Creative Sound BlasterX Katana Multi-Channel Gaming Soundbar
51MF8245AA001 | CreativeThis product has been discontinued
Features
Sound BlasterX Katana
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. 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). In addition, the Sound BlasterX features the Aurora Reactive lighting system, a series of 49 programmable LED lights lined from edge to edge of the Katana chassis, making it the perfect addition to fully optimise and customise your PC and desktop setup.
The Katana gives you an immersive audio experience for your games and movies with the BlasterX Acoustic Engine and Dolby Digital Decoding. This audio system embodies the perfect combination of our most powerful 24-bit high resolution DAC and sophisticated 5-driver system. 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.
Design
Under Monitor Audio System: So Sleek, Yet So Powerful
The Katana can be effortlessly tucked right under your monitors and TV. With a slim profile shorter than 60mm, this Under Monitor Audio System is drastically superior in form and function to ordinary “gaming soundbars” and is perfect for all setups, especially multi-monitor PC and/or console gaming rigs.
The chassis is exquisitely crafted and reinforced with a sturdy, brushed aluminium panel. This construction minimises harmful vibrations that reduce clarity. Together with its clean, purposeful lines, the detail-oriented craftsmanship behind the Katana makes it a truly remarkable piece of tech and art.
Aurora Reactive Lighting System: Light Up Your Setup
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 customise your ambience lighting effects to create your own unique profile that elevates your gaming and movie experience.
Audio
5-Driver Design: Expertly Tuned Acoustics
The Katana houses a 5-driver design - two up-firing midbass drivers and two high-excursion tweeters in the soundbar, and one long-throw driver in its subwoofer.
Each driver is individually chambered and powered by a DSP-controlled amplifier to deliver ultra-precise audio.
Inside the Gaming Soundbar
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.
Inside the Subwoofer
5.25″ (133mm) 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.
Tri-Amplified Design: Put the Cutting Edge in Audio
The Katana utilises 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 manoeuvres, you can hear all the details that other speakers fail to deliver.
High Resolution 24-Bit Audio: Immerse Yourself in Your Games and 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 also a certified Dolby Digital decoder, providing incredibly realistic virtual 5.1 surround sound.
Immersive 3D PC Gaming Audio
The Katana doubles as a sound card which supports Virtual 7.1 channel (Works for USB connection to Windows PC.) audio input signals to deliver realistic gaming effects and audio cues with near-perfect accuracy and positioning when you hook it up via USB.
Connectivity
Comprehensive Connectivity Options
#Setup Goals are now achievable with the Katana. Comes 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 virtual 5.1 surround sound, giving you the most of 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. (Available for PC and Mac.)
Crystal Clear USB Audio for Sony® PS4™ and PS5™
Enjoy cinematic audio performance on the Sony® PS4™ and PS5™ via USB! Beyond powerful audio performance, in-game communication is also enhanced with a full suite of noise-reduction and voice morphing technologies made possible by the Katana's built-in advanced Sound Blaster processor.
USB Flash Drive: Integrated Audio Player
Play your entire music collection (Supports MP3 and WMA up to 320kbps and FLAC up to 1.3Mbps. Compatible with USB thumb drive up to 128GB formatted in FAT16/ FAT32/ exFAT. Does not support WMA Pro/Lossless.) directly from the Katana via your USB Flash Drive that contains your favourite songs and press the Play button to enjoy a fantastic listening experience. You may also refer to your playlist from the Sound Blaster Connect (Sound Blaster Connect is available on Windows OS only.).
Bluetooth®: Wireless
The Katana supports Bluetooth v4.2 (Bluetooth playback is not available on Windows 11, macOS 10.15 Catalina, and macOS 11 Big Sur.) that gives you a connecting range of up to 10 metres, 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.
Included Accessories
Remote Control: Wield All that 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.
Specifications
| Model Number | 51MF8245AA001 |
| Speaker Configuration | 2.1 system, Soundbar, Computer Speakers, Speakers with Subwoofer |
| Connector Type | USB-in, Optical-in (TOSLINK), Aux-in, Headset-out, Mic-in, USB Flash Drive / MP3 / FLAC, AC Wall Plug |
| Operating Temperature | 0 — 40°C |
| Recommended Usage | Movies / Music, Gaming, Wireless Streaming |
| Dimensions | 600 x 79 x 60 mm / 23.6 x 3.1 x 2.4 inches, 130 x 299 x 333 mm / 5.1 x 11.8 x 13.1 inches |
| Weight | Soundbar: 1.5 kg / 3.3 lbs, Subwoofer: 4 kg / 8.8 lbs |
| Drivers Configuration | 2 x 2.5″ Midbass Drivers, 1 x 5.25″ Long-throw Subwoofer Driver, 2 x 1.34″ Tweeters |
| Channels | 2.1 |
| Frequency Response | 50 – 20,000 Hz |
| Power Output | Total System Power: Up to 75 W RMS, Peak Power: 150 W |
| Bluetooth® Version | 4.2 |
| Profiles | (A2DP) Advanced Audio Distribution Profile |
| Wireless Codecs | SBC, AAC |
| Technology | Sound Blaster Acoustic Engine, Dolby Digital Decoding |
| Controls | Remote Control: Yes Volume: Yes Bass / Treble: Yes |
| Colour | Black |
| RGB | Up to 16.8 million colours |
| Supported Platforms | TV, Windows PC, Mac, PS5, PS4 Series, Xbox Series, Nintendo Switch, Mobile (via Bluetooth®) |
| System Requirements | 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 96 kHz Audio Playback: For PC via USB Connection For Playback via USB Flash Drive: Up to 128 GB formatted in FAT16 / 32 / exFAT. Common audio formats such as MP3, WMA, FLAC and WAV. (MP3 and WMA up to 320 kbps and FLAC up to 1.3 Mbps). For Sound Blaster Connect: For Windows® OS Intel Core™2 Duo processor 2.2 GHz, AMD Athlon 64 x 2 Dual Core or equivalent processor Microsoft® Windows 10, Microsoft Windows 8.1 32-bit or 64-bit 1 GB RAM 600 MB of free hard disk space Available USB 2.0 or 3.0 port Internet connection (optional) For Direct Connection to AUX-in Jack: Analogue audio devices with a 3.5mm output |
| Package Contents | 1 x Sound BlasterX Katana Soundbar 1 x Sound BlasterX Katana Subwoofer 1 x Power Adapter 1 x USB Cable (1.8 m) 1 x USB Cable (0.6 m) 1 x IR remote (battery included) 2 x Wall Mount Brackets Warranty & Technical Support leaflet Quick Start Guide Safety & Regulatory leaflet |
| Warranty | 1-year Limited Hardware Warranty |
