Speaker Systems
Amplifier Speakers
Amplifier speakers - What is a big deal about them?
- Amplifier speakers require a power cord to the mains
- Amplifier speakers are heavier
- Amplifier speakers cost more than their passive counterparts
Thus, why do I need one?
Amplifier Speakers - The Quality and the Functionality
Amplifier speakers have a built-in amplifier which boosts and filters the signal to match the driver unit.
Despite the extra power cord, amplifier speakers are a massive improvement from the passive units.
Firstly, the amplified signal is always exactly matched to the load (the driver).
This ensure that any sound source does not require intermediate stages to improve the sound quality.
Secondly, there is no need to buy universal amplifiers.
The amplifiers are not cheap because they are designed to drive various loads.
The amplifier speakers ensure that the internal electronics takes care of any unmatched signals.
Thus, you get a quality speaker system which will sound the same for any sound source.
Amplifier Speakers Prices
Amplifier speakers are not cheap.
Even the computer speakers with the internal processing unit can easily cost over $300.
The professional amplifier speakers do produce quality like no other.
Even a modest stereo system can sound like a real "pro" with some of these audio speakers.
The product aims to deliver the quality for the absolute music lovers.
Especially, the music experts will appreciate the fuss.
Good quality amplifier speakers cost around $1000.
The great units will easily cross $1400 mark.
If you decide to purchase these products then aim to get Uni-Q speaker arrangement.
This system incorporates tweeter inside the bass/midrange driver.
This physical arrangement is an improvement to older models, which placed the drivers on top of each other.
But the previously stacked arrangement was not exactly correct.
In the real world, the same sound source originates from the same point.
Thus, the new Uni-Q design ensures that all frequencies come from the same location.
Amplifier Speakers - Good Examples
- KEF iQ7SE is a well regarded amplifier speaker system. It uses Uni-Q design, has a slick shape and an incredible sound. The price is about $1500 for a pair. However, the depth, sharpness and the height of the music are second to none with this product.
- JBL Studio L830 model are a pair of more affordable amplifier speakers. They cost $1000 but do not lack accuracy and sensitivity of the more expensive models. JBL Studio does not come with a set of 5 or more loudspeakers like other models. However, the units are capable to juice out even 30Hz frequencies. This means that you will have very little problem to enjoy Jazz and the Spanish Guitar. This is not the top of the range system but certainly very impressive.
- The last on the list is Pioneer S-A4SPT. The pair of the amplifier speakers does not look much. However, it is the intention of the manufacturer to give these boxes a retro character. And there is good reason for this. The Pioneer S-A4SPT is perfect for the classical music. It does not incorporate Uni-Q design but the bass and the tweeter do fulfill their roles gorgeously. At $1100 per pair, the Pioneer offers good value for money.