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Creative SXFI AIR C
USB Headphones With Built-in Super X-fi Technology For Personalized Audio Holography
Features
Overview
Experience the magical audio reality of Super X-Fi with the Creative SXFI AIR C!
This USB headset has built-in Super X-Fi technology that provides holographic audio personalized to your own ears for an unbelievable headphone experience that's as good as the real thing.
The Creative SXFI AIR C also boasts a detachable ClearComms microphone that is specially tuned for natural vocals, 50mm drivers, and a customizable RGB light ring. It works for movies, music, and games on PC, PS4, Nintendo Switch, and Mac.
AWARD-WINNING SUPER X-FI TECHNOLOGY
...Super X-Fi audio tech is FRIGGING MIND-BLOWING.
- CNET
...made straightforward stereo music tracks sound MAGICAL.
- TechHive
HOLOGRAPHIC AUDIO — UNIQUE TO YOU, PERSONALIZED FOR YOU.
Imagine capturing the listening experience of a high-end multi-speaker system in a professional studio, and recreating the same expansive experience — with the same original depth, detail, realism, and immersiveness — in your headphones.
Each of us hears the world differently — our unique head and ear shapes affect how we perceive sound. Super X-Fi personalizes the headphone audio experience based on how you hear sound to give you the most optimized and realistic listening experience.
This is done by simply taking three photos of your face and ears with your phone.
SXFI APP
Personalize your Super X-Fi profile through an advanced Head and Ear-Mapping process.
MOVIES
Immerse yourself in a holographic audio experience in the comfort of your own living room. Super X-Fi is capable of transforming movie audio into full-fledged, cinematic audio experience that comes from a high-end multi-speaker surround system.
MUSIC
Experience music on your headphones as if you're listening to the recording artist in a studio! You can enjoy Super X-Fi from any audio source from your PC, including desktop apps such as Spotify, YouTube, or even some local hi-res audio files.
Try out some old mono tracks from the golden age and you'll be amazed how Super X-Fi transforms the music into something magical.
GAMES
Enjoy games with the full cinematic capabilities of Super X-Fi! It works whether you're on PS4, Nintendo Switch, or on PC. The soundstage of the game opens up, presenting you with a real-life holographic audio experience, as if you were actually transported into the game environment itself. Your games will never sound the same anymore!
USB CONNECTIVITY FOR PC AND MAC
Connect via USB to enjoy the full glory of up to 7.1 Cinematic games and movies in Super X-Fi on your PC and Mac!
USB CONNECTIVITY FOR NINTENDO SWITCH AND PS4
Utilize the same USB connection to enjoy the magical holography of Super X-Fi even on consoles like the PS4 and Nintendo Switch!
SETTING UP YOUR SXFI AIR C
Audio Quality
SERIOUS AUDIO PERFORMANCE
The Creative SXFI AIR C's built-in Super X-Fi technology rests on its foundation of audio performance. The Creative SXFI AIR C boasts 50mm Neodymium drivers that are specially tuned to deliver audio that is powerful while maintaining accuracy, an essential attribute for music and movie buffs.
CLEAR COMMUNICATION AUDIO
The Creative SXFI AIR C features a detachable ClearComms microphone that allows you to communicate easily with teammates in-game or friends over Skype. The microphone is specially tuned to reproduce impressively natural vocals.
“SUPER X-FI” YOUR COMMS
Comms will never be the same again! With Super X-Fi, experience the mind-bending holographic reality of your teammate being in the same room as you. And with the SXFI AIR C's ClearComms mic, your friends will hear you loud and clear.
REPLACEABLE FABRIC EARCUPS
As fabric is more breathable and dissipates heat better, the fabric and memory foam of the earcups provide a more comfortable experience. The earcups are also replaceable, so users can opt to switch them out for leatherette earcups (sold separately) if desired.
PERFECTLY BALANCED CLAMPING FORCE
Optimized clamping force is essential when creating an incredible headset. The Creative SXFI AIR C has a clamping force that is perfectly balanced, making it loose enough to be comfortable but tight enough to stay on the listeners head.
SXFI Headphones Series
SXFI PRODUCTS
Check out our full range of Super X-Fi products, made possible by the Super X-Fi UltraDSP chip.
REVIEWS
eTeknix
You won’t find a more comfortable or better sounding headset for anything close to this price. Truly stunning!
MSPoweruser
If it wasn’t for the long wire trailing out the bottom, I’d probably have forgotten I was wearing then. This headset finally makes headphones immersive.
8.5/10
Customer Reviews
W. Miller
I ordered this to replace my Sound Blaster EVO Wireless headphones. I am blown away by the audio experience. The best way I can explain the audio is going from a smartphone speaker to being in a movie theater. Sometimes I swear the sound is coming from my house and not the headphones, making me take them off and put them back on to know for sure. I was pleasantly surprised how well I can hear other people speaking to me in person when I have these on. Voice calls on Skype/Teams/Duo has been flawless and I'm constantly being complimented for being so clear on my calls. I installed the software, logged into my Creative account and it pulled the profiles I created with my Outlier Gold. At first I had trouble setting the lighting (it kept reverting) but once I updated the firmware it works perfect. I have also tested this using Fedora 32. Audio works as good here as it does in Windows but if I want to change my profile I either reboot into Windows or use an OTG cable on my Android. The build quality is excellent. I do not hear any creaking noise when I move my head. I often forget I'm wearing these because they're so light/comfortable.
