Getting the Perfect Speaker Setup On Your PC
In order to get the best sound experience with music, movies and PC gaming, you will need to add computer subwoofers as well as speakers to your PC system. Speakers (satellite speakers) and Subwoofers are two of the major components of any speaker sound system. The computer subwoofer (s well as the computer subwoofer speaker) can add quality bass to any PC sound you might have, while the computer speaker can simplify all the sounds made by your PC.
If you will be buying on a strict budget, you might want to look for the 2.1 sound-set that comes with a subwoofer and two speakers, but the 5.1 surround sound system might give you more if you’re looking for the booming quality. It will definitely provide you with one of the true surround sounding experiences with the PC.
The 5.1 surround sound system typically includes a five satellite speaker (which comes with a center, left, right and another left ,right speaker) and a subwoofer. You might also want to go for the wireless or virtual surround system if you’re looking for less speakers. The 5.1 surround system might also come in a package deal or you might have to purchase the system through individual components. The Bigger speakers tend to give you better sounds and effects, even the overall quality will be better. You can also move the subwoofer a bit closer to the front speakers so this can provide you with a more smooth base.
The 10″ computer subwoofer will be ideal for use and will also be easy to hang or place around your room. Some of the 10 inch subwoofer brands on the market include the JBL ES150PBK 300 Watt Powered 10 inch Subwoofer, or the Polk Audio PSW10 10 Inch Monitor Series Powered Subwoofer.
Any type of computer subwoofer could add some rich bass tone to your sounds. With the addition of a few speakers, you can create an amazing atmosphere, just like in a theater.
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Hi, my name is Robert Turner. You can read more of my articles at my site http://www.computersubwoofer.org
How To Install A Powered Subwoofer- Courtesy of Crutchfield
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Yamaha DXS15 Powered Subwoofer $799.99 The Yamaha DXS15 Powered Subwoofer delivers powerful yet focused low end reaching as low as 42Hz . Cutting edge technology unrivalled versatility and unequalled power – that’s the Yamaha DXS15. The DXS’s fully optimized band-pass design combines with its powerful Class-D amplifier, long travel 15 inch woofer, and formidable DSP to deliver a tight, impressive bass with outstanding depth and high power output. Yamaha introduces a new line of compact, high output active subwoofers that match perfectly with DSR and DXR full-range active loudspeakers. Power In Versatility The DXS Series has an all-new band-pass design that produces extremely high SPL by drastically reducing the distortion. The DXS features a customized, high-power handling woofer with superior damping, for a clean, accurate delivery of the massive power produced by a 950W Class-D high-efficiency amplifier. Yamaha’s formidable DSP technologies are perfectly utilized for precise tuning of filters, flexible control of the LPF setting and low-frequency response, as well as high-grade protection functions that ensure all components perform to the full limit of their potential. Powerful D-XSUB processing allows you to choose from either NORMAL, BOOST or XTENDED LF settings. NORMAL mode gives you the ideally balanced low-frequency response, while BOOST mode provides a more tight and focused bass. XTENDED LF mode drops the low end frequencies down-even further for thunderous bottom end that delivers. Take your full-range system to the next level with the power and versatility of DXS Series active subwoofers. Yamaha DXS15 Powered Subwoofer Specifications: Speaker Type : 15 inch powered subwoofer, Band-pass type Frequency Range (-10dB): 45Hz – 160 Hz LF Components: Diameter: 15 inch cone Voice Coil: 2.5 inch Output Power: Dynamic: 950 watts Continuous: 600 watts Maximum Output Level (1m; on axis): 132dB SPL I/O Connectors: INPUT: XLR-3-31 x2 THRU: XLR3-32 x2 (Parallel with INPUT) Processors : D-XSUB: BOOSTXTENDED-LF OFF Power Consumption: 120 watts Power Requirements: 100C, 50Hz/60Hz Pole Socket: 35mm (Top x1) Dimensions (W x H x D): 478 x 618 x 624MM / 18 7/8 x 24 3/8 x 24 4/8 inches Net Weight: 38.0kb (83.8 lbs.) Material: Wood (Paint, Black) |
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KRK K10S Powered Subwoofer $399 The KRK K10S powered subwoofer is designed to extend the low frequency portion so your mix can be properly engineered. The K10S cabinet has radically curved surfaces for a great look and amazing performance. The front-firing bass port and KRK’s trademark yellow glass-aramid composite woofer ensure accurate and powerful low-end punch. A sturdy grill which is removable protects the woofer and adds to the sleek appearance of the unit. A high power amplifier and active crossovers provide smooth and accurate reproduction. To accommodate any studio environment, the K10s has RCA, 1/4 inch (balanced/unbalanced) or XLR inputs for all your input options. KRK K10S Powered Subwoofer Features 225 Watt (peak) powered subwoofer for studio use SPL rating of 110db music and 113db peak Frequency