On Tue, 08 Jul 2003 22:05:25 GMT, (Mr 645) wrote:

I use a pair of Paradigm Reference Active 40's which work amazingly well on a
computer. Soundstage, depth, musical quality all are far better then a CD
playing in a $25 device inside a compter has a right to sound. Even many MP3's
sound great.

Even right up to the monitors there is no problems with magnetic interference.

M&K also make a nice hi-end powered speaker perfect for computer use.

Jon
http://www.jonlayephotography.com

Note that most PC cards can drive speakers directly, not needing
amplifiers at all. The Power level is usually 1 Watt, which is
surprisingly sufficient for most applications - if the speakers are
not too inefficient. (level: typical 1 V RMS into 4 Ohms)

The advantage of a non-amp setup is that hum and noise levels are
remarkably acceptable compared to what is to be expected from those 2
x 500 Watt PMPO wallplug adaptor fed PC speakers.

I have used several souncards ranging from no-name to Soundblasters
with direct connection to speakers. In some cases jumpers need to be
set to low impedance output. No card has blown up or failed during
this type of application.

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- René