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{{short description|Type of speakers sold for use with computers}} |
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{{Distinguish|PC speaker}} |
{{Distinguish|PC speaker}} |
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[[Image:Logitech-usb-speakers.jpg|thumb|220px|A pair of speakers for notebook computers that are powered and audio-connected to the computer via USB]] |
[[Image:Logitech-usb-speakers.jpg|thumb|220px|A pair of external speakers for notebook computers that are powered and audio-connected to the computer via USB]] |
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'''Computer speakers''', or '''multimedia speakers''', are [[ |
'''Computer speakers''', or '''multimedia speakers''', are [[speaker (audio equipment)|speakers]] sold for use with computers, although usually capable of other [[audio equipment|audio]] uses, e.g. for an [[MP3 player]]. Most such speakers have an internal amplifier and consequently require a power source, which may be by a mains power supply often via an [[AC adapter]], batteries, or a [[USB]] port. The signal input connector is often a [[Phone connector (audio)|3.5 mm jack plug]] (usually color-coded lime green per the [[PC System Design Guide#PC 99|PC 99]] standard); [[RCA connector]]s are sometimes used, and a USB port may supply both signal and power (requiring additional circuitry, and only suitable for use with a computer). Battery-powered wireless [[Bluetooth]] speakers require no connections at all. Most computers have speakers of low power and quality built in; when external speakers are connected they disable the built-in speakers. [[Altec Lansing]] claims to have created the computer speaker market in 1990.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.alteclansing.com/gb/history/ |title=Our History |author=Altec Lansing |access-date=29 December 2015 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160106100536/http://www.alteclansing.com/gb/history/ |archive-date=6 January 2016 |url-status=dead }}</ref> |
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Computer speakers range widely in quality and in price. Computer speakers sometimes packaged with computer systems are small, plastic, and have mediocre sound quality. Some computer speakers have equalization features such as bass and treble controls. Bluetooth speakers can be connected with a computer by using an Aux jack and compatible adaptor.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://stereoauthority.com/best-portable-bluetooth-speakers/|title=Best Portable Bluetooth Speakers 2019 Reviews (Buying Guide)|date=2019-01-27|website=Stereo Authority|language=en-US|access-date=2019-01-28}}</ref> |
Computer speakers range widely in quality and in price. Computer speakers sometimes packaged with computer systems are small, plastic, and have mediocre sound quality. Some computer speakers have equalization features such as bass and treble controls. Bluetooth speakers can be connected with a computer by using an Aux jack and compatible adaptor prove instrumental.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://stereoauthority.com/best-portable-bluetooth-speakers/|title=Best Portable Bluetooth Speakers 2019 Reviews (Buying Guide)|date=2019-01-27|website=Stereo Authority|language=en-US|access-date=2019-01-28}}</ref> |
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More sophisticated computer speakers can have a [[subwoofer]] unit |
More sophisticated computer speakers can have a [[subwoofer]] unit to enhance bass output. The larger subwoofer enclosure usually contains the amplifiers for the subwoofer and the left and right speakers. |
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Some [[computer display]]s have rather basic speakers built-in. [[Laptop computer]]s have built-in integrated speakers, usually small and of restricted sound quality to conserve space. |
Some [[computer display]]s have rather basic speakers built-in. [[Laptop computer]]s have built-in integrated speakers, usually small and of restricted sound quality to conserve space. |
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Instead of using a computer speaker for better sound, a computer can be connected to any external sound system, typically a high-power high-quality setup. |
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==See also== |
==See also== |
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* [[PC speaker]] |
* [[PC speaker]] |
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* [[Loudspeaker]] |
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* [[Loudspeaker enclosure]] |
* [[Loudspeaker enclosure]] |
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==References== |
==References== |
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{{Reflist}} |
{{Reflist}} |
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{{Commons category|Computer speakers}} |
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{{Basic computer components}} |
{{Basic computer components}} |
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Latest revision as of 09:42, 29 April 2024
Computer speakers, or multimedia speakers, are speakers sold for use with computers, although usually capable of other audio uses, e.g. for an MP3 player. Most such speakers have an internal amplifier and consequently require a power source, which may be by a mains power supply often via an AC adapter, batteries, or a USB port. The signal input connector is often a 3.5 mm jack plug (usually color-coded lime green per the PC 99 standard); RCA connectors are sometimes used, and a USB port may supply both signal and power (requiring additional circuitry, and only suitable for use with a computer). Battery-powered wireless Bluetooth speakers require no connections at all. Most computers have speakers of low power and quality built in; when external speakers are connected they disable the built-in speakers. Altec Lansing claims to have created the computer speaker market in 1990.[1]
Computer speakers range widely in quality and in price. Computer speakers sometimes packaged with computer systems are small, plastic, and have mediocre sound quality. Some computer speakers have equalization features such as bass and treble controls. Bluetooth speakers can be connected with a computer by using an Aux jack and compatible adaptor prove instrumental.[2]
More sophisticated computer speakers can have a subwoofer unit to enhance bass output. The larger subwoofer enclosure usually contains the amplifiers for the subwoofer and the left and right speakers.
Some computer displays have rather basic speakers built-in. Laptop computers have built-in integrated speakers, usually small and of restricted sound quality to conserve space.
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ Altec Lansing. "Our History". Archived from the original on 6 January 2016. Retrieved 29 December 2015.
- ^ "Best Portable Bluetooth Speakers 2019 Reviews (Buying Guide)". Stereo Authority. 2019-01-27. Retrieved 2019-01-28.
