Speakers

Types

Active speakers have built in amplifiers.

Connection

  • 3.5MM / RCA JACKS.
  • USB

Power - oft a proxy for loudness

Desiderata

USB connection is usually better.

History

VW Sonic Bar 120W Soundbar

  • 2.1 Channel Home Theatre | 5.25” Wired Subwoofer | Multiple Connectivity & Sleek Design (Black)
  • 2024-…

Beats by Dre Pill+ a1680 Bluetooth Speaker ML4M2LL

Seems 12 watts.

Used 2018-2024.
(mostly connected to computer by analog cable)
Produced muffled sound at high volume.

output power 8W

Used 201805-… Battery mostly became useless after some time. (mostly connected to computer by analog cable)
Some buttons stopped working by 2022.