M-Audio has announced Revolution 7.1, the first high-definition 7.1 surround sound card providing up to eight channels of professional 24-bit/192kHz audio with consumer-oriented features. Revolution 7.1 allows PC and Mac owners to play DVDs and music in surround sound, experience more realistic gaming, and record or mix their own music.

The included Dolby Digital EX DVD player (WinDVD 4) allows listeners to immerse themselves in today's highest quality DVD surround sound. Revolution 7.1 fully supports stereo, 3.1, 4.1, 5.1, and 6.1 formats as well, and also supports Microsoft Windows Media Audio 9 Professional for discrete multi-channel audio over the Internet.
Built-in SRS Labs' Circle Surround II technology instantly transforms CDs, MP3s, and other content into surround sound, dynamically separating instruments, vocals, and even crowd noises for a dramatically enhanced listening experience.
The built-in SRS TruSurround XT technology delivers a virtual multi-channel audio experience over standard stereo speakers or even headphones. TruSurround XT enables two-channel listening that brings home what the filmmakers intended you to hear, even if additional speakers are not present.
Revolution 7.1's intuitive control panel also makes it easy to access powerful pro features like Bass Management, Speaker Optimization and Input Metering.

Revolution 7.1 is scheduled to ship in January 2003, and will be distributed in major retail stores throughout North America. It will be released shortly thereafter in Japan and Europe. Estimated street price for Revolution 7.1 is $99.99.

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