Auto Mute and Two-way Noise Cancellation for Conference Calls
Really, communications shouldnt be this complicated. Instead of fussing over mute controls or being distracted by unwanted background noises, you should really be focusing on your work and ideas.
A must-have for any work calls, the Sound Blaster PLAY! 4 is designed to solve your video call woes by simplifying the way you communicate. It debuts our newest SmartComms Kit, packed with an array of smart communication software features such as auto mute and two-way noise cancellation guaranteed to redefine your video call experience.
Weve also made sure to uphold our ethos in delivering convenience and quality with a direct mic mute button, Bass Boost and Dynamic EQs, as well as an instant audio upgrade that surpasses the default audio on any of your devices.
On the back of everything is what we do bestaudio quality. Powered by high-resolution audio with a 192 kHz / 24-bit DAC and delivering clean audio clarity at 110 dB, you will never go back to the default audio on your PC again.
Now, its time to change the way you take your calls.
Communicate Smarter with SmartComms Kit
Our SmartComms Kit was developed to fix one common issue for Windows usersto simplify the way we communicate onlinevia a suite of smart communication features. Why fuss over mute controls or get distracted by unwanted background noises when you should be focusing on what matters instead? Plus, it can be used with any headphones or headsets with microphone, including those that comes bundled* with your mobile phones.
*Do note that the compatibility of PLAY! 4 with the button functions of your headsets are dependent on their respective manufacturer's implementation.
VoiceDetectMute and Unmute Yourself Automatically
Our VoiceDetect feature controls your mute status by voice detection as you speakyour microphone gets muted automatically when you stop speaking, and unmutes you instantly as you start speaking. There is absolutely no need to fiddle with any buttonsphysical or in-appso you can on track with your train of thought during the pitch. If you need to talk to someone on the side, disable the VoiceDetect feature temporarily by manually pressing on the physical mic mute button, and reactivate the VoiceDetect feature by pressing on the same button.
Solid Red LED on Mic Mute Button: Mic Muted + VoiceDetect disabled
LED Off on Mic Mute Button: Mic Unmuted + VoiceDetect enabled
VoiceDetect requires your default microphone button to be unmuted in order for it to work. When unmuted, it will assume control over your microphones outgoing audio to automatically unmute when you speak, and mute when you stop.
NoiseCleanTwo-way Noise Cancellation
Noise is the enemy of all callswhether its happening in our surrounding or coming from our co-workersits equally disruptive. But what if it is your colleague's background noise that's driving you insane? We have the perfect fix with our NoiseClean features that reduces static background noises from both endsincoming and outgoing audioof the conversation.
NoiseClean-in analyzes your incoming audio (imagine a colleague with a noisy background in your video call), detecting and suppressing the unwanted noises, before sending just your colleagues clean voice to you through your headphones.
NoiseClean-out does the samebut for your own background noise.
Its Super Easy to Setup
Plug it in, download, and go. The Sound Blaster PLAY! 4 lets you communicate smarter in 3 easy steps:
Plug in the Sound Blaster PLAY! 4 to your Windows PC via the USB-C port. If your computer only has USB-A port, dont worry, we have also included a USB-C to USB-A converter for your use.
Download and install the Creative app onto your Windows PC from our Creative Worldwide Support Page for Sound Blaster PLAY!