V. Green
SXFI gen 2 is amazing. You need to get the head mapping mostly perfect to get a good experience.
N. Greenwood
I like the blutooth function of the AIR, but this one is dope.
A Closer Look
Specifications
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Wearing Style
- Over-ear
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Product Type
- Wired
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Connectivity
- micro USB (charging)
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Recommended Usage
- Work & Study, Movie & Music
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Weight
- 318g / 11.2 oz
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Microphone
- Detachable: Yes
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Driver
- Frequency Response: 20–20,000 Hz
Type: Neodymium
Size: 50 mm (1.97")
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Controls
- Type: Button Press
Volume: Yes
Mic Mute / Unmute: Yes
Super X-Fi®: Yes
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Color
- Black
System Requirements
- Intel® Core™i3 or AMD® equivalent processor
- Intel, AMD or 100% compatible motherboard
- Microsoft® Windows 10 32/64 bit
- 1GB RAM
- >600 MB of free hard disk space
- USB 2.0 / USB 3.0 port
- Mac OS X® 10.13 or higher
- 1GB RAM
- USB 2.0 / USB 3.0 port
- Firmware Ver 5.0 or later
- Available USB port
- Switch OS 5.0 or later
- Available 3.5mm headphone port on console
- Available USB port (in docking mode)
- Voice communications supported when connected via 3.5mm port and with Bluetooth to Android and iOS Nintendo Switch Online app or VOIP client
Package Contents
- Creative SXFI AIR C
- microUSB Cable
- Analog 4 pole 3.5mm cable
- Quick Start Guide
- Warranty Leaflets
Warranty
1-year Limited Hardware Warranty
Featured Questions
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Does the Creative SXFI AIR C have Bluetooth?
No. The SXFI AIR C is for wired connectivity only. A USB Micro B-to-A cable is provided for your use.
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What devices can I use Creative SXFI AIR C with?You can enjoy the full features of Creative SXFI AIR C across various platforms, including PC/Mac, Nintendo Switch, PS4, and Android Phones (see below).
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Is the Creative SXFI AIR C compatible with my Android phone?
Yes. The Creative SXFI AIR C has been tested with many popular Android phones from the likes of Google, LG, Samsung, Xiaomi, and many others.
The following devices exhibit compatibility issues with the Creative SXFI AIR C, and are not supported.
- Huawei Honor 9 Lite / P8, P20, P20 Pro, and others in series
- OPPO R9
- Sony Xperia XA series and XA1 series
If your phone has a USB Micro-B connector, you will need a USB Micro-B to Micro-B OTG adapter to connect the Creative SXFI AIR C to it. If your phone has a USB Type-C connector, you will need a USB Micro-B to Type-C OTG adapter to connect.
Make sure that the adapter is marked “OTG” as the phone needs the signaling from this type of adapter to switch itself into USB host mode.
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Can I redo my Super X-Fi profile by capturing the images of my ear and face another time?
Yes, you can do that anytime by tapping on the 'Personalize' menu item in the SXFI App. Note that you will have to reload your new profile onto Creative SXFI AIR C again.
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Is the Creative SXFI AIR C compatible with all PC games?Yes, you just need to configure the game audio settings to output audio for 5.1 or 7.1 speakers and to disable any built-in headphone virtualization feature. Also, remember to configure your PC to output 7.1 from the Windows Sound Control Panel.
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What about Mac?Yes, you can also configure the Mac for multichannel 7.1 output from the Audio MIDI Setup control panel.
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Can I use the Creative SXFI AIR C with a Nintendo Switch?
Yes, the Nintendo Switch is fully compatible with the Creative SXFI AIR C. Before using your Creative SXFI AIR C with Nintendo Switch, you will need to do a one-time setup of the Creative SXFI AIR C with your profile using an Android device.
Do note that the USB audio is only available in stereo when connected to Nintendo Switch.
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Can I use the Creative SXFI AIR C with a Sony PS4/PS4 Pro?
Yes, the PS4/PS4 Pro are fully compatible with the Creative SXFI AIR C. Before using your Creative SXFI AIR C with PS4 you will need to do a one-time setup of the Creative SXFI AIR C with your profile using an Android device.
Do note that the USB audio is only available in stereo when connected to PS4/PS4 Pro.
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Does the Super X-Fi technology work in passive mode (line-in) for Creative SXFI AIR C?No. Super X-Fi does not work in passive mode via line-in. The headset has to be powered by USB to activate Super X-Fi technology on your Creative SXFI AIR C.
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How do I switch off mic-monitoring (side tone) on Creative SXFI AIR C?The mic-monitoring feature is tied to the mute feature and cannot be disabled independently. The microphone is disabled when mic mute is activated.