response of 34 Hz- 50Hz to 130Hz variable 10 inch high excursion glass aramid composite woofer variable and sweepable low pass filter 80Hz high pass filter Radically curved front baffle design for amazing performance Front firing port provides low frequency extension without boundary coupling Bypass control using standard footswitch A New Standard in Low Frequency Monitoring For years, KRK subwoofers have been the choice for accurate low frequency monitoring in studios large and small. Now, the K10s provides a new standard for even better performance and accuracy, raising the bar once again. Whether you are mixing in a 2.1 or 5.1 surround environment or just looking to upgrade the low-frequency extension of your existing monitors, the K10s will provide the low frequency detail and accuracy that will help you to create a better mix. Let’s Be Up Front Take a look at competitive subwoofer monitors and you’ll find ports on the back of the cabinet. These rear-firing ports tend to create bass coupling with walls and corners over-amplifying low frequency information which in turn colors your mix. The superior design of the KRK10s includes front-firing ports which are just the right shape to reduce port turbulence. You’ll appreciate the clean and accurate bass performance this approach delivers, even at high SPLs. Feel the Bass You need to feel the bass and our proprietary signature yellow woofer delivers tight, clear low end response. Our engineers and listening panel took the K10s speaker voicing to even more accurate levels. Featuring a sweepable 50 Hz – 130 Hz low pass filter, your K10s provides flexible control for any monitoring system. What you hear is what you are intended to hear, coloration is not part of the spec. This performance is brought to you by drivers that are custom-designed by our world-class studio monitor engineering team, for a clear, low-distortion performance. Take Control Professional engineers like the ability to hear how the sub is affecting the mix. Your KRK subwoofer is equipped with a bypass feature which allows you to defeat the sub and provide full range audio to your recording monitors. To use the bypass function, you will need to use a s |
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Yamaha HS10W Powered Subwoofer $399.99 The Yamaha HS10W Active Subwoofer contains a long-stroke, 8-inch 150-watt woofer and bass reflex design cabinet that maintains high efficiency and low distortion. Connections include dual XLR and 1/4-inch inputs, and three balanced XLR outputs (Mix, L&R). Controls include master level, phase and low/high cutoff frequency. The HS10W complements the HS speakers, and easily handles today’s bass-enhanced music or the most dramatic surround effects. The HS10W complements the HS speakers and easily handles today’s bass-enhanced music or the most dramatic surround effects. The HS10W woofer uses a bass reflex design cabinet that maintains high efficiency and low distortion. The HS Series has been designed to provide exceptional clarity and flat response, so if your mix sounds good here, it will sound good everywhere in 2:1 (Stereo) or 5:1. Yamaha HS10W Active Subwoofer Features 8-inch long stoke, 150-watt woofer Dual XLR and 1/4-inch inputs 3 balanced XLR outputs (Mix, L&R) Phase switch Low/High cutoff HS Series Powered Monitors If Your Mixes Sound Good on These, They Sound Good on Anything The new HS Series powered monitors were designed to be true studio reference monitors in the tradition of the famous NS10Ms. When choosing your next pair of near field reference monitors, remember it’s not just important that they sound good; they have to be an honest reference for your mix. The new HS Series of reference monitors were designed to give you exceptionally flat response so you can really trust what you hear. That means that mixes that sound good on Yamaha HS speakers will sound good on anything. In fact, that’s the ultimate test of a reference monitor. Even better than that, HS series speakers not only sound good, they look great, too. The HS Series is a two-way, internally powered speaker system designed to provide affordable, high quality reference monitoring for all types of recording and multimedia applications – home studios, computer-based music production, gaming systems, keyboards rigs and personal computer systems. All products are sold and packaged individually, making it easy to build flexible monitor setups and 5.1 systems. The 70-watt HS50M (5-in. cone and 3/4-in. dome tweeter) and 120-watt HS80M (8-in. cone and 1-in. dome tweeter) are housed in bass reflex-type cabinets, and reproduce surprisingly tight low end and smooth, high frequency response to beyond 20 kHz. Inputs include a balanced XLR and 1/4-in. phone jack. In addition to master level controls, each speaker has trim switches that allow you to custom-tailor low, mid and high frequency response for different applications. Yamaha HS 50M Features 5-inch White polypropylene cone 3/4-inch Dome tweeter 70-watt biamplified power XLR and 1/4-inch connectors Room control and frequency response switches Yamaha HS 80M Features 8-inch white polypropylene cone 1-inch dome tweeter 120-watt biamplified power XLR and 1/4-inch connectors Room control and frequency response switches |
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