JBL Duet PC Speakers (2-Speaker, Silver)

by Harman

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 12.5 inches ; 3 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 3.2 pounds
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B0000C3GWV
• Item model number: DUET
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (50 customer reviews)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: October 2, 2001

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

When hot looks and great sound are the order of the day, JBL's 2-piece Duet PC speakers offer smooth, accurate, and full-bodied sound without the need for a separate stand-alone subwoofer. That's not to say the 6 watts per channel pair will slam like a higher-power satellite-sub system would--but JBL's patent-pending Phoenix TSR (Tangential Strain Relief) drivers deliver more bass and lower distortion than similar-sized conventional PC speakers, thanks to the their controlled linear excursion. The emphasis, then, is on quality, rather than merely quantity, of sound. Further, Duet's proprietary SlipStream port enhances the speakers' bass performance for an impressively wide frequency response of 60 to 20,000 Hz.

Incredibly easy to set up and use, the Duet system offers clean, crisp listening at an affordable price. Neodymium magnets heighten the speakers' power and sensitivity, and the speakers operate on AC power through a supplied AC/DC adapter.

What's in the Box
Two speakers, connecting cables, an AC power adapter, a user's manual, and warranty information.

Product Description

Tired of using those headphones for your portable audio player at home, or need a small set of speakers for your computer? Well look no further! The JBL Duet Stereo Speakers from Harman are lightweight and small, taking up less room and adding a futuristic design to match your computer or audio player! Meodymium magnet for more power and sensitivity Bass enhancing proprietary port design Silver finish Satellite Dimensions - Width - 3.94 x Depth - 4.93 x Height - 7.3

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

16 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Accurate sound, suprising volume and bass response, October 3, 2005

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M. Woinoski (New Paltz, NY USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: JBL Duet PC Speakers (2-Speaker, Silver) (Personal Computers)

I was very pleasantly surprised that such low-cost speakers could sound so good. The sound is full and balanced, with suprisingly deep bass. And you can crank them up; they fill up a 200-square foot room with no problem. I compared these with the Altec-Lansing MX5020, which cost twice as much, and like the sound of the JBL's much better. However, it's obvious that JBL cut some corners to keep the cost down (see below). So far, though, I'm very pleased.

Pros:
1. Rich, accurate sound. The bass is full without being boomy, the mid-range is warm, and the treble is clear (although maybe a little edgy.) They're good for all types of music.
2. They sound good at both low and high volumes.
3. They have plenty of volume for small to medium rooms.
4. Cheap! I may buy an extra pair for replacement parts.
5. They're small (only about 8" tall.)

Cons:
1. There are no tone controls, so you can't easily compensate for the acoustics of the room. To contour the tone, you'll need software that includes an EQ, such as WinAmp or Rhapsody.
2. I'm not impressed with the quality of the construction. The volume knob is very hard to turn for the first few notches, and the power light on one speaker flickers when music is playing, which leads me to think there's a loose connection. I've only had them for a few days, so I don't know how well they'll hold up over time. You may want to get an extended warrenty, just in case.

27 of 30 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Way Good for the Price, September 25, 2004

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Confederate (Bethesda, MD) - See all my reviews

This review is from: JBL Duet PC Speakers (2-Speaker, Silver) (Personal Computers)

The JLB Duet speakers are perfect for those of us who either despise 3-piece PC speakers or never know where to put the extra box (subwooofer). The highs are strong and vibrant without being tinny, but the lows are a bit lacking -- but then, you won't ever get a high-end stereo system out of most PCs.

The size of the speakers are misleading. They look like a cheap throw-in by the manufacturer, but they sound wonderful. CON: The headphone jack is in the back, not the front. Bummer.

13 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great sound, great looks, great price, August 5, 2004

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Patricia "Patricia" (Nyack, NY) - See all my reviews

This review is from: JBL Duet PC Speakers (2-Speaker, Silver) (Personal Computers)

No, they won't replace a 3-speaker system, but I'm very impressed with the sound quality (and volume) coming out of these little desktop speakers. Lot of bang for the buck. They also look great on the desk (I got the silver version to match my laptop and phone) and are half the size of my previous very marginal computer speakers. I play iTunes off my laptop, so I use the equalizer that comes with that program. If you don't have an EQ in your media software, you might want to consider that these speakers don't offer any sound-shaping options (volume is the only control). Overall, very pleased.