powered speakers
Self-amplifying audio boxes
Powered speakers have built-in amplifiers, eliminating the need for a separate amplifier or receiver.
Also called active speakers, they're common in computer setups, studio monitors, and portable sound systems: Just plug the powered speakers directly into your laptop.
The opposite—passive speakers—require external amplification.
- amplifiedIncreased in strength
- wooferLow-tone loudspeaker
- tweeterSpeaker for treble
- bassDeep pitch or fish
- subwooferLow-frequency speaker unit
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