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Best Computer Speakers

The best computer speakers aren't always the most expensive. You can save a hefty buck without sacrificing quality, if you just know where and what to get.

There are various type and different set-ups that speakers come in. Like movies and games? Then you want surround sound! Be immersed into the action with top notch digital surround sound. Need to just hear plain audio? Then you just have to spend $10 for the best computer speakers to fit that need.

2.1 vs. 5.1 Channel Sound

What exactly does 2.1 or 5.1 mean? Glad you asked. The .1 stands for a subwoofer, and the first number stands for the number of speakers. So 2.1 is two speakers and a subwoofer, and 5.1 is five speakers and a subwoofer. While 2.1 provide alright surround sound, it doesn't compare to the surround sound 5.1 gives you. It sounds just like the action is happening right next to you. There is also 7.1 channel surround sound you can purchase if you feel like getting really fancy and going for the absolute best computer speakers .

Cheap Computer Speakers

If you don't need fancy surround sound or the highest quality possible sound, then 2 of the regular best computer speakers, like the ones below will do you just fine. I recommend these for office and business computers. They also work fine for graphic creating and editing.



2.1 Speakers

Like I was saying above, 2.1 speakers mean's you get 2 speakers and 1 subwoofer. If your computers space is limited then this would be a good option for you since it takes up hardly any room, but yet you still will have surround sound. Plus, if your space is that small anyways, then there is no need for 5 or 7 speakers.

5.1 Speakers

The 5.1 surround sound technology is the most common purchased for PC's and provides you with a movie theatre like experience for anything that you do on your desktop computer. Think about it, 5 speakers of sound and a subwoofer. You can imagine how great the surround sound quality is, and you can expect to only pay about $100. Not bad for movie theatre sound quality in your home.

Subwoofers

Subwoofers can unleash your best computer speakers full potential. Subwoofers make the strong bass that you feel when listening to surround sound. While it may not seem important, it does make or break how good the surround sound is. So if you are planning on enjoying games and movies on your PC, then please consider getting a subwoofer. It will make your best computer speakers better.

Sound Cards

Now a days, your computers sound can define your gaming and movie experience, as well as your everyday computer tasks. When you want to listen to music, just crank up your speakers and get that rich 3D digital sound. If you want that experience you can have it, and you don't even have to put that big of dent in your wallet. The best computer speakers shown on this page, and a great sound card will do the trick.


Computer Speaker Troubleshooting

Here are some tips if your audio happens to fail. I have experienced these problems before, so I thought I might as well try to help others who have the problem. You can also consult your speakers or sound cards manual for more help.

Hearing No Sound?

Oh boy, how many times has that happened to me. Let me see, too many to count I guess. Anyways, it always can be fixed. Below are all of the things that I do when I have no sound, and they have always worked out for me.

Troubleshooting Checklist
  • Speakers are plugged in and turned on.
  • Speakers are connected to the correct outputs on the sound card and not plugged in the microphone or line in ports.
  • Select Start/Programs/Accessories/Volume Control and move the slider all the way up.
  • Next, set the volume control slider a quarter of the way to the top. Now, make sure the "Mute" and "Mute All" check boxes are cleared.
  • Open your Start/Settings/Control Panel/System/Hardware/Device Manager and make sure the name of your sound card is listed beside "Sound, video and game controllers." If it is not showing there, then you have to install your sound cards driver from the installation CD.
  • Open your sound card configuration utility and make sure the selected output matches the actual digital or analog connection to your speakers.
  • Make sure your speakers are working properly. Plug them into an audio source, such as your CD player. If they do not work, then most likely they are broken or blown.


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