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Selecting a computer speaker

A computer speaker is probably the last thing that calls for an active selection, if we go by the most people buy their computers. The speakers that are shipped along with the computer are generally used and rarely does a customer ask for better models at the time of shipping.

So, whats wrong in going for an average 2.0 speaker? Two things;

1. The sound card which is available in most of the computer configurations available these days is capable of very high quality output. However, it gets limited by the type of speaker you have as it(speaker) may not have the kind of frequency range that is signalled by the card. Essentially, you are forcing some high quality input into a system that is incapable of deciphering the signal properly.

2. What do you want the computer to do? If your computer is just for professional purposes, you need not bang your head about speaker issues. But if you plan on watching videos, play games and want an interactive experience, you will definitely need more two small PC speakers which cannot give you the sound fidelity that you desire.

Speakers are generally numbered in terms of 2.0, 2.1, etc. This is done on the basis of the number of speakers - like 2,4,5,6,7 and the .1 represents a sub-woofer.

Whats a sub-woofer? A sub-woofer is a loudspeaker capable of reproducing sounds of an extremely low frequency - in the range of 150Hz to 20Hz. This is the one that is responsible for the amplification of bass beats to a high fidelity level.

What are the characteristics that you should look for in your speakers?

Frequency response – It is the frequency range that your speakers can give. Higher the range, better is the sound.
Signal to Noise Ratio – This ratio is responsible for the sound fidelity and should be in near about 80dB (decibels)
Certification – Look for THX certification if possible. it is a quality assurance system which shows whether your speakers exhibit exactly the same sound when it was created.

Though a relatively unimportant part, the computer speakers can enhance the audio experience from your computer which you might not never have though about.

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  1. Useful read in which describe how to select a computer speaker. A computer speaker is really a important part of a computer and the most people buy with their computers. Thanks for sharing such useful information with us.

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