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EVGA 712-P1-AN01-KR NU Audio Pro 7.1 Surround Card

4.1 (341 reviews)

An audiophile-grade PCIe 7.1 surround sound card co-engineered with Audio Note (UK) for pristine, immersive PC audio.

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Overview

The EVGA NU Audio Pro 7.1 (712-P1-AN01-KR) represents a collaboration between EVGA and British audio specialist Audio Note (UK), bringing high-end audio engineering to the PC platform. At its core, the card utilizes Audio Note's custom SEIRYU capacitors, which are specifically designed to reduce electrical noise and deliver the kind of clean signal path that audiophiles expect from dedicated hi-fi equipment. The result is a sound card capable of producing detailed, transparent audio across all channels, whether you are listening through high-impedance headphones or a full 7.1 surround speaker system.

Beyond its audio credentials, the NU Audio Pro supports native DSD playback up to x256, a feature that matters to listeners with high-resolution music libraries who want bit-perfect playback without software-based conversion. The card connects via a PCI Express x8 interface, ensuring ample bandwidth for multi-channel audio processing. Multi-zone RGB lighting with audio reactive effects rounds out the package, letting the card visually respond to your music, game audio, or movie soundtracks. For PC builders who have outgrown their motherboard's built-in audio and want a meaningful upgrade without moving to an external DAC setup, the EVGA NU Audio Pro delivers audiophile-oriented performance in an internal card form factor.

Key Features

7. 1 Analog Surround, Engineered by EVGA and Audio Note, Ltd

Native DSD Audio Support (up to x256)

Multi-Zone RGB Lighting with Audio Reactive Effects, Switchable OP-AMPs, EMS-Shielding Metal Backplate

Specifications

Brand
EVGA
Model
712-P1-AN01-KR
Surround Sound
7.1 Analog Surround
DSD Support
Native, up to x256
RGB Lighting
Multi-Zone with Audio Reactive Effects
Capacitors
Audio Note SEIRYU
Hardware Interface
PCI Express x8
Audio Output Mode
Surround
Compatible Hardware
Headphones, PC

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • Audio Note SEIRYU capacitors deliver noticeably cleaner, lower-noise audio than typical onboard or budget sound cards.
  • Native DSD support up to x256 allows playback of high-resolution audio formats without conversion artifacts.
  • Full 7.1 analog surround output provides true multi-channel audio for immersive gaming and movie experiences.
  • Multi-zone RGB lighting with audio reactive effects adds visual flair synchronized to your audio.

👎 Cons

  • Requires a PCIe x8 slot, which takes up more motherboard space than cards using x1 or x4 interfaces.
  • A dedicated sound card is a premium investment when many modern motherboards include competent onboard audio.
  • The large physical card size may cause clearance issues in smaller PC cases.
  • Software and driver support may receive less frequent updates compared to mainstream audio solutions.

Frequently Asked Questions

The card uses a PCI Express x8 physical slot. It will fit in any PCIe x8 or x16 slot on your motherboard.
Yes, the card supports native DSD audio up to x256, making it suitable for playing high-resolution DSD audio files without software conversion.
Audio Note is a respected high-end audio component manufacturer from the UK. Their SEIRYU capacitors are custom-designed for this card to minimize signal noise and deliver cleaner audio reproduction than standard capacitors found in most sound cards.
Yes, the card features multi-zone RGB lighting with audio reactive effects, allowing the LEDs to pulse and change in response to your audio output. Lighting can be customized through EVGA's software.
Yes, the NU Audio Pro is designed for both headphone and speaker output, with a built-in headphone amplifier that can drive high-impedance audiophile headphones.