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Bluetooth is really convenient for those who hate messing with wires, and after using several different brands of powerful little Bluetooth speakers, wireless is the undisputed winner over low-wattage wired extension speakers commonly available for use with a PC. Good Bluetooth speakers notably achieve a full sound and excellent clarity, and are readily available as portable, rechargeable units. But the cost is rather steep if they turn out to be unusable.
Wireless may not always be the best choice, especially if located in an area like a work environment that may be cluttered with signals that can interfere with Bluetooth speakers. That’s when wired speakers may ultimately provide the only reliable and uninterrupted stream of music that makes it enjoyable for listening. Provided you know that the music source is solid and doesn’t fluctuate in volume, then if the Bluetooth connection lags and the speakers behave erratically, fade in and out and even cut out completely, the defiant fix that puts all the disappointment to rest is to use wired speakers instead. Since many wireless speakers throw out a constant signal, they can still be susceptible to interference, so it is the non-Bluetooth, wired speakers that will provide the ultimate fix if ever stuck in such an undesirable environment. Fortunately there is a solution. There are some very good low cost extension speakers readily available that will raise some eyebrows in regard to the quality of sound they can emit.
Anyone who has been computing for a lengthy time is likely familiar with the SoundBlaster name from Creative Labs, which became a standard in sound cards and provides several models of extension speakers that take up a minimum of space and are specifically designed to easily connect to a computer. Creative speakers receive good reviews and are noted for being louder than the other brands, and you may just find that the least expensive set is entirely adequate for your needs.
The Creative Inspire T10 has a bass and volume control and throws out a hefty 10W of sound. Next up the line is the T12 which almost doubles the output wattage to 18W. Further up from there, the Inspire speakers include a large subwoofer, but then the simplicity and portability all gets lost when necessary to pack them away on a daily basis.
There is another line of Creative 2-speaker sets called the GigaWorks Series 2. They resemble the low-cost T10 but also include a treble control along with the bass and volume controls. T12, T15, and T30 sets have Bluetooth, whereas T20 and the top of the line T40 speakers are wired only.
Listening to good music while working makes the work day more enjoyable, so I chose to test the 2-speaker T Series Creative sets in my search for improved music acoustics throughout my large work area. The volume will need to compete with some machinery and ventilation noise throughout the building, and I also wanted some ease in portability because the speakers will need to be packed away again before quitting time. So after some practical comparison testing using these T20 speakers and a set of T10 speakers, I found that both sets were adequately loud when set above 75% of full volume. Notably, volume increases at a faster rate the closer to max you turn the volume dial. Streaming music from the Internet from my smartphone, there was never a need to readjust the volume or relocate the speakers for better coverage, and the differences were obviously in favor of the T20 speaker set, well worth the extra price for the superior sound quality. The almost tripled output wattage (28W vs 10W) truly boosts the sound level and is then further complimented with an ability to better clarify the sound using separate bass and treble controls.
So in conclusion, even though some home speakers might throw out enough volume to wake the neighbors, cranking them up in a large work area might have you wondering where all the sound disappeared to. That’s when these Creative speakers will shine because the sound these speakers shake out is very full and pleasing whether connected to a laptop, mp3 player, or even to a cellphone. At the rather high price for comparable Bluetooth speakers, I wouldn’t even take a chance attempting to use them because of the inherent reliability built into these Creative speakers from the get-go. Happy listening!
| Compatible Devices | PC, Mac, iPhone, Android |
|---|---|
| Mounting Type | Tabletop |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Controller Type | Button |
| Surround Sound Channel Configuration | 2.0 |
| Color | 2.0 System with Glass Fiber Cone Driver and BasXPort Technology |
| Product Dimensions | 6.5"D x 10"W x 6.5"H |
| Audio Output Mode | Stereo |
| Speaker Maximum Output Power | 28 Watts |
| Age Range (Description) | Adult |
| Item Weight | 16 ounces |
| Is Waterproof | FALSE |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Power Source | Corded Electric |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | 80 dB |
| Package Type | Standard Packaging |
| Connectivity Protocol | Auxiliary |
| Includes MP3 player? | Yes |
| Is Electric | Yes |
| National Stock Number | 5965-01-595-2287 |
