Preamps?

[65L]

After I blew them out, I redeemed a warranty and got a new 2.1 system of some standard computer tweeters + sub.

They are the Z-623 model from logitech, my previous set was theZ-2300, which was discontinued.

However, I'm discouraged because the Z-2300 model gave me a "louder" sound in my headphones, i.e. a crushing sub signal and siren-like mid's and hi's. With the Z-623's, I'm missing nearly half the sound I had before.

Do I now need a preamp? Any suggestions? I'm kinda bummed

[blinx]

no you need an AUDIO INTERFACE or a real soundcard.

Preamps

In general, the function of a preamplifier is to amplify a low-level signal to line-level. A list of common low-level signal sources would include a pickup, microphone, turntable or other transducers. Equalization and tone control may also be applied.

In a home audio system, the term 'preamplifier' may sometimes be used to describe equipment which merely switches between different line level sources and applies a volume control, so that no actual amplification may be involved. In an audio system, the second amplifier is typically a power amplifier (power amp). The preamplifier provides voltage gain (e.g. from 10 millivolts to 1 volt) but no significant current gain. The power amplifier provides the higher current necessary to drive loudspeakers.

[65L]

Ok thanks for the clarification.
Is there a software patch (freeware if possible) that exists that might help me in this situation? I'm broke as a joke.

But an audio interface is now on my wishlist

[blinx]

try connecting the heaphones right to your pc instead of using the logitech speakers port. Not saying itll be great but it might be a FREE alternative.

If you have a little money you could buy a headphones amplifier to drive the pc signal to your headphones. Those would have an "amp" in them that might give you a nice full sound agian.