Dell AX510 AX510PA SoundBar Sound Bar Speakers for Dell UltraSharp LCD Flat Panel Monitors - K512C

by Dell

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• ASIN: B0029LAOT0
• Item model number: AX510 AX510PA
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (37 customer reviews)
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  • #43 in Electronics > Computers & Add-Ons > Computer Accessories > Computer Speakers
• Date first available at Amazon.com: May 12, 2009

Product Description

Genuine Dell Stereo Sound Bar Speaker System for mounting on Ultrasharp Monitors. These speakers are for the following UltraSharp Flat Panel Displays and P Series Flat panel Displays: 1703FP, 1704FP, 1707FP, 1707FPV, 1708FP, 1801FP, 1901FP, 1905FP, 1907FP, 1907FPV, 1908FP, 1908WFP, 1908WFP, SP1908FP, SE198WFP, 2001FP, 2005FP, 2005FPW, 2007FP, 2007WFP, 2009W, 2208WFP, 2408WFP, 2707WFP, 3007WFP, 3007FPW, 3007WFP-HC, 3008WFP, E152FP, E153FP, E156FP, E157FP, E157FPT, E172FP, E173FP, E176FP, E177FP, E178FP, E178FPW, E193FP, E196FP, E197FP, E198FP, E198WFP, E207WFP, E228WFP, E248WFP, SE177FP, SE178WFP, SE197FP, SE198WFP, S199WFP, SP2208WFP, P2309W, ST2210, ST2310, ST2410, SX2210T, P190S, U2711. Compatible Part Numbers: AX510, AX510PA, C730C, DW711, 313-6412, 313-6219, 313-6413, 313-6412. PA Adapter included with this version, although not needed if mounted to an UltraSharp LCD Monitor with power connector.

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31 of 31 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A worthy desktop addition, January 31, 2010

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Marc R. Tardiff "Sooner or Later, they all sa... (New England) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Dell AX510 AX510PA SoundBar Sound Bar Speakers for Dell UltraSharp LCD Flat Panel Monitors - K512C (Personal Computers)

I originally bought this product for a work project; there was a desire to reduce the [significant] desktop clutter resulting from multiple PCs, multiple monitors, and multiple sets of powered speakers in a dispatch environment.

There are quite a few monitors that have integrated speakers, but the volume and audio quality is somewhat lacking. I found this Dell alternative to desktop speakers that appeared to fit the bill; the price was right, the specifications were right, and the concept of placing the speakers immediately below the monitor was an appealing space-saving consideration. I knew that most of our monitors were now Dell, but was fully prepared to construct modified mounting brackets to make everything fit. I purchased one unit and brought it into work for everyone to see.

The speakers were an immediate hit. Mounting was very simple (for the Dell monitors) and it fit virtually any Dell monitor that we had. The sound quality was impressive, and certainly more than adequate for our needs. The volume levels also met our needs; typical monitor/speaker combination solutions are a bit too lame for many uses (including ours). The side-mounted volume/on-off control, vertically oriented bluish-white LED indicator (in the middle of the bar) added to the simplicity and elegance of the entire combination.

Once several of the decision makers saw and heard the product, a decision was made to move forward with an immediate purchase of these speakers for the dispatch center, along with a few extra ones for their own desktops. I ended up installing the unit that I purchased at one of the dispatch PCs to get feedback from the actual users, and the feedback was all positive.

I looked at several other options (e.g. HP, who has their own similar option) but the rated output volume would in all probability been too low for our needs. I know of one user with an HP monitor who actually mounted this Dell speaker bar and got rid of his desktop speakers. As mentioned, I was prepared to fabricate a suitable mounting option if they did not mount correctly, and was pleased that I did not have to construct brackets.

It looks like this is now the new "standard" in the group. Given the price/performance, I can't figure out why this isn't a more common option for standard PCs.

If you are looking for a medium-powered set of speakers for your Dell monitor (fits most modern Dell monitors) then I would recommend that you give this a try. There are no balance or tone controls on the speakers, so this might not be a good option for those who desire to play music at high levels (though most modern audio chipsets already give you this fine-tuning capability). But for applications involving voice (e.g. conferencing, general VoIP) or environments where extreme-volume are not needed, these are a good option.

Good day...

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect for intended purpose, June 7, 2010

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davis bonedoc (davis, ca) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Dell AX510 AX510PA SoundBar Sound Bar Speakers for Dell UltraSharp LCD Flat Panel Monitors - K512C (Personal Computers)

Extremely easy to install (about 2 minutes). Most of the Dell monitors will have a power input so you don't need the additional cord and transformer that come with the soundbar, i.e. you will be able to plug the power cord directly into the monitor. The sound is exceptionally good FOR WHAT THIS IS. If you use your computer to listen to the radio, CDs, IPOD whatever then for heaven's sake get some good speakers, but if you just want a source of sound for videos and light music duties this thing is great. The big advantage is the clean install and freeing up desk space.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Danglewood out..., May 12, 2010

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Rod Danglewood (San Diego County, CA) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Dell AX510 AX510PA SoundBar Sound Bar Speakers for Dell UltraSharp LCD Flat Panel Monitors - K512C (Personal Computers)

The main advantage of this sound bar is that it takes a pair of speakers off of your desk thus removing clutter. The sound isn't half bad for $26 and it mounts pretty easily. Unfortunately it still requires its own power supply since it won't power off of the monitor (at least the S2409W I have) but it does get its sound feed from the monitor. I recommend it if saving space is your primary concern.