These inexpensive subwoofers are 12-inch in diameter and have bass reflex-style enclosures. They are high quality and have a wide frequency response. The set features versatile input options with dedicated controls over treble, bass, and overall volume. Other options include USB, built-in Bluetooth, and SD card inputs as well as line-in methods such as Mono XLR, stereo 6.35mm, and stereo RCA.

As long as your expectations aren’t too high, these inexpensive speakers will sound just fine. The sound is a little flat, but no frequencies seem overpowering or harsh.How you plan to use your speakers can also help you determine the best option. You probably don't need a mammoth subwoofer if you're listening at work—small speakers with decent clarity might be the wisest choice, particularly if you're just using them to watch YouTube videos or listen to internet radio streams. For home, maybe you want larger or more stylish speakers, and the ability to blast them without distortion (especially if your PC is your main music source). For more, see our guide on how to set up your speakers. You can connect these speakers to your computer or laptop using a USB cable . With fewer cables, your workstation will be less cluttered, so the more minor complications, the more enjoyable is the experience. Both volume and power are controlled via the big, matte-finish knob.

You need to consider how much space you have for your speaker system and find a set with a suitable footprint. The last thing you need is a huge speaker system dominating a tiny space when you can get a much smaller option for half the price that will still sound amazing. It features a linear class A/B amplifier and delivers a huge amount of raw power with an incredible 600 watts of peak power. It has been efficiently designed to provide well-balanced clarity across a broad frequency response with great bass mids and highs. The built-in woofer is 10 inches and has a 2-inch aluminum voice coil. It's also coupled with a pure titanium diaphragm compression driver and a 40-degree horizontal waveguide horn that gives it an ultra-wide dispersion.Few things in life are as enjoyable as high-fidelity music. But as you've probably noticed, music only sounds as good as the system it plays through. Most computers don't come with high-quality speakers—and that's to say nothing of the tiny built-in drivers in most laptops. Even if you're on a tight budget, low-cost speakers can improve your listening experience in a big way.

Bass reflex enclosures are sometimes referred to as ported or vented boxes or sometimes even reflex ports. They feature a hole, where a section of tubing or pipe is threaded through to draw in fresh air sort of like a pipe organ. If they are built with accurate volume calculations they can be louder than a sealed enclosure.

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But if you want to analyze your favorite song, you may find the low end a bit muddied by the present treble. The problem with onboard laptop speakers is that they are simply too small to put out the volume or frequency response that you need to actually enjoy music and experience movies.

Bookshelf speakers, on the other hand, typically work passively and require a separate amp. That means whatever music you want to hear through them needs to be put through the amp first, which then connects to the speakers. They're more expensive and take up more space once you finish the setup, but the benefit is much more powerful and clear sound. Small powered speakers are commonly used as an output device for PC systems. The majority of modern speaker systems can be connected to other, if not multiple, sources simultaneously. Some speaker systems connect directly to your television set for improved TV sound. Sometimes they are called "monitor speakers" or "bookshelf speakers." The best bookshelf speakers on the market offer multimedia input/output options.So to help discern the differences between all the speakers on the market and find the right speakers for you, here's our handy guide. We'll answer some of your frequently asked questions, translate all the confusing jargon, and ultimately give you the low down on powered speakers. What to Look For in Powered Speakers