How are the speakers on this model? Others have commented on different models that the sound is actually coming from the back instead of the front.
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The sound comes out of the bottom of the unit. I have been dubbing my vinyl to CDs and the sound is very good. You can hear the separation of the stereo and everything.
1792002
I think they are meant to be front speakers. That is where I have them in a fairly small room and they are excellent.Todd
1111167
I have a pair for the rear and I am not overly impressed with the detail of the sound. Clarity is good, and the problem may very well be the receiver that I'm using. I'm figuring this out as I go. Solid construction and easy to install. Good luck.
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Bear, These do not send sound straight at you so they normally would not be the best choice as your front speakers.Eric C
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You could purchase a matching tower to your left and right front channel speakers I have not noticed a tinny sound. But my room is smaller and I do not crank the volume You could also try a Polk or Klipsh(disclosure theypurchased Jamo and now mfg. that brand and line) Those would be at the lower range of cost between 2 and 3 hundred I still think matching is you best option
921040
I've asked the same thing and no one answered. The volume is plenty loud enough, but I notice there is 'vibrations' if I turn it up too loud. I'd love to know about speakers as well!
744545
Thank you so much for your question. The manufacturer's web site should have not only photos of the rear but also a downloadable owners manual. These are wonderful sounding speakers.
1628953
For me it was the lower price for the older model. I use my BS-21LR for the rear surround speakers and they do a very nice job for me. It doesn't matter to me that they don't exactly match the newer model Pioneer SP-FS52 LR front speakers and matching center speaker. I also used the older model subwoofer to save $$. If price is a concern for you, it's where you can cut on a surround system without sacrificing looks or performance.
172603
I couldn't tell from the B&W website if they implied any improvements but I bought this set up 6 months ago and returned it due to the heating in the right speaker. After I noticed it I googled it and found it has been a concern since they were first launched.
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I hadn't yet heard mine, and your question got me curious, so I got mine working (had to go into the monitor's menu and switch the sound input to HDMI first in case anyone else runs into this issue) . They are a nice addition for an office worker who just needs basic sound, but I wouldn't recommend playing music on these, as they don't have the bass, depth or richness of sound needed to enjoy music. I am still using my 10+ year old Altec Lansing computer speakers, and they still sound awesome. I see that you can buy a new set on Amazon with a sub-woofer for about $60 (Altec Lansing VS4621 Octane 7, 2.1 Computer Speaker), and I would definitely recommend a pair like this to compliment this "gorgeous" monitor! I am still SO happy with this monitor, and I hope NEC continues to make it, as I will stick with them for life if so. The picture is awesome, and I LOVE the semi-gloss! Ok....I'll stop about the monitor now, hehe. :-D
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AK, I don't quite get your question, but here is my take. I purchased these speakers about a year ago, and have no complains about its performance. To me they are very efficient for the use I give them. Whether its music or movies, they rock and they are not that small. They can be used as front or rear in a surround set up. When it comes to speakers, there is such a wide variety, that you really have to do your homework and based on all the info that you gather, then make a decision. I do not regret getting these. They add to my decor and they sound great. Good luck.
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That's not true on mine atleast. I think mine are on the top in front of the screen behind the keyboard and they are loud. When playing video games my friends ask me to turn it down and the sound quality is excellent, though by the sound I would say no bass or built in woofer. If you want the full spectrum sound like someone else said you may want speakers, but for everyday use it's fine. I have noticed no difference in tabletop versus lap, etc.
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I've had that problem myself but it seems sporadic. It can be frustrating . It almost seems it has a warm up period. After I play music for a while , it seems to stop doing this. I'm not the only one saying this . Some of the people who gave reviews on Amazon have this same problem . So it seems not to be a defect. If it is , there are quite a few defective speakers out there.
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good speakers don't just cost $$, they also cost in weight and size. that's doubtless why the original version had no speaker at all. people complained, so they threw a token speaker. OTOH, even if it's as you describe, that can still help do a sanity check that the recording worked. I don't trust the level indicator...could be noise, feedback, whatever causing the apparent level.
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I have a powered sub also and am using the LFE.btw...I did some experimenting with the Speaker Settings because i actually have small bookshelf speakers for my surround setup (Energy CB-10 frt and Polk r30 back). So I set the Speakers to Small for the front and back and the Sub defaulted to 'Normal' (I think that's what it said) and it sounds much better now. Hope this helps.
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I kind of thought the same thing they look cheap however, mine has excellent sound i have bought others where you get some static with them especially when you try to move them a little not t=with this one at least not mine.. i love my set and have let my daughter try them and she was very impressed and buying some of her own
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maybe some distortion and lack of clarity in general, they are 250$ desk top speakers with no woofer, that being said i still believe these are a great value, maybe you need to upgrade to full-on home stereo system