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Audioengine A2+ Desktop Speakers
Desk speakers that show up laptop audio for what it is.
4.6 · 1,930 reviews
$299
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Powered stereo speakers with a built-in DAC over USB, so a desk gets real stereo separation, actual bass and a headphone output without an amplifier or receiver.
- Built-in USB DAC, no amp needed
- 60 W peak output per pair
- Front headphone and volume control
- Wood or satin black cabinets
The verdict
Why it scores 4.6 out of 5
Works for you
- Much bigger sound than any soundbar this size
- USB input bypasses the laptop audio chip
- Subwoofer output leaves room to upgrade
Worth knowing
- No HDMI or optical input for a console
- Wants 15 cm of clearance behind them
Full specifications
- Configuration
- Powered stereo pair
- Output
- 60 W peak total
- Drivers
- 2.75-inch Kevlar woofer, 0.75-inch silk tweeter
- Inputs
- USB, 3.5 mm, RCA, Bluetooth
- Outputs
- Subwoofer out, headphone
- Controls
- Volume, bass, treble
- Finish
- Satin black or walnut
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