Hardware Canucks got their mitts on an ASUS Xonar Essence STX Engineering Sample, their upcoming audio card release.  The list of options will daunt all but the devoted audiophile, ASUS is definitely aiming at the high end of the market with this card.  They have yet to put the card through their full battery of tests, so you shall have to content yourself with pictures and feature discriptions for the moment.

“ASUS will soon be launching their new Essence STX soundcard which is geared toward headphone and audio enthusiasts in general. Hardware Canucks have received an exclusive sneak peak and hands-on session with the card. We are giving you this pre-review heads up so you know what is right around the corner. Trust us: this is one exciting card.”

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