--- product_id: 5669504 title: "StarTech.com USB Sound Card w/ SPDIF Digital Audio & Stereo Mic – External Sound Card for Laptop or PC – SPDIF Output (ICUSBAUDIO2D),Black 0.6\" x 1.8\"" brand: "startech.com" price: "R$554" currency: BRL in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Star Tech.Com" url: https://www.desertcart.com.br/products/5669504-startech-com-usb-sound-card-w-spdif-digital-audio-stereo store_origin: BR region: Brazil --- # 96kHz/24-bit Hi-Res Audio SPDIF Digital Output w/ Dolby DTS External Volume & EQ Controls StarTech.com USB Sound Card w/ SPDIF Digital Audio & Stereo Mic – External Sound Card for Laptop or PC – SPDIF Output (ICUSBAUDIO2D),Black 0.6" x 1.8" **Brand:** startech.com **Price:** R$554 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎧 Elevate your audio game—because your sound deserves the spotlight! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** StarTech.com USB Sound Card w/ SPDIF Digital Audio & Stereo Mic – External Sound Card for Laptop or PC – SPDIF Output (ICUSBAUDIO2D),Black 0.6" x 1.8" by startech.com - **How much does it cost?** R$554 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.br](https://www.desertcart.com.br/products/5669504-startech-com-usb-sound-card-w-spdif-digital-audio-stereo) ## Best For - startech.com enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted startech.com brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Compact & Travel-Ready:** Ultra-light, pocket-sized design fits perfectly in your laptop bag for on-the-go audio excellence. - • **Tailored Audio Control:** Adjust volume and EQ externally with dedicated hardware controls for instant sound customization. - • **Plug-and-Play Versatility:** Seamlessly replace your internal sound card without opening your PC or laptop. - • **Studio-Grade Sound Quality:** Experience pristine 96kHz/24-bit audio playback and recording for crystal-clear sound. - • **Dolby Digital & DTS Pass-Through:** Unlock immersive 5.1 surround sound with SPDIF output for home theater-grade audio. ## Overview The StarTech.com ICUSBAUDIO2D is a compact external USB sound card that upgrades your laptop or PC audio with high-resolution 96kHz/24-bit playback and recording. Featuring SPDIF digital output supporting Dolby Digital 5.1 and DTS pass-through, it delivers immersive surround sound for home theater setups. With external volume and EQ controls, plus a 3.5mm combo headphone/mic jack, it offers versatile, plug-and-play convenience backed by a 2-year warranty and lifetime tech support. ## Description Overhaul your audio experience with the ICUSBAUDIO2D External USB Sound Card, a versatile device designed to enhance your system's audio capabilities. This innovative product allows you to add an S/PDIF digital audio output and standard 3.5mm analog audio/microphone connections to your system via USB. It's an ideal solution for bypassing or replacing an internal sound card without the hassle of opening your computer case.Experience home-theater quality sound with the USB DAC (digital-to-analog converter) that offers 96KHz / 24-bit sampling rates for both playback and recording. It also features a 3.5mm S/PDIF port with support for Dolby Digital 5.1 surround sound (AC3) and DTS pass-through, ensuring a cinematic audio experience right at your desk (Note: 5.1 surround sound is supported in Windows only).This USB audio adapter is not just about high-quality sound, it's also about convenience. It comes with an integrated 3.5mm 4-position TRRS connection for your headphones or combination headset/microphone. It also includes an external volume control for quick adjustments, a hardware EQ switch for Bass or Treble boosting, and an LED status bar to display the current sampling rate.The ICUSBAUDIO2D External USB Sound Card is a compact external USB device that can easily replace an internal sound card. It's perfect for connecting your computer to a home theater audio receiver through S/PDIF, adding digital audio support to an Ultrabook or small form factor system with no internal expansion options, or replacing or upgrading the integrated audio on a laptop or portable computer.Experience the advantage of home-theater surround sound support with the integrated digital S/PDIF output, and easily adjust sound output with external volume and EQ controls. This product is backed by a StarTech 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support, ensuring you get the best out of your audio experience. ## Features - SPDIF OUTPUT: This external USB sound card is equipped with SPDIF digital output with AC3 (Dolby Digital) and DTS pass-through support. - EXTERNAL FEATURES: