How To Connect Bookshelf Speakers To PC

By Robert Jones · 2021-08-06

Bookshelf speakers are designed to place on a bookshelf, table, or stand.

## Hooking Up Your Bookshelf Speakers to a PC: A Simple Guide Right, so you’ve got yourself some decent bookshelf speakers, maybe even a cracking little amplifier, and you’re thinking, "How do I get this lot playing nice with my computer?" Good on ya. Far too many people just stick with those tinny monitor speakers or a cheap plastic soundbar. You’re aiming for something better, and that’s what I like to see. I’ve been doing this for over two decades now, testing all sorts of gear, and connecting speakers to a PC is one of those bread-and-butter jobs. It’s not rocket science, but there are a few bits and bobs you need to get right to avoid frustration and, more importantly, to get the best sound out of your kit. ### Why Bother with Bookshelf Speakers for Your PC? Honestly, why not? Your PC is probably where you listen to a lot of your music, watch films, or even game. Why settle for rubbish sound when you can have something that genuinely sounds good? Bookshelf speakers, even modest ones, can offer a far more engaging and detailed experience than most dedicated "PC speakers." You get better stereo imaging, more natural vocals, and often a much more satisfying bass response. I’ve currently got a pair of old Wharfedale Diamonds hooked up to my work PC, and even at low volumes, they beat any all-in-one system hands down. ### What You’ll Need (The Essentials) Before we get stuck in, let’s make sure you’ve got the right bits and pieces. Don