Audioengine Announces N22 Desktop Audio Amplifier
Audioengine Announces N22 Desktop Audio Amplifier
Posted 10/25/2010 at 5:17am
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A Colorado company called Audioengine recently introduced its N22 Premium Desktop Audio Amplifier, which is exactly what the name implies.
The compact device lets you hook up your iPod, computer, headphones, or external speakers "for a great sounding personal stereo system." It offers 22 watts per channel and runs cool enough that it doesn't require a fan or a bulky heatsink.
"The Audioengine N22 Premium Desktop Audio Amplifier sets a new level of audio performance and aesthetic quality that further closes the gap between computer and home audio," Auidoengine claims. "Even if you're not an audio enthusiast we guarantee you will still hear a difference!"
In addition to a pair of inputs for the above mentioned devices, the N22 features a USB charger/power port, variable preamp output, detachable power cord, gold-plated speaker connectors, power-saving idle mode, and a hand-finished MDF wood cabinet with integrated stand.
The N22 is available now for $200, or $250 with companion P4 Passive Speakers.
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Scootiep
October 25, 2010 at 5:48am
I guess I just don't see the appeal of something like this. For anyone going to this level ($250), why not pick up a 5.1 channel A/V receiver and a cheap set of surround speakers. Stereo sound is nice for music, but really only music. If you want an immersive gaming experience, or the ability to fill a room with sound, you need more than 2 speakers. I know not everyone has the ability to have a 10 speaker system w/ powered subwoofer. But for $250, you can do better than this.
Bullwinkle J Moose
October 25, 2010 at 11:49am
When the internal amp died on my $100 Klipsch computer speakers, I just grabbed a $20 USB powered pair of crappy speakers at Best Buy, and just used the Amp which then made the Klipsh speakers "Portable"
They actually sound really good! So good in fact, I bought a few more of these little wonders
I now have a mini ITX case with an Internal USB amp plugged into the motherboard USB header along with two tiny but good sounding speakers attached to the inside of the case
The case is the newest one from Mini-box.com and attaches to the back of an LCD with VESA mounts
I also have a 3rd USB powered amp for my Bike as they come with a 4-AAA battery pack with a USB jack
I wish motherboard makers would add 5 Volt amps to their motherboards as they do not use any power when you are not using them and sound great when you do!
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