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SoundSticks vs Apple Pro Speakers + iSub
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Feb 20, 2001, 09:09 AM
 
I'm thinking of getting a new PowerMac G4, but am undecided between the choice of Harman/Kardon SoundSticks and a set of Apple Pro Speakers plus the iSub. Does anybody have any advice or firsthand experience with both options? In particular, how good are the Pro Speakers on their own?
     
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Feb 20, 2001, 11:01 AM
 
The G4'a Pro Speakers work with the Pre-amp in the G4, they sound awesome. Also they work with the iSub--also, an excellent piece of equipment.

The Soundsticks don't have the dynamic range of the Pro Speakers, IMHO, I couldn't recommend them.
     
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Feb 20, 2001, 11:19 AM
 
Originally posted by GORDYmac:
The Soundsticks don't have the dynamic range of the Pro Speakers, IMHO, I couldn't recommend them.
Is there a website where I can get statistics or graphs of the dynamic range and frequency response of the Pro Speakers and SoundSticks, to compare them? Just the techno-geek in me wanting to know before purchasing...
     
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Feb 21, 2001, 09:42 AM
 
I am using the Sound Sticks and iSub and they sound great! I listened to the Pro speakers at the computer store and they sounded pretty weak to me but they were not hooked up to the iSub.
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Feb 22, 2001, 11:52 AM
 
http://www.harmanmultimedia.com/phas...icks_spec.html
Soundsticks Frequency Response (w/Subwoofer): 44Hz - 20kHz
http://www.harmanmultimedia.com/phas...isub_spec.html
iSub Frequency Response 44Hz-180Hz
http://www.apple.com/speakers/
Pro Speakers Frequency Response 70Hz-20KHz

On paper, it appears that they are identical in range; however, the SoundSticks are very directional. The Pro Speakers are less demanding on an optimal listening position. They also boast a fuller midrange-bass response, that's why I recommend them.

However, since they're both HK, you can't go wrong.
     
   
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