Marten van de Kraats <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > >> I just checked out the sound on one of my LCs, also running 7.1. The >> behavior of the system I checked is consistent with your description. I >> needed to use amplified (powered) speakers to get a significant sound >> volume. Have you tried powered speakers? Also, be sure that the sound port >> contacts are clean and that the plug for the speakers is clean. Good luck. > > Isn't this about the case with any Mac or personal computer? Don't > you always need powered speakers to get a decent sound?
I suppose to some extent this is going to depend on your personal definition of "decent sound." I've generally found the built-in sound acceptable for most applications and games, but obviously, a good set of external speakers is going to make a significant difference. With regard to the specific problem, definitely make sure that all the connections to the internal speaker of the LC are clean and connected properly. It's always possible with a Mac of that vintage (and presumably unknown parentage) to have had damage done to the speaker. I've had speakers essentially blown that will sound extraordinarily quiet and *really* tinny. It happens. If you can find someone with the same machine nearby, you can always check out the sound from theirs. It may be a case of you being spoiled :). Or, you can always try replacing the speaker assembly completely. Hope that helps, Rich P.S. Not an attack on anyone, but just a trend I've been seeing: A number of posters aren't trimming their replies, essentially, at all. Can we all remember to trim the unnecessary parts of quoted messages, please? -- Vintage Macs is sponsored by <http://lowendmac.com/> and... Small Dog Electronics http://www.smalldog.com | Enter To Win A | -- Canon PowerShot Digital Cameras start at $299 | Free iBook! | Support Low End Mac <http://lowendmac.com/lists/support.html> Vintage Macs list info: <http://lowendmac.com/lists/vintagemacs.shtml> The FAQ: <http://macfaq.org/> Send list messages to: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To unsubscribe, email: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> For digest mode, email: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subscription questions: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Archive: <http://www.mail-archive.com/vintage.macs%40mail.maclaunch.com/> Using a Mac? Free email & more at Applelinks! http://www.applelinks.com
