quality and rich gaming sound effects. The Xonar DX is capable of delivering 35 times cleaner audio quality with 116dB SNR in comparison to most motherboard onboard audio with only 85dB SNR. While noise is unavoidable, the Xonar DX dramatically reduces the amount of background noise, and it is this distinction that allows the Xonar DX to produce as little as 1/32 (-105dB) of the total harmonics distortion versus traditional motherboard audio (-75dB). As most onboard audio only provide 80~86 dB SNR audio quality, background noises are easily heard while listening to music or playing games. The Xonar DX provides at least 30% better quality sounds than the average onboard audio. With audio architecture in Vista, users will sometimes be unable to achieve multi-channel sounds, DirectSound; and EAX 5.0 sound effects in EAX 5.0 Titled PC games. With the ASUS Xonar DX, all these problems will be solved. With support for the innovative DS3D GX 2.0 technology, the Xonar DX automatically supports the latest EAX and DirectSound HW after installation without the need to search for additional drivers or OpenAL - as most games are DS3D/DirectX compatible. Xonar DX card utilizes VocalFX - an innovative voice processing technology for users' voices to enter into the realistic gaming landscape (VoiceEX), or to emulate the background scenes in online chats (ChatEX). It also allows them to disguise their voice pitches (Magic Voice). With all these features, users will have boundless entertainment while utilizing voice communications on the PC. Besides delivering impressive audio quality, the Xonar DX is also packed with multiple sound technologies from Dolby to deliver outstanding entertainment experiences. These include Dolby Digital Live, which convert  (less)

your favorite movies, music and video games again and again. TSS systems are designed for almost any size space, so filling your room with great sound is easy.The Total Solutions TSS-500 features four magnetically shielded satellites, each with 64mm woofers, complemented by a shielded center channel with dual woofers and a 19mm tweeter for dialogue that stands out from the rest of the crowd. The 100-Watt powered subwoofer fleshes out the detail in low-frequency soundtracks, and is perfect for small to medium sized rooms.Each speaker in the TSS-500 system features an impeccable platinum finish, with fully adjustable wall-mount brackets for satellites and the center channel. The versatile satellite design allows them to be ...  (less)

sound effects. The Xonar DX is capable of delivering 35 times cleaner audio quality with 116dB SNR in comparison to most motherboard onboard audio with only 85dB SNR. While noise is unavoidable, the Xonar DX dramatically reduces the amount of background noise, and it is this distinction that allows the Xonar DX to produce as little as 1/32 (-105dB) of the total harmonics distortion versus traditional motherboard audio (-75dB). As most onboard audio only provide 80~86 dB SNR audio quality, background noises are easily heard while listening to music or playing games. The Xonar DX provides at least 30% better quality sounds than the average onboard audio. With audio architecture in Vista, users will sometimes be unable to achieve multi-channel sounds, DirectSound; and EAX 5.0 sound effects in EAX 5.0 Titled PC games. With the ASUS Xonar DX, all these problems will be solved. With support for the innovative DS3D GX 2.0 technology, the Xonar DX automatically supports the latest EAX and DirectSound HW after installation without the need to search for additional drivers or OpenAL - as most games are DS3D/DirectX compatible. Xonar DX card utilizes VocalFX - an innovative voice processing technology for users' voices to enter into the realistic gaming landscape (VoiceEX), or to emulate the background scenes in online chats (ChatEX). It also allows them to disguise their voice pitches (Magic Voice). With all these features, users will have boundless entertainment while utilizing voice communications on the PC. Besides delivering impressive audio quality, the Xonar DX is also packed with multiple sound technologies from Dolby to deliver outstanding entertainment experiences. These include Dolby Digital Live, which convert  (less)

sound effects. The Xonar DX is capable of delivering 35 times cleaner audio quality with 116dB SNR in comparison to most motherboard onboard audio with only 85dB SNR. While noise is unavoidable, the Xonar DX dramatically reduces the amount of background noise, and it is this distinction that allows the Xonar DX to produce as little as 1/32 (-105dB) of the total harmonics distortion versus traditional motherboard audio (-75dB). As most onboard audio only provide 80~86 dB SNR audio quality, background noises are easily heard while listening to music or playing games. The Xonar DX provides at least 30% better quality sounds than the average onboard audio. With audio architecture in Vista, users will sometimes be unable to achieve multi-channel sounds, DirectSound; and EAX 5.0 sound effects in EAX 5.0 Titled PC games. With the ASUS Xonar DX, all these problems will be solved. With support for the innovative DS3D GX 2.0 technology, the Xonar DX automatically supports the latest EAX and DirectSound HW after installation without the need to search for additional drivers or OpenAL - as most games are DS3D/DirectX compatible. Xonar DX card utilizes VocalFX - an innovative voice processing technology for users' voices to enter into the realistic gaming landscape (VoiceEX), or to emulate the background scenes in online chats (ChatEX). It also allows them to disguise their voice pitches (Magic Voice). With all these features, users will have boundless entertainment while utilizing voice communications on the PC. Besides delivering impressive audio quality, the Xonar DX is also packed with multiple sound technologies from Dolby to deliver outstanding entertainment experiences. These include Dolby Digital Live, which convert  (less)

