Do I need an amp with these systems? Should I purchase an amplifier to drive these speakers or is simply connecting them directly to the TV good enough?
750337
These things are pretty loud enough at 315 watts. Movies and Music sound great and the subwoofer makes a huge difference with this set. I would say buy one if you are deaf or just want to make yourself deaf eventually.
2147327
You need a receiver to push the amps through it. It demands a lot. TVs don't have much.
5471
No the need an amplifier you are looking for a PA system these are not for presentation but home audio.
404432
I don't use these speakers with a TV. I use them only for 2-channel stereo listening for which they were designed. You can listen to your TV with these in 2-channel stereo if you have an AV receiver. You would need a center channel and satellite surround speakers for 5.1 audio.
1454909
yes, of course, you just need to cables that go from TS to 1/4" headphone jack. The speakers are powered so no amp required.
1515306
Just use speaker cable to hook up to receiver/amplifier. Speakers draw power from amplifier so no power cable needed.
1523453
First of all, you do need a amp or receiver, and make sure that the equipment has a turntable jack for it, or you can't use it. Second, you do need a good speakers system. And good speakers wires too.
834857
you would need an amplifier/receiver between the directv receiver and these, these are passive speakers and need power.if you want to connect a directv receiver, you need the bose cinemate, those would connect directly to the directv receiver and work fine.
1192650
In order to use these speakers you need to buy a stereo receiver. There are many available. I bought a Yamaha rxv 373, w two Pyle pcb3bk speakers and spent less than $200. I already owned a JBL Northridge e series 10 inch 150 watt subwoofer from a previous application. W these purchases combined, I have a really nice system for minimal $ Once you have these things in place you then use a hdmi cable to connect the receiver to the TV.
1364139
Sorry for the late response, and you've already seen other replies to your question. These speakers are a great improvement over the TV speakers and the price is hard to beat. I use mine as part of a surround system with a center channel and two rear speakers, which really fills the room. Try then alone to start, and add to your system for the true surround experience if you so desire.
20433
As the guys answered before, you need an amp to properly power these speakers or you will be disappointed.
1782017
Teresa - these speakers are not self-powered in any way, nor do they include any wiring. These are meant to be connected to an amplifier or HI-FI receiver, not to a TV directly. However, if you plug your TV into a receiver, then you might be able to use these.
484918
Since these are mid-size speakers, they really don't require a lot of power to sound great. Even 50W per channel for two channels is plenty. I'd shop around and decide based on what else you'll be using a receiver for, such as video. If audio is all you want/need then finding an amp should be a cinch. Onkyo, Pioneer and Harman Kardon would all be great choices for these speakers, it will just come down to personal taste and preference, as well as price considerations. Hope that helps and good luck!
317383
You wouldn't be able to connect to a TV with these. These are 1/4" connections. Most TV's are RCA, Component or HDMI. You need to determine what connection type you have on both the speakers and the TV. Also, unless the speakers are active (powered with a built in amp), you'll need an amplifier.
479640
You will need an amp to run the speakers. I would suggest a 50-100watt amp. Dont waste money on a home theatre amp just a simple 2 channel amp is fine.
484928
You mention that you are going to "hook up" to your tv. There will have to be an amplifier in the loop...tv out-to amp in, to which the speakers are connected. Sure, they will work indoors. You might even like the way they sound indoors which, btw, actually is not too bad. For a starter home theater, not a bad way to go and since they come with brackets for wall or ceiling mount applications, easy to install.
1664530
You need a receiver/amplifier, then wire connection from receiver to the speaker. TV will connect to receiver input.