Hi.
I am a total noob when it comes to Hi-Fi. I got my first set of active entry level hi fi speakers today. They are replacing an old 2.1 cheapo "gamer" sound system. There is a world of difference. but somehow it does not play really loud. I might be expecting too much out of them, but the volume (at max) is noticeably louder when I connect my phone via 3,5mm stereo jack to designated input (also mini aux), than when I use my laptop. Is this entirely relying on the sound card of the device? I thought it would draw all the power from the onboard amplifier.
the combined power is 40W RMS and I am using them in a small living room 100 square feet. Will upgrading to bigger speakers in the same range (100w RMS) also help with the slightly low volume using a smart phone? or do I need to get an additional amplifier or receiver?
I am a total noob when it comes to Hi-Fi. I got my first set of active entry level hi fi speakers today. They are replacing an old 2.1 cheapo "gamer" sound system. There is a world of difference. but somehow it does not play really loud. I might be expecting too much out of them, but the volume (at max) is noticeably louder when I connect my phone via 3,5mm stereo jack to designated input (also mini aux), than when I use my laptop. Is this entirely relying on the sound card of the device? I thought it would draw all the power from the onboard amplifier.
the combined power is 40W RMS and I am using them in a small living room 100 square feet. Will upgrading to bigger speakers in the same range (100w RMS) also help with the slightly low volume using a smart phone? or do I need to get an additional amplifier or receiver?