Creative Technology makes some great value soundbars and earbuds that consistently perform well. The brand is a byword for value for money and it’s good to see it coming up with a new product that fills a niche in the market.
Today sees the launch of the Creative Stage Air V2, the latest under-monitor soundbar designed to give users a big sound from a small form factor that won’t gobble up valuable desktop real estate. It has a minimalist design and a versatile array of connectivity options.
This new mini soundbar is a complete revamp of its popular predecessor, the Creative Stage Air. The new Stage Air V2 has a brand-new look but holds on to the slim and compact profile of the original Stage Air. As a result, it produces fuller-sounding audio with a better bass level, even though no subwoofer is included. The improved bass response is due to new full-range racetrack drivers and an oversized passive radiator to pump out the lower frequencies.
The Stage Air V2 is a neat little soundbar and can connect via USB. 3.5mm analog connection or … [+]
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Regarding connectivity, the Stage Air V2 soundbar is compatible with PCs, Macs, PS5, Nintendo Switch and many mobile devices. Users can conveniently connect a single USB cable for audio and power. Alternatively, there’s a traditional 3.5mm TRS port for connecting analog devices. It also works well as a wireless speaker by incorporating the latest Bluetooth 5.3 technology and up to six hours of playback on a single charge of the soundbar’s built-in rechargeable battery.
Ths Stage Air V2 can be used as a compact and space-saving desktop speaker or simply for playing music wirelessly in the kitchen. It’s designed to be placed almost anywhere and, perhaps best of all, the price is compact too.
Pricing & Availability: Creative Stage Air V2 is available from the Creative online store and costs t $48.88 / £49.99 / €54.99.
More info: creative.com
Tech Specs:
- Drivers: 2 full-range racetrack.
- Peak power: 20W.
- Connectivity: USB Audio, AUX-in, Bluetooth.
- Bluetooth version: 5.3.
- Operating range for Bluetooth: Up to 10 meters.
- Bluetooth profile: AVRCP.
- Audio codec: SBC.
- Battery life: 6 hours.
- Battery type: 2,200 mAh.
- Peak power: 2 x 5W.
- Frequency response: 80 – 20,000Hz
- Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR): ≥ 75 dB.
- Dimensions: 410 x 94 x 75 mm.