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the historic centre. Other places of interest are the Japanese rockery or the Petershöhe Mountain. From here, you will have a wonderful view of the quarter, the numerous balconies, chapels and the Karlsbad forests. For those guests interested in sports there are a golf course, tennis courses and a race-course available. Karlsbad offers various cultural activities, for example: visit to theaters, concerts, the Karlsbad Museum, galleries of art, the museums of the Becher and Moser companies and many others events. The height of the season is the traditional film festival of Karlsbad. Recently arranged in a new classical style the health resort offers high comfort. The rooms are arranged with cosy period furniture and ensure elegant comfort during your stay. The restaurants Praha and Paris offer a wide range of exquisite international dishes. Enjoy the cozy, stylish atmosphere of the café Wien. The president hall as well as the music room are available for social and corporate events. Furthermore, the hotel features a concert hall, a beauty parlour and an indoor swimming pool. A sports centre and the Indoor Golf Imperial are close to the hotel. With our partnership with the travel agency Pentalog Tour, you will find at our reception plenty of information about the different sights, the surroundings as well as cultural events in Karlsbad. The reception is open 24 hours a day  (less)

FM radio, this card can satisfy all your needs. In addition, with the built-in hardware noise reduction technology and the advanced decoder, this card produces extremely high video quality for better TV experience. Operating System(s): Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium Microsoft Windows Vista Home Basic Microsoft Windows Vista Ultimate Microsoft Windows MCE Microsoft Windows XP Listen to MP3 music or FM radio ""ASUS VideoSecurity Online Technology"" for making your private security system on PC Watch analog TV or digital TV and record another, or record two different channels at the same time MPEG2 hardware encoder built-in for unprecedented multitasking efficiency boost Edit and burn video into DVD or VCD Capture external video-in source Sort video and photographs Total Media TV Tuner PCI Express 90-YC0SA0F-UAY0Z TV Input IR Input FM Input Audio/Video Input Plug-in Card ASUS Computer International PE9400Combo My Cinema-PE9400Combo TV Tuner PC MPEG-2 VCD DVD My Cinema ATSC NTSC ASUS TV Tuning Video Editing Video Capturing Video Recording FM Tuning"  (less)

this card can satisfy all your needs. In addition, with the built-in hardware noise reduction technology and the advanced decoder, this card produces extremely high video quality for better TV experience. My Cinema-PHC3-100/NAQ/FM/AV/RC TV Tuner Remote Controller External Antenna Cable IR Sensor Cable FM Cable Video-in & Audio-in Adapter CD (Includes: User Manual) Operating System(s): Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium Microsoft Windows Vista Home Basic Microsoft Windows Vista Ultimate Microsoft Windows XP Listen to MP3 music or FM radio ""ASUS VideoSecurity Online Technology"" for making your private security system on PC Watch analog and digital TV over the air (or digital TV through a standard coaxial cable) simultaneously Watch analog or digital TV and record another, or record two different channels at the same time Hardware MPEG2 encoder built-in for unprecedented multitasking efficiency boost Edit and burn video into DVD or VCD Capture external video-in source Sort video and photographs Total Media ASUS VideoSecurity Online TV Tuner PCI PHC3-100/NAQ/FM/AV/RC TV Input IR Input FM Input Audio/Video Input Plug-in Card ASUS Computer International PHC3-100/NAQ/FM/AV/RC My Cinema-PHC3-100/NAQ/FM/AV/RC TV Tuner PC MPEG-2 DVD VCD My Cinema ATSC NTSC ASUS Retail TV Tuning FM Tuning Video Capturing Video Editing Video Recording Video Encoding"  (less)

ready to perform Close-up or Stage Ideal for international shows Minimum effort, maximum impactThe complete package includes: Cut hand puppet made of soft material Sturdy black executive carry case with combination lock, also used to store all of the props Professionally produced two-hour DVD with in-depth studies of concept, theory, presentation, pantomime, audience-handling, outs and more. Audio CD with royalty-free music especially composed for this routine Specially printed deck of cards Theater makeup in two colors Signed and numbered certificate giving permission to perform this routine Bonus CD-ROMNote: The DVD is optimized for playback on a PC. Playback on older standard DVD players might not work properly.DVD Running Time Approximately 2hrCD Runn...  (less)

they were originally experienced by Japanese viewers, with accompanying benshi narration. Entertaining, exciting, and startling, the collection will be treasured by enthusiasts and researchers as a valuable tool for retracing Japanese animation from its earliest roots. Special features includes; Live narration on many titles by such beloved as Midori Sawato : A rare opportunity to compare two separate benshi performances on a single title, Danemon's Monster Hunt at Shojoji : A collection of Record Talkies, anime that came to theaters together with a gramophone record to provide a simultaneous audio track with music, voice, and effects...now synchronized with the film.  (less)