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Hi I was looking around for a set of portable speakers for my laptop that would give good sound without needing to be plugged into a power socket. I was surprised at the lack of speaker that ultilised the USB port as a power sorce. However I did come across these Jazz speakers, which fitted what I was looking for. The best news is that they are also v.cheap at only $25(Aust)!!. The same money would by me a pair of cheap non-powered speakers that would be no better than the ones in my laptop.
So without delay I order a set. They were a bit larger than I had thorght, from the pics I was thinking they would be the size of the apple MAC speakers. But they are still small enough (just) to stick in a suitcase/overnight bag. The sound quality is surprisingly good, and quite loud, not sure if I would say its 5.1, but there is a reasonable amount of bass, no distortion, and crisp mids and highs. They don't seem to drain the battery significantly either, only used 50% of the battery to watch a 2h DVD with the speakers the other night on my ASUS M2N.
The only downside, which might be a plus for some, is that the speakers require drivers to run (even under XP). Thus those with a busted sound card can still use these speakers. It also took a few goes to get the drivers installed, but since these early teathing problems, I have nothing but praise for these speakers.
I am also very glad that I didn't settle for and shell out the $200 for the creative travel sound.
http://www.jazzspeakers.com/
J1321 USB Mobile Theater
6 Channel Performance in 2 Speakere
Compliant with any notebook, PC with USB v1.1 & 2.0
Provide 5.1 virtual effect, Adjustable EQ (equalizer) and 3D surround performance
High digital audio fidelity and completely "hiss-free"
Plug and play. No adapter requiredn
Installation driver enclosed
Jazz USB mobile theater speakers
Discussion in 'Accessories' started by Underpantman, Mar 11, 2004.
