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That works, I was able to take a look at the subwoofer using that model number. Everything I've said holds true for your setup. Your subwoofer is NOT self-powered, meaning you need to connect it using a speaker-level connection. In other words, you either need an amplifier to power it or run...

This is an example of an amplifier that would drive your subwoofer: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Rotel-RB-951-2-Channel-Power-Amplifier-Amp-/171118652648?pt=US_Home_Audio_Amplifiers_Preamps&hash=item27d7776ce8 Looking at the back connections, you have RCA input connections to connect to your pre-out...

Hello amos2323, I'm assuming you have your PC connected to your TV via HDMI? If so, you're probably getting sound from the PC to your TV just fine through the HDMI connection. It could be that your PC is setup to send audio through the HDMI connection only. In this case, you'll have to play...

Your new Pioneer receiver has a subwoofer pre-out connection, which is a line level connection for self-powered subwoofers. If your subwoofer is not self-powered then it must draw its power from an amplifier. You can, like you said, connect the subwoofer to your front speaker connections. Or...

Good thinking. I didn't think about tape out. Does your Klipsch have crossover settings so you can select your frequency response range? Just wondering since your tape out connection is going to send all frequencies to the sub.

Hello bsoa, I'm a big fan of the Dell Inspiron 17. In fact, that's that I'm currently using to type this response. I've had my Dell for almost 2 years and (knock on wood) haven't had a single issue with this machine and I bought it refurbished. The one you've found on Costco will certainly...

I've had great luck with Audacity when opening mp4's to extract audio. http://audacity.sourceforge.net/ I know that doesn't help your Audition 1.5 issue, but an alternative if anything. Cheers!

Yes, your subwoofer has a built in amplifier meaning it's self-powered. What make and model is your old A/V receiver? If we have that information we can do a little research to confirm whether or not you have a subwoofer pre-out connection. If not, then americanaudiophile is correct, you will...

johnvonmacz, I have a set of Sennheiser HD 558 and am really happy with them. I primarily use them for Pandora and YouTube. For me, the sound is excellent. They do a really good job hitting all frequency ranges. As a side note, they are not noise cancelling headphones so any outside noise...

Yes, as cannabishead suggests, make sure all of your cables are fully connected. Also go through the receiver settings and make sure it's still configured properly for 5.1 surround sound. Some listening modes, such as 'Music', on certain receivers will only push audio through certain channels...

smartie279, It sounds as though the port you're trying to use for the 4 pole jack isn't compatible. In other words, your 3.5mm jack is setup for 3 pole jacks, not 4. If you're plugging into a PC, the good news is there are adapters that take your 4 pole jack and split it into two 3 pole...

Unfortunately, without adding an audio processing unit/amplifier (receiver) your options are very limited. If you're absolutely set on not adding another component, your option is to find a pair of self powered speakers. For example...

I too had a pair of Bose for the longest time, but recently purchased Sennheiser HD558. As jcoultas98 mentioned, they are not noise-cancelling, but they do offer excellent sound. Plus, Sennheiser puts a lot of quality in the overall build of the headphone giving them a solid feel and peace of...

Hello AgentSmith88, Congratulations on your new Samsung 55"! I'm glad you're also interested in upgrading your audio situation and with a $600 dollar budget, you actually have quite a few options. Soundbars aren't a bad solution and for the price you can get pretty decent sound. The other...