can this speaker system be used with out the subwoofer or does that have a built in power supply that would necessitate it being used?
176810
The speaker set must be used with the sub-woofer. The power supply is internal to the sub-woofer as you suggested. The cable from the right speaker is a custom 9-pin plug to interconnect the controls to the sub-woofer module.
176811
no, the subwoofer has the power supply. the power and volume are controlled from one of the speakers though
1270601
This is not like a subwoofer that need power supply, it's just like regular speakers.
1868913
This receiver does use a powered subwoofer. If you hook a non-powered speaker to this outlet, you could very well blow your sub-woofer. I wouldn't take the chance.
1460964
I purchased a separate subwoofer to compliment the speaker. I am totally satisfied with this system; the sound is amazing! I recommend this system without reservation.
1645845
I'm assuming you're talking about a powered sub. Technically, you could but it'd be cumbersome to setup and highly inefficient. Those bookshelf speakers already have a crossover inside them so you'd lose a lot of power and a bit of fidelity. Are you trying to use a powered sub? Short answer: No. Don't bother.
1516039
No, it can't power a subwoofer. The only output is an RCA connector so you have to use a powered speaker.
1974109
I've read up on this subwoofer, and from what I understand (and see by looking at it), there's no passive input. It can only be run by the internal amp.
891483
Yes the speakers work just fine without the sub. The difference will be amazing when you do hear them with the sub.
2185830
It does not have a dedicated subwoofer out. I run a pair of Epos Elan 10 bookshelves with this amplifier and I am very happy with bass levels without a sub. If you are a serious bass head you should probably be looking at something a little more biased, perhaps NAD.
427232
You can if your subwoofer has "speaker level" inputs. Many subwoofers do, just check the specifications.
280642
The sub-woofer is wired separately, as are all the other components. Therefore, you can utilize all of the other speakers in the system to the extend your receiver has connections. The sub-woofer sound, though, when connected, is really rich in that nice bass. Hope this helps!
1181019
You will need a receiver to power the speaker. It does not have an independent power source.
1659563
you will need an amp or receiver to power the 2 speakers. the sub has an amp built in. so no, you can't hook up the computer directly to this set.
1963080
Rest assured there is no problem with the installation or the speakers. What you need is called a subwoofer.
574980
No. No power needed. Just hook up the speaker wire to your receiver and you are good to go.
1158161
No, you do not have to have a subwoofer. It's awesomer when you do, but still awesome without it.
1731715
Couple ways to answer this question. 1) you're already running through the amp/mixer - why use a powered subwoofer? You can run a subwoofer from the main unit at the appropriate frequency 2) if you insist on using a powered sub, then I would do what the others stated below, monitor output