Ever since the 1960’s, there have been continuous efforts to blend technology with art to create high-end speakers that are not only of high quality but also have a great design. There have been a few designs that came near to fulfilling this but they have been far and between. Most of them have been technologically very advanced but with very little to offer in terms of style and design.

Joey Roth, a renowned artist and designer has however managed to bridge this gap between technology and art, to create a product that is highly artistic and yet a superbly made audio speaker. We are talking about ceramic speakers, which we know definitely look good, but the question is do they sound good too.

Joey Roth was inspired to create these speakers because of the dearth of space for the traditional floor-standing speakers. Later, he realized that due to lack of space manufacturers started compressing the size of the speakers which led to deterioration of the sound quality. He realized that Injection molded enclosures will not do the job, so he decided to create something that holds the true spirit of music.

He consulted various music enthusiasts before he got down to creating the speaker. In terms of technology this speaker is very simple but the simplicity doesn’t mean quality isn’t good. These are very high quality speakers that offer a great listening experience and the fact that they have been designed so well, makes the experience of listening to music even more beautiful.

The Altec Lansing BXR1220 speakers are ideal for users who are not satisfied with their laptop speakers and want some better sound to listen to their favorite music and watch movies on their systems. The speakers are definitely not made for big houses and would sound good in a closet size apartment. The speakers are great for those who are regularly on the go. Without any wires or power outlets, the speakers have a very small dimension and weigh just 2 pounds making them perfect choice for a trip.

There is a 2-inch driver on each speaker which is wrapped in a black tube and mounted at the back of a thin mesh screen. The speakers have great design and look really attractive; however the major area of concern is the functionality of the speakers. The speakers rest on a silver stand that is fixed at a certain angle and users have to increase the height level in order to get a better clarity. Unlike speakers that come with detachable audio cables, these speakers have hardwired USB cord in the right silo.

The speakers come without any AC adapter and hence are very easy to set up. One problem that the users of the speaker may face is the fact that there is no alternative source to power them apart from the USB port. The speakers also have no slot for battery so it is important to have your laptop charged fully when you are on the move. The BXR1220 speakers have the ability to produce stereo harmonies and some great sound and for just $20, it should not be a hard bargain for the users.

Most of you must be satisfied with your headphones and think that shelling out $500 for computer speakers is not worth it. The Bowers and Wilkins Zeppelin MM-1 speakers though definitely make you think otherwise. The sweet speakers are a welcome departure from the regular sub and satellite set up which is widely available.

The distinguishing feature of these speakers is unlike most hi-fi speakers, these sound great even when they are very close to you. The reason being that the B&W speakers have the circuitry tweaked which turns them into near-field monitor speakers. The cone shaped Nautilus tweeter, according to the company reduces the resonance and ensures pure and high frequency sounds. The B&W MM-1 speakers can be the best possible way to share your music with others and that too in style. The drive units of the speakers include an aluminum tweeter which provides a unique treble performance.

The Dynamic EQ used in the speakers in addition to the Nautilus Tube Loaded tweeters ensures that you get maximum bass output and the best part; you do not require a subwoofer for this. The remote which comes along with the unit can be useful within iTunes and as well as Windows Media Player. There is little chance though that the users would be able to differentiate its sound from the other speakers, but with its 3.5 mm input jack and stylish look, it is expected to do very well among the music lovers across the world when it hits the market in February 2010.

A myriad number of computer speakers available in the market always make it very hard and confusing for you when you want to get one for yourself. So, it is always better for you to think about the speakers and be decisive about the purpose for which you want to buy it.

Speakers are differentiated by the way that they are used. There are some speakers which are good for music and some for watching quality DVDs and online videos whereas there are some which are suitable for gaming and some for audio quality when you chat online. Along with this, the price of the speakers is equally important when you make the purchase decision.

Speakers are rated according to the quality of their sound and the amplification. The most commonly used speakers are 2.1 and 5.1. The 2.1 speakers which cost around $20 to $90 are more than sufficient for normal computer use. However, the 5.1 speakers which have five audio channels and also a subwoofer are a hit with people who are into movies and games on their computers. However, Altec Lansing’s VS2321 with an average price of $40 is the most preferred speakers among people who are on a budget.

Again Logitech which has a wide variety of speakers really scores with people who are into gaming. According to CNET, the Logitech Z-300 is the best among the 2.1 speakers. The Logitech X-540 which has a clear and crisp sound and a 5.1 speaker system is available at a price of $65 to $116. The Bose Companion III with a price of $250 and the Altec Lansing VS3251 at $40 are also great speakers to enhance the quality of sound on your computers.

The new Sony SRS-M30 Desktop Speaker is typically a luxurious choice for stylized listening with a brand name. The recently rolled out portable 2-piece active speaker system has a built-in volume control, 2 way power supply and a Slot structure to attach pair speaker into one unit for portability. The speaker twain comes magnetically shielded for preventing interference with monitor vision. Its technicalities suggest the impedance of 8ohms, playback frequency zone of 250 – 20,000 Hz. Get the feel of these speakers in £11.00 only.