Following the Dot's lead, the new Echo comes equipped with an auxiliary jack and Bluetooth connectivity for hooking up to
an existing speaker system.
Alternatively, you can use them to augment
an existing speaker system.
Most people using
an existing speaker system — from Sonos or otherwise — should probably just connect an Echo Dot.
It also follows the lead of its Echo Dot sibling, providing an auxiliary jack and Bluetooth connectivity for hooking up to
an existing speaker system.
If you only subscribe to Apple Music (and aren't interested in anything else), don't have
an existing speaker system or smart assistant, want a larger and great - sounding speaker, and live your life in the Apple ecosystem, it's worth pre-ordering the HomePod on January 26th.
The rear side of the remote boasts 5.1 speaker ports, letting users hook - up
their existing speaker system to remote and easily toggle between headset and speaker output.
In an effort to compare apples to apples (so to speak), in this section «an AirPlay system» means a network linked using an AirPort Express ($ 99) or Apple TV ($ 100), and which utilizes
your existing speaker system or HDTV.
The integrated concealed high - pass tweeter crossover and included grills provide a neat look that lets you quickly and easily upgrade your car's
existing speaker system.
Not exact matches
But it did provide an opportunity for
speakers to air their frustrations with a failing
system, and provide context for why the coalition
exists at all.
These are some of the best component
speakers for working with your car's
existing audio
system, not against it!
You might be surprised at how easy it is to improve the
existing sound
system in your car using only a simple product from the best car
speaker brand.
As a stand - alone record player or connected to your
existing system, these
speakers really help you jam out.
Any major project at Bose's Stow, Massachusetts, automotive lab starts with technicians modeling a sound
system via computer before hacking apart an
existing car and developing mounting brackets,
speaker enclosures, wiring harnesses, and the like to create a demonstration audio
system.
A variety of available sound
systems exist on select trims, including a Premium option from Fender that has 400 watts and 9 -
speakers, however all are sure to have you rocking out to your favorite tunes and loving the way they sound.
Some of the more expensive
speakers are even capable of being hardwired into your
existing entertainment
system.
Existing Blu - ray players are able to deliver Dolby Atmos sound information from new Atmos - infused Blu - ray discs, and most of your existing speakers can remain as the foundation of your surround
Existing Blu - ray players are able to deliver Dolby Atmos sound information from new Atmos - infused Blu - ray discs, and most of your
existing speakers can remain as the foundation of your surround
existing speakers can remain as the foundation of your surround
system.
(Before you consider buying a new
speaker system for wireless audio at home, take a look around: If you already own a set of powered
speakers or a good stereo
system, and if you want to use it with your iPhone or iPad, you can simply connect it with a basic audio cable, or you can use an AirPlay or Bluetooth adapter to add wireless - stream capabilities to your
existing speakers.
While support only currently
exists for Echo devices, Amazon also released new tools for developers that will allow companies to integrate their
speakers with Alexa multi-room audio, as well as allow Alexa to control third - party
speaker systems like those from Sonos and Bose.
Amazon says the new Dot, which essentially brings the Amazon Echo's voice controls to
existing speakers and sound
systems though it features a small
speaker of its own, has a new «sleek and compact design.»
There also are accessories for connecting an
existing amplifier or receiver to the Sonos
system, or for using
existing speakers.
Amazon Echo Dot: down to # 34.99 (normally # 49.99) The Echo Dot also gained a highly favourable report card from our experts - it's a smaller
speaker compared to the Echo but it's brilliant if you want to «Alexafy» an
existing speaker / hi - fi
system.
That includes separate
speakers like the Play: 1, Play: 3, and Play: 5, home theater components like the Sub and the PlayBar, and the Connect and Connect: Amp that let you tie in your
existing sound
systems.
The HomePod also came with the promise of AirPlay 2
speaker grouping — and
existing Sonos devices were getting AirPlay 2 — which meant that I might be able to keep my long - collected Sonos
system and use it with Apple's shiny new
speaker.
The Echo can also connect to Bluetooth
speakers, while its AUX line - out means you can connect it to an
existing hi - fi
system if that's what you want to do - although you might also want to consider the Echo Dot or Echo Spot if that's your aim.
Available in all white or all black, the Playbase doesn't exactly look like any other
speaker in the Sonos line — several of the others feature gray elements like
speaker grills — but its streamlined aesthetic will fit in well with an
existing system.
It's also perfect for those who have an
existing Chromecast Audio setup and want another relatively inexpensive
speaker to add to their multi-room
system.
In days gone by, if you wanted a decent multi-room audio experience, you could go two ways: if you wanted to keep your
existing speakers and stereo, you could use something an Apple AirPort Express unit to build a fairly clunky, unintuitive hack of a
system; or you could replace your
speakers and stereo and go for a more consumer friendly approach by shelling out a lot of money for, say, Sonos.
Likewise, if a new TV isn't enough or you're simply looking to upgrade your
existing home entertainment
system, the consumer electronics market is presently filled with excellent receivers,
speakers, subwoofers, and soundbars.
Atmos builds on the
existing technology of 5.1, 7.1 and 9.1
systems, meaning your
existing speakers can be utilized as a part of your setup with a compatible AV receiver.
Essentially, it's a way to bring the Amazon Echo's voice controls to
existing speakers and sound
systems.
DTS: X should be considered as backward - compatible with
existing 5.1 and 7.1
systems, but having a bit more flexibility in
speaker placement.
As has been the case with a majority of Audioengine products we've tested, the
speakers don't invent bass where it doesn't
exist, so the drums on this track don't have a lot of deep, added bass depth to them like they often do through bass - heavy
systems.
Both of them discouraged the prospective buyers with an
existing audio
system to go for a Google Home
speaker that came along with an added expense for a new Chromecast - enabled device.
For those not interested in seamless voice control however, or those that already have an Alexa - enabled device, the Play: 1 remains the perfect
speaker to start embracing the Sonos
system, or adding to an
existing Sonos
system.
Amazon Echo Dot: down to # 34.99 (normally # 49.99) The Echo Dot also gained a highly favourable report card from our experts — it's a smaller
speaker compared to the Echo but it's brilliant if you want to «Alexafy» an
existing speaker / hi - fi
system.
While smart
speakers such as those from sound
systems» company Sonos integrate
existing solutions, like Amazon Echo, the offering is only relevant to those who have both Sonos
speakers and Amazon's Echo.
The Sonos One is a no brainer for those who have an
existing Sonos
system, those who are considering starting a Sonos
system, or those who want a smart
speaker that also delivers excellent audio quality.
Spotify is one of the most popular subscription services and we've seen a number of approaches to adding Spotify connectivity to your
existing speakers in the past - like the Gramofon - as well as through dedicated
speakers and
systems supporting the Spotify Connect standard (LG Music Flow, Denon Heos, etc).
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speakers below, explore
existing SVS
speaker systems, or customize your own with the Jeeves
speaker and subwoofer
system builder, and save while doing it!
The Playbase can join your
existing wireless Sonos
system for multi-room audio, and the company claims it to be «equal parts TV and music
speaker.»
If you have a home - theatre set - up, you could in theory simply hook up your audio components to the
existing home theatre
speakers, but in many busier households, that
system will be dominated by the TV or gaming components (thanks, kids!).