The C-Media CMI9880 is an audio codec chip designed by C-Media Electronics Inc. It is part of the C-Media's family of audio processors used in various computer motherboards and sound cards.
The CMI9880 offers high-quality audio playback and recording capabilities, supporting various audio formats and sampling rates. It is commonly used in desktop computers and laptops to provide immersive sound experiences for gaming, multimedia, and communication.
The chip includes features like multi-channel output, hardware audio mixing, and audio effects processing. It may also support advanced audio technologies such as Dolby Digital Live and DTS Connect for real-time encoding of multi-channel audio for digital output.