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Sunday, February 26, 2012

Sony SS-B3000 Bookshelf Speakers (Pair, Black)

Sony SS-B3000 Bookshelf Speakers (Pair, Black)Sony SS-B3000 Bookshelf Speakers (Pair, Black)
 

 
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Sony SS-B3000 Bookshelf Speakers (Pair, Black)

List Price: $140.00
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Brand Name:Sony
Speaker Type:Left / right channel speakers
Color Name:Black
Item Display Height:20.9 inches
Depth:10.4 inches
Frequency Response Curve:50-50,000Hz
Audio Sensitivity:88 dB
Impdedance:8 ohm
Speaker Driver Material Type:Polypropylene
Maximum Speaker Depth (inches):10.4 inches
RMS Power Range - Amplifiers:120 watts

The quality of the sound is really very good
Powerful sound and they can handle a lot of volume. They sound better if played loud. Great for parties and for really knocking down the walls. They work with any amp/receiver, but a very strong amp will bring out their best. While a weaker amp will display more of their shortcomings. If you are looking for an inexpensive and "decent" set of speakers, these will work great. However, they are enormous for bookshelf speakers. If you have a critical ear, and are used to speakers costing more then $400 a pair, then these probably won't pass your test.  a 25 watt amp and they sound great! the bass is crisp and has a noticeable presence, the highs sound clear and compliment the bass and the mids tie it all together quite well. Do not Reach the "super highs" or the "super lows" but great L/R speakers. A relatively affordable stereo system in my bedroom, not a particularly large space, and when set apart from each other by several feet I can enjoy the best sound possible from these speakers.

Pro: Less expensive Speakers that sound and look great. May buy more for future 5.1. I like the Larger size. Far Better than listening through a ihome or your tv speakers.


Con: Rear Facing Port, not a big deal just not in the front. Much better than listening through a ihome or your tv speakers. You can get better sound from other speakers, but you'll pay more for that luxury. These suit my needs very well; One thing to note that some have mentioned before--these are 20 inches tall; they really don't look like bookshelf speakers to me! I suppose they would fit in a large wall unit or on a shelf but they can just as well stand on the floor.

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  Apple iMac MC813LL/A 27-Inch Desktop (NEWEST VERSION)

Apple iMac MC813LL/A 27-Inch Desktop (NEWEST VERSION)
Next-Generation Quad-Core Intel Processor
This iMac is powered by a second-generation Intel Core i5 quad-core processor (dubbed "Sandy Bridge"), which provides breakthrough digital media management, content creation, and 3D gaming capabilities. With updated Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, the latest Core i5 increases speed automatically for whatever you're doing, dynamically accelerating performance to match your workload.
Intel's Hyper-Threading Technology enables each core of your processor to work on two tasks at the same time, delivering the performance you need for smart multitasking. And you'll enjoy a rich set of new features for a stunning and seamless visual experience with no additional hardware. The "Sandy Bridge" Core i5 processor also provides faster access to the installed RAM, with an integrated memory controller to connect fast 1333 MHz memory directly to the processor.
Revolutionary Thunderbolt Technology
Developed by Intel with collaboration from Apple, high-speed Thunderbolt I/O (input/output) technology delivers an amazing 10 gigabits per second of transfer speeds in both directions. Built into the iMac, the Thunderbolt port allows you to connect to new Thunderbolt-compatible peripherals as well as existing USB and FireWire peripherals using simple adapters. You'll be able to move data up to 20 times faster than with USB 2.0 and more than 12 times faster than with FireWire 800, and you can daisy-chain multiple high-speed devices without using a hub. Thunderbolt also supports DisplayPort for high resolution displays and works with existing adapters for HDMI, DVI and VGA displays.
Bright, Colorful Display
This 27-inch, all-in-one Apple iMac features an edge-to-edge glass display that utilizes LED backlighting for improved brightness and energy efficiency as well as In-Plane Switching (IPS) technology, which delivers consistent color across a wide 178-degree viewing angle.
Clutter-Free Desktop
You'll be able to cut the cord with the included Wireless Keyboard and Magic Mouse, both of which connect to the iMac using Bluetooth wireless technology. Additionally, the Magic Mouse features a seamless Multi-Touch surface that enables you to use the same intuitive gestures used on the MacBook trackpad to easily scroll through long documents or swipe to move forward or backward through a collection of web pages or photos. And it can be configured as either a single- or two-button mouse.

And with the FaceTime HD camera placed above the display in the iMac's thin aluminum and glass design, you'll be able to make video calls in HD 720p resolution to friends and family on another iMac or MacBook. Additionally, you'll be able to connect to those using an iPad 2, iPhone 4, or iPod touch.

Key Specifications

  • 27-inch LED-backlit glossy widescreen display with IPS technology, a 2560 x 1440-pixel resolution, 16:9 aspect ratio, and 178-degree viewing angle (horizontal and vertical). Simultaneously supports full native resolution on the built-in display and up to a 30-inch display (2560 by 1600 pixels) on an external display.
  • 2.7 GHz Intel Core i5 quad-core processor ("Sandy Bridge") with 6 MB shared L3 cache for excellent multitasking.
  • 1 TB Serial ATA hard drive (7200 RPM)
  • 4 GB installed RAM (1333 MHz DDR3; supports up to 16 GB)
  • AMD Radeon HD 6770M graphics processor (with 512 MB of DDR5 SDRAM discrete video memory) for high performance when playing 3D games, editing HD video, or running design software.
  • 8x slot-loading SuperDrive with double-layer DVD support (DVD±R DL/DVD±RW/
  • Built-in FaceTime camera for video chatting (up to HD 720p resolution when connecting to other Macs)
  • Wireless-N Wi-Fi wireless networking (based on 802.11n specification; 802.11a/b/g compatible)
  • Gigabit Ethernet wired networking (10/100/1000BASE-T)
  • Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR (Enhanced Data Rate) for connecting with peripherals such as keyboards, mice and cell phones
  • Side-loading SDXC card slot
  • Four USB 2.0 ports, one FireWire 800 port
  • Two Thunderbolt ports
  • Mini DisplayPort video output with support for DVI, VGA, and dual-link DVI (adapters sold separately).
  • Built-in stereo speakers with two internal 17-watt high-efficiency amplifiers along with built-in microphone, optical digital audio output/headphone out, optical digital audio input/audio line in
  • Wall-mountable with optional VESA Mount Adapter Kit.
  • Dimensions: 25.6 x 8.15 x 20.4 inches (WxDxH)
  • Weight: 30.5 pounds

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