the Katana to hear its powerful bass that reverberate through your bones.

2.5" (63.5mm) Upfiring Midbass Drivers

The highly efficient 2.5" midbass drivers housed in an optimally tuned ported enclosure pump out clean, transparent midrange and dynamic midbass. Directing the audio upwards also provides for a wider soundstage that doesn't require the listener to be situated in the audio sweet spot.

1.3" (34mm) High-excursion Tweeters

The high-frequency drivers feature inverted alloy dome diaphragms and wide polymer surrounds for low-resonant frequency and extended low-frequency response. These high-excursion tweeters allow us to cross them to the midbass at a much lower frequency than conventional tweeters, resulting in seamless driver integration and uncompromising clarity.

Tri-Amplified Design: Put the Cutting Edge in Audio

The Katana utilizes a game-changing tri-amplified design with a total output of 75RMS/150W Peak Power to deliver room-filling audio, with uncompromisingly clear, high-definition, well-balanced audio and deep resonating bass.

With the tri-amplified design, the amplifiers are controlled by our proprietary multi-core Digital Signal Processor (DSP); two dedicated to driving mids, another two dedicated to deliver the high frequencies, and one dedicated to churn out heart-thumping bass. From traversing through ravines to bullet-fast evasive maneuvers, you can hear all the details that other speakers fail to deliver.

2.1 Channel Audio w/ 3 Amplifiers & 5 Speakers

Housing a tri-amplified design where the 5 drivers are individually powered by DSP-controlled amplifiers, the Katana delivers ultra-precise audio at each part of the audio spectrum. Equipped with a plethora of connectivity options, you can trust the Katana to be one of the most versatile and most powerful speakers to ever grace your desktop.

High Resolution 24-bit Audio: Immerse Yourself in Games & Movies

In addition to powering the tri-amplified design, the Katana features our award winning proprietary multi-core DSP that is capable of producing 24-bit high-resolution audio for lossless, crystal-clear and impressive room-filling sound. It is a certified Dolby Digital decoder that converts analog sound (stereo or 5.1) from an optical source into digital 5.1 configurations at up to 24-bit @ 96kHz.

Immersive 3D PC Gaming Audio

The Katana doubles as a sound card which supports Virtual 7.1 Channel Audio input signals to deliver realistic gaming effects and audio cues with near-perfect accuracy and positioning when you hook it up via USB.

Comprehensive Connectivity Options

Setup goals are now achievable with the Katana. Equipped with comprehensive connectivity connections, the Katana is versatile and compatible with many multimedia devices:

• Optical-in
  When connected via optical-in, the Dolby Digital-certified Katana delivers realistic digital 5.1 audio, giving you the most for your console gaming and movie nights
• USB Audio: 7.1 Virtual Surround PC Gaming
  Level up your PC gaming experience with Virtual 7.1 audio when you connect to the Katana via USB. You can also enjoy 24bit/96kHz high-resolution audio via the USB Connection
• USB Flash Drive: Integrated Audio Player
  Play your entire music collection directly from the Katana via your USB Flash Drive that contains your favorite songs and press the Play button to enjoy a fantastic listening experience. You may also refer to your playlist from the Sound Blaster Connect
• Bluetooth Wireless
  The Katana supports Bluetooth v4.2, which gives you a connecting range of up to 10m, so you can enjoy all the convenience for great wireless audio

Perfect for Late Night Games

You don't have to wake up the entire house to be a late night gamer. With the headphone jack and microphone inputs, the Katana works with most headphones and headsets, so you can conveniently put your best game forward, even when everyone else is in their deep slumber.

• For Wireless Streaming:
  Compatible Bluetooth devices that support the Stereo Bluetooth Profile (A2DP)
• For Wireless Control:
  Compatible Bluetooth devices that support the Bluetooth Remote Control (AVRCP)
• For 7.1 Virtual Surround Audio Playback:
  Windows® PC
• For Digital 5.1 Audio Playback:
  Optical-in
• For High-resolution 24-bit 96kHz Audio Playback:
  For PC via USB Connection
• For Playback via USB Flash Drive:
  Up to 128GB formatted in FAT16, FAT32 or exFAT
  Common audio formats such as MP3, WMA, FLAC and WAV
  (MP3 and WMA up to 320kbps and FLAC up to 1.3Mbps)
• For Sound Blaster Connect on Windows® Operating Systems:
  Intel Core™ 2 Duo 2.2 GHz, AMD Athlon 64x2 Dual Core or better
  Microsoft® Windows® 10 or 8.1 (32-bit or 64-bit)
  1GB RAM
  600MB of free hard disk space
  Available USB 2.0 or 3.0 port
  Internet connection (optional)
• For Direct Connection to AUX-in Jack:
  Analog audio devices with a 3.5mm output

• 1x Sound BlasterX Katana Soundbar
• 1x Sound BlasterX Katana Subwoofer
• 1x Power Adapter
• 1x USB Cable
• 1x IR remote (battery included)
• 2x Wall Mount Brackets
• Warranty & Technical Support leaflet
• Quick Start Guide
• Safety & Regulatory leaflet