LaCie Sound2 Speakers debut for $99.99

LaCie introduced the Sound2 Speakers, a new pair of speakers designed by Neil Poullton. They feature a total peak power output of 30W and an expansive frequency response of 80Hz - 20kHz. They connect to your system via USB, but are powered by an external power supply. The LaCie Sound2 Speakers will soon be available for around $99.99.

Today LaCie announced high-end speakers, modeled after Cabasse’s renowned loudspeaker technology – the LaCie Sound2 Speakers, design by Neil Poulton. LaCie has partnered with famous acoustic engineering company Cabasse to bring high-quality sound to any computer system or A/V device.

Coupled with Cabasse’s loudspeaker driver support, the LaCie Sound2 Speakers provide premium sound quality to computers. Additionally, users can use the line-in connection to experience the same high-quality sound from audio/video devices like iPods and portable multimedia players.

"At LaCie, we like to optimize how our customers interact with their media. It is very exciting to partner with a company like Cabasse, which has a sixty-year reputation for hi-fi sound systems, to offer a high quality listening experience to our customers," said Alexis Kobassian, Product Manager. "The LaCie Sound2 Speakers exemplifies the very roots of sound development from design aesthetics to customized acoustic engineering, providing our customers with the best quality and price."

Set-up for the LaCie Sound2 Speakers is easy; users simply plug into a PC or Mac USB connection or line-in port on a peripheral device, and they are ready to go – with no driver installation necessary. Also, for useful functionality, the LaCie Sound2 Speakers come with a built-in USB cable and volume control.

Features:

Hi-fi quality sound engineered by Cabasse

Easily connect to a Mac, PC, or MP3 device

USB bus powered

Built-in cables for easier connectivity

Plug & play, driver-free setup for Mac and PC