The Gamesurround Muse XL Audio Device is an audio card manufactured by Guillemot, under the Hercules brand. The card was part of the Gamesurround series and designed for high-quality sound output, especially for gaming and multimedia applications. The Muse XL card features support for 3D surround sound and hardware acceleration for better audio performance in games and other media. It was popular in the early 2000s for its solid performance and relatively affordable price for gamers.

To use the Gamesurround Muse XL Audio Device on a Windows PC, you need to install the appropriate driver. The driver enables your operating system to recognize the audio card and manage its functions, such as playing sound, enabling surround sound, and providing input/output options.