Monitor speakers convert electrical signals coming from a computer into audible sound. They connect to the computer through a port at the back of the computer case, or using wireless connections such as Bluetooth, infrared, and radio frequency. They are used for listening to music, playing movies and video, and playing general sounds in websites and application programs.
Two-channel monitor speakers consist of a left speaker and right speaker. They allow sound to pan from left to right. They have a limited frequency range and cannot reproduce low-frequency sounds.
Subwoofers
Subwoofers are specialized speakers that reproduce low-frequency or bass sounds. They are used to enhance the sound of Two-channel monitor speakers. A set of Two-channel speakers normally needs only one subwoofer.
Surround Sound monitor speakers consist of five to seven speakers, including a subwoofer, mid-range speakers, and tweeters (speakers that play high-frequency sounds). They are typically used for home theater setups or for listening to orchestra recordings.
