Orpheus II ISA soundcard returns due to ‘popular demand’ — aimed at DOS and early Windows users, this card includes hardware to support every major audio standard

PC Components Sound Cards Orpheus II ISA soundcard returns due to ‘popular demand’ — aimed at DOS and early Windows users, this card includes hardware to support every major audio standard News By Mark Tyson published 31 May 2026 Get a Sound Blaster, Gravis UltraSound, OPL3 FM synthesis, and MPU-401 MIDI all on one card for your DOS and early Windows entertainment – the Orpheus II does it. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works . (Image credit: Orpheus II ISA soundcard ) Copy link Facebook X Whatsapp Reddit Pinterest Flipboard Email Share this article 1 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter The mighty Orpheus II sound card has returned “due to popular demand.” This is claimed by some to be the ultimate ISA sound card for enjoying real hardware DOS and early Windows experiences. The Orpheus II makers surprised the community by opening up pre-orders for a new batch of these sound cards, which basically support every major audio standard of old - in hardware - in one ISA slot. Want real Sound Blaster , Gravis UltraSound, OPL3 FM synthesis, and MPU-401 MIDI support? You got it. I tried to sum up the charms of the Orpheus II in the intro, but please check out the specs table to fully understand the offering: Swipe to scroll horizontally Audio Codecs Crystal CS4237B (SB Pro / WSS) + InterWave (GUS) FM Synthesis Yamaha YMF262 OPL3 + YAC512 DAC GUS Compatibility Full InterWave‑based GUS PnP implementation GUS RAM Up to 16 MB (SIMM slot) MPU‑401 PCMIDI (true Intelligent Mode) Digital Audio SB Pro 2.0, WSS, 16‑bit playback/record MIDI Connectivity External MIDI I/O + internal wavetable header Wavetable Header Standard 26‑pin (DreamBlaster, SCB‑55, X2GS, etc.) Outputs Line‑out, Line‑in, Mic‑in, CD‑in Digital Out S/PDIF Noise Floor Extremely low (mode