Best Desktop Speakers For iMac : Hi-Quality Speaker Systems

Desktop Speaker Options For iMac

As Apple's desktop All-In-1 Macintosh desktop comptuer, the iMac delivers a fairy decent listening experience right out of the box. Because it's a desktop system, there's sufficient physical space for larger internal speakers in the iMac. Indeed, the iMac has the largest best loudspeaker drivers in any model of the Macintosh product line. However, that's still not enough for many users audio playback needs. Fortunately, nearly any external soundbar, 2.0 or 2.1 speaker system will provide significanly enhanced volume and frequency response.

iMac Computer Speaker Recommendations

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Quality iMac Speakers for Gamers and Home Audio Buffs

If your budget or listening requirements don't demand full audiophile quality studio monitor style speakers, there are many high quality, very affordable consumer-grade desktop computer speaker systems for your Apple gadgets and iMac that can significantly extend the frequency response of your audio and music playback without breaking your wallet.

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Studio Monitor Speakers For iMac

For Professional or Amateur audio editing and recording studios, or for video soundtrack editing, you'll like want the best studio monitor speaker for your iMac that's within your budget. Studio Monitors deliver more pristine quality and more accurate sound reproduction. Our sampling of some of the more affordable reference monitor 2.0 speaker systems feature extended on-speaker controls for shaping the sound stage to your liking within arm's reach, or provide extra input jacks and connectivity options as well.

Compact Reference Monitors	Most Popular Monitor System
Behringer 2.0 Studio Speakers Volume : Bass : Treble On-Board 1/8" TRS & RCA Inputs	MAudio AV-40 Powered Speakers RCA, 1/4" + 1/8" Inputs

You'll need to bypass your iMac's internal speakers and opt for studio reference models if you really want pristine sound quality. They deliver far more accurate and tight sound response across the full spectrum of audio frequencies, often in compact cabinets that fit neatly on your mixing deck or desktop.

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External iMac Computer Speakers

Logitech Speaker System

With Volume Control

Speaker Connection Types

1/8" Analog Audio Out

Many conventional stereo computer speakers use a 3.5mm - 1.8" plug. High wattage systems, with full 2.1 subwoofer frequency response will deliver the Volume and Thump many desire.

Optical Audio Output

iMac audiophiles and purists or those wanting to use their iMac as their HD streaming TV set might prefer the Optical mini-TOSLink option inside of many iMac models dual-function sound jack. A special mini-to-standard TOS Link adapter is needed. Optical audio delivers pure digital audio without the electrical interference and hum that can sometimes compromise playback on Analog and Wireless or Bluetooth connections.

Bluetooh Audio Speakers

Wireless stereo audio streaming via Bluetooth on your iMac offers close-range listening under 30'. Your Apple iMac needs to be running OSX 10.5 Leopard at a minimum to support A2DP protocol which provides high-fidelity stereo Bluetooth audio streams wirelessly.

WiFi Audio Output

Using Apple's Airport Express and iTunes on your iMac desktop can enable whole-house audio streaming to multiple amplified speaker systems or stereo receivers around the home. If you prefer a minimum of wires at your desktop, Apple AirPlay compatible speakers which stream over your WiFi connection may be a good choice.

USB Audio Output

An iMac's built-in USB ports provide plenty of power to drive USB computer speaker systems at modest 3-5 watt volume levels without needing a separate AC power cord or transformer. Fine when you're at your iMac desktop, but don't expect throbbing, room-filling sound. With hi-quality, well-engineered speaker drivers, they can make the most of a USB port's somewhat limited voltage. Many USB powered loudspeaker systems will still easily outperform your iMac's internal ones and can deliver much louder, full frequency stereo playback: All with a single USB cable.