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    Cheapest Decent Optical (toslink) 2.1 Speakers

    Discussion in 'Accessories' started by HeavenCry, Feb 11, 2012.

  1. HeavenCry

    HeavenCry Notebook Virtuoso

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    As my new plasma doesnt have any other audio output option as optical (toslink) and i miss good bass that i had on the previous tv with my old speakers i want to get new ones and need suggestions what a cheap option would be - either new 2.1 speaker set with optical input or is there maby a way to hook up my old speakers somehow?
    I also need a remote control for volume as i understand it cant be controlled through the tv sadly.
     
    HeavenCry, Feb 11, 2012
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    kurtcocaine Notebook Evangelist

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    Have you considered using a convereter like this - Gefen, LLC - GefenTV Digital Audio to Analog Adapter

    and using just regular analog input speakers..

    The converter its self is expensive but perhaps you can find a cheaper alternative.. This would be perfect if you already have analog input speakers lying around..
     
    kurtcocaine, Feb 12, 2012
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    Problem with that is id have no remote volume control (old analog speakers also dont have a remote). Getting up every time i have to change volume doesnt sound attractive...
     
    HeavenCry, Feb 12, 2012
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