Use this USB external sound card audio adapter to easily adjust the sound output with its external volume and EQ controls. - SOUND CARD REPLACEMENT: This USB stereo audio adapter lets you replace an internal sound card on your laptop or PC with a small, compact device. - MULTI-USE SOUND CARD: This digital audio adapter with SPDIF can be used in a variety of applications, including home-theater surround sound support. - Add home-theater surround sound support with the integrated digital S/PDIF output - Replace an internal sound card easily with a compact external USB device - Adjust sound output easily with external volume and EQ controls ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B00F7120TQ | | Audio Output Mode | 2.1 | | Best Sellers Rank | #47 in External Sound Cards | | Brand | StarTech.com | | Built-In Media | USB Stereo Audio Adapter External Sound Card with SPDIF Digital Audio | | Customer Reviews | 4.2 out of 5 stars 552 Reviews | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00065030852296 | | Hardware Connectivity | USB | | Hardware Interface | USB | | Hardware Platform | Mac, PC | | Item Dimensions L x W x H | 1.9"L x 1.8"W x 0.6"H | | Item Type Name | External Sound Box | | Item Weight | 0.03 Kilograms | | Manufacturer | StarTech.com | | Maximum Sample Rate | 96 KHz | | Mfr Part Number | ICUSBAUDIO2D | | Model Name | USB Stereo Audio Adapter External Sound Card with SPDIF Digital Audio | | Model Number | ICUSBAUDIO2D | | Platform | Mac OS X | | Signal-to-Noise Ratio | 91 dB | | Surround Sound Channel Configuration | 5.1 | | UPC | 065030852296 | | Unit Count | 1.0 Count | | Warranty Description | 2 Years | ## Product Details - **Audio Output Mode:** 2.1 - **Brand:** StarTech.com - **Hardware Interface:** USB - **Hardware Platform:** Mac, PC - **Platform:** Mac OS X ## Images ![StarTech.com USB Sound Card w/ SPDIF Digital Audio & Stereo Mic – External Sound Card for Laptop or PC – SPDIF Output (ICUSBAUDIO2D),Black 0.6" x 1.8" - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61QfNJQqmWL.jpg) ![StarTech.com USB Sound Card w/ SPDIF Digital Audio & Stereo Mic – External Sound Card for Laptop or PC – SPDIF Output (ICUSBAUDIO2D),Black 0.6" x 1.8" - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41FILr8F92L.jpg) ![StarTech.com USB Sound Card w/ SPDIF Digital Audio & Stereo Mic – External Sound Card for Laptop or PC – SPDIF Output (ICUSBAUDIO2D),Black 0.6" x 1.8" - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/416lGug1G+L.jpg) ![StarTech.com USB Sound Card w/ SPDIF Digital Audio & Stereo Mic – External Sound Card for Laptop or PC – SPDIF Output (ICUSBAUDIO2D),Black 0.6" x 1.8" - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/610POFXaovL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: does i work in ubuntu?** A: Yes it works with Linux including Ubuntu **Q: does this work with linux? Is there linux support from the open source community?** A: Yes it works with Linux. Tested with Ubuntu. Thanks to all of the open source free developers out there who developed a generic driver for USB audio devices. **Q: Is it compatible with windows 8 OS?** A: Yes, it is, just plug it in and Windows 10 or previous versions will install drivers for it. Best sound for me! If you wish you can install the drivers in Startech site and work flawlessly in Windows 10. Best sound with any Windows drivers, configure 5.1 in Control Panel and then double click on the icon/rigth click/enhancements and then speaker fill, you have 5.1 sound. **Q: Does this work in linux?** A: Yes, it did for me. I put it in a machine that was running Linux Mint. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by A***R on September 11, 2019* ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by S***S on May 12, 2015* ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by A***L on April 16, 2021* ## Frequently Bought Together - StarTech.com USB Sound Card w/ SPDIF Digital Audio & Stereo Mic – External Sound Card for Laptop or PC – SPDIF Output (ICUSBAUDIO2D),Black 0.6" x 1.8" - 2 Pack AUX Cable, (6.6ft/2m, Hi-Fi Sound) 3.5mm TRS Auxiliary Audio Cable Nylon Braided Cord Compatible with Car,Home Stereos,Speaker,iPod iPad,Headphones,Sony,Echo Dot,Beats (Grey) - 3.5mm Stereo Jack to 3.5mm Stereo Jack Female to Female Adapter Connector Gold Plated (3 Pack) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.com.br/products/5669504-startech-com-usb-sound-card-w-spdif-digital-audio-stereo](https://www.desertcart.com.br/products/5669504-startech-com-usb-sound-card-w-spdif-digital-audio-stereo) --- *Product available on Desertcart Brazil* *Store origin: BR* *Last updated: 2026-05-12*