CD-ROM Blaster? 52X features AudioAccel^TM technology for high-speed digital audio extraction rates when reading CDs, which are ideal for creating digital audio files such as MP3s or WAVs. Blaster 52X reaches a maximum of 7,800KB/second (52X) data transfer rate and delivers robust performance required for todays demanding CD-ROM applications.

To achieve high-quality digital audio music creation, Blaster 52X features an Intelligent Control to adjust the rate of Digital Audio Extraction, which is important for working with CDs that arent brand new. The result is amazingly clean and crisp digital audio.

The speed you crave in CD-ROM and digital audio music is here.

Create clean digital audio music faster

• Rip CDs at 20X maximum rate with AudioAccel^TM technology
• Compile clear and crisp digital music from favorite CD tracks
• Transfer CD-ROM data at up to 7,800KB/second (52X)

AudioAccel Technology for Blazing Ripping Speeds of up to 20X
The time to encode digital audio is affected by the extraction rate of the CD track to the host PC and the encoding software used. The Blaster 52X drive extracts CD tracks at a fast 20X maximum rate, making it possible to create compressed digital audio, such as MP3, WMA or WAV files, in less time than ever before.

Intelligent Control for Quality Ripping
To achieve accurate and clean rip quality, Blaster 52X drive features an Intelligent Control that adjusts the DAE speed to accommodate CDs with slight scratches, fingerprint marks or stains which are common on discs after extended use. This error checking mechanism enables you to produce clear and clean digital audio tracks that sound great - without annoying pops and crackles.