polk audio

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Polk Audio speakers are a popular choice for PC audio setups, as seen in discussions about integrating them with digital receivers and A/V receivers for improved sound quality. Users often pair Polk Audio bookshelf speakers and subwoofers with receivers like the Sony STRDH520 to replace standard PC speaker systems. However, some users encounter issues when connecting older, unpowered Polk Audio speakers to new computers running Windows 7 or Vista, resulting in very low or no sound output despite correct connections and maximum volume settings. Troubleshooting steps such as updating drivers and checking sound settings often fail to resolve the problem, suggesting possible compatibility or hardware issues.
  1. trog69

    Windows 7 PC sound system just about complete now.

    Good morning. I posted here before, or rather at the former iteration of the Windows Forum, about how I wanted to replace the sound card with a digital receiver and some regular bookshelf speakers, because I found the Klipsch Pro-Media powered speaker systems ( I have both the 2.1 and the 4.1...
  2. trog69

    Windows 7 Am I the only person to try using an A/V receiver for PC sound?

    I have just recently purchased an A/V Receiver-Sony STRDH520, a low-end 7.1ch receiver. I also have a myriad of various speakers to use, from Klipschs to Polk Audio speakers to Bose 301s. I also just purchased a Polk audio 12" powered sub to go with these. Anyway, I plan on only using 5.1 right...
  3. 8

    Windows 7 I Would Say, I have a Problem.. Of Some Sorts

    Received this HP Pavilion p6750f yesterday, and there is a problem with sound...not my hearing..the computer. I'm using my older Polka Audio speakers (2) that are not powered. Just the 1/8" pin type. The Windows 7 setup went very well, and no problems until I found there was no sound from the...
  4. J

    Windows 7 Speaker Vol. Issues w/ Polk Audios

    Recently I Purchased a new computer with Vista that did not come with speakers. I had the idea of using the ones from my previous computer. They are just a basic set of polk audios without a separate power supply. I have them plugged into the correct place for sure and all volume settings are on...
  5. J

    Windows Vista HELP!!! My Speakers won't work

    HI, I need help! Or I may be beyond help.... My Polk Audio Speakers will not work on Vista. I only bought a new tower and told the idiot sales guy that I was keeping my old monitor and speaker, no mention of compatabilty issues! I have updated the drivers and run ALL of the sound checks no sound...
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