- True 7.1-channel surround sound and virtual surround sound capability
- Integrated 600 ohm headphone amplifier with two gain settings for optimized sound
- 114dB signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) delivers clear, high-definition audio
- Windows and Mac OS compatible
- M-DISC provides archival-quality storage to protect your precious photo, video and data for 1,000 years or more (only support Blu-ray M-DISC)
- Impresario SBW-S1 PRO can also be used as a standalone sound card or optical drive
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Cinematic Visual & Audiophile Sound
If you have ever tried to watch a Blu-ray movie on your PC or notebook only to be disappointed by poor audio and lackluster visuals, ASUS Impresario SBW-S1 PRO is the perfect solution for you.
ASUS Impresario SBW-S1 PRO is the world's first Blu-ray writer with a built-in sound card that provides 7.1-channel audio output and functions as a 600 ohm headphone amplifier.
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114 dB Signal-To-Noise Ratio |
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Immerse Into The World Of 3D And HD |
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Blu-ray BDXL Backups Up To 128 GB | ![]() |
Disc Encryption With Double Data Security |
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PRODUCT OVERVIEW
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IMMERSIVE 7.1-CHANNEL AUDIO
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True 7.1-Channel Audio
Regular notebooks only support 2-channel stereo sound, but ASUS Impresario SBW-S1 PRO functions as an external sound card with true 7.1-channel output to bring incredibly immersive entertainment experiences to your PC in one easy step.
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Virtual Surround Sound
A dedicated digital signal processor (DSP) enables ASUS Impresario SBW-S1 PRO to deliver a full surround sound experience using only stereo speakers or headphones.
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600 ohm Headphone Amplifier
ASUS Impresario SBW-S1 PRO has a built-in 600 ohm headphone amplifier that reveals an incredible level of detail in music and movies, and enhances high and low frequencies for rich, dynamic sound that far surpasses audio from a notebook alone.
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114 dB Signal-to-Noise Ratio
Enjoy up to 16X clearer audio than average onboard audio solutions for a truly premium PC listening experience.
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CINEMATIC Blu-ray VIDEO
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Blu-ray Entertainment
Play Blu-ray 3D, Blu-ray, and DVD titles as well as media files on Blu-ray or DVD.
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Blu-ray 3D + 7.1 Surround
Enjoy truly immersive entertainment at home with Full HD and 3D Blu-ray video playback and true 7.1-channel surround sound.
* PowerDVD software feature. Available on Windows only.
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2D to 3D Conversion
Upgrade your DVD video experience with one-click 2D to 3D conversion and HD upscaling.
* PowerDVD software feature. Available on Windows only.
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Mobile Devices Remote Control
Download PowerDVD Remote FREE from Google Play or the App Store and control video playback with your smartphone or tablet.
* PowerDVD software feature. Available on Windows only.
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Silent Playback
Four specially designed dampers at the corners of the optical disc drive mount reduce vibration and noise by up to 8dB*. Even at maximum speed, the drive's noise level is only 36.3dB(A)* — approximately the same noise level as a library. ASUS Impresario SBW-S1 PRO even lowers the speed of the drive when playing commercial music CDs or DVD/Blu-ray movies to further decrease noise.
* ASUS internal test. Actual performance may vary as a result of environmental factors.
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EASY BACKUPS WITH 256-bit SECURITY
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Blu-ray BDXL Backups Up to 128 GB
ASUS Impresario SBW-S1 PRO includes a built-in 6X Blu-ray/DVD writer for fast and easy data backups. BDXL support lets you write huge amounts of data on a single Blu-ray Disc Recordable (BD-R) ─ up to 100 GB on BD-R TL and 128 GB on BD-R QL.
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Secure, 256-bit Disc Encryption
Protect your data using the highest security standards with password-protected 256-bit disc encryption and encoded file names.
* Power2Go software feature. Available on Windows only.
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Easy Setup, Instant Enjoyment
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ASUS Impresario SBW-S1 PRO
- must be connected to a computer to provide its full functionality
- works as a standalone sound card or optical drive
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