General Information
Manufacturer: M-Audio
Manufacturer Part Number: US41500C
Product Name: Audiophile 2496 Audio Card
Marketing Information:

The Audiophile 2496 embodies a quantum leap in computer audio fidelity and performance unequalled by other audio cards in its price range. This critically acclaimed PCI card features premium digital audio converters, elegant board design and ultra-stable drivers just like the rest of the Delta line, but with a simpler I/O configuration. As a member of the Delta family, the Audiophile 2496 supports all computer platforms and major software programs, ensuring seamless integration and rock-solid performance. See why the Audiophile 2496 is one of the best-selling digital audio cards in the industry.

Product Type: Sound Board

Technical Information
Host Interface: PCI 
Frequency Response: 22Hz to 22kHz 0.4 dB 
Sampling Rate: 24bit 96kHz 
DAC Data Width: 24bit
Audio & Mixing Features:

Zero-latency monitoring

SCMS copy protection control

Software controlled 36-bit internal DSP digital mixing/routing

Digital I/O supports surround-encoded AC-3 and DTS pass-through

It Supports ASIO 2, MME, Sound Manager, OMS, DirectX and GSIF
Platform Support: Mac
Platform Support: PC

Interfaces/Ports
Interfaces/Ports: 1 x 9-pin D-Sub (DB-9) Audio (Line-in/out) - For Breakout Cable
Interfaces/Ports: 2 x RCA Jack Gold Plated Audio Line-out
Interfaces/Ports: 2 x RCA Jack Gold Plated Audio Line-in

Software
Software Included: Ableton Live Lite 4 music production software

Physical Characteristics
Form Factor: Internal
Dimensions: 5.25" x 5.0" x 0.875"
Weight: 0.2 lb 

Miscellaneous
Additional Information:

THD:< 0.002%

Dynamic range:

• 104dB (A-weighted) (D/A)
• 100.4dB (A-weighted) (A/D)

Connectors On Breakout Cable:

• 2 x MIDI Connector - Audio (Line-in/out)