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Premium9753

Premium9753 Aug. 6, 2024, 4:49 p.m.

Best speakers for macbook pro: my ears need an upgrade!

Sup Mac heads,


Just scored a new MacBook Pro for my music gig. Built-in speakers are meh. Need some external speakers that'll do justice to my tracks (and Netflix binges, let's be real).


Setup: 16" MacBook Pro, latest model. Mainly for Ableton and Final Cut. 


Hit me with your MacBook Pro speaker wisdom. Compact is key - my desk is already a war zone. Bluetooth or wired, I'm open. Just need that crisp sound.


Thanks, legends!

kody

kody Aug. 11, 2024, 1:04 p.m.

For solid macbook pro speakers that won't break the bank, check out the presonus eris 3.5. They pack a punch without emptying your wallet. Great for beats and netflix binges alike.

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betty

betty Aug. 6, 2024, 10:15 p.m.

Yo, welcome to the "I blew my budget on a MacBook" club! For music, you want speakers for your MacBook Pro that are flatter than my singing voice. Trust me, it matters.

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unifire

unifire Aug. 7, 2024, 12:38 p.m.

Yo, heads up - Apple Support's got a decent guide on hooking up external speakers to Macs. Nothing mind-blowing, but it's got some solid tips. Helped me not screw up my setup too bad.

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snirdex

snirdex Aug. 8, 2024, 5:59 p.m.

Placement is key, dude. Even the best speakers for MacBook Pro sound like trash if they're crammed in a corner.

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snn674

snn674 Aug. 9, 2024, 10:20 a.m.

RIP to your neighbors if you're in an apartment. These external speakers for MacBook Pro can really pump out the jams.

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qwst

qwst Aug. 9, 2024, 7:43 p.m.

Been vibing with the Audioengine A2+ for my MacBook setup. Small but mighty, like a caffeinated chihuahua.

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skyup

skyup Aug. 10, 2024, 11:26 a.m.

If you're gonna game too, look for wide soundstage. It's like surround sound without the hassle.

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kody

kody Aug. 11, 2024, 1:04 p.m.

For solid macbook pro speakers that won't break the bank, check out the presonus eris 3.5. They pack a punch without emptying your wallet. Great for beats and netflix binges alike.

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Sooul

Sooul Aug. 11, 2024, 11:51 p.m.

Yo, good shout on the PreSonus! Been using them with my MacBook for a few months now. They're like the unsung heroes of budget audio - nobody expects them to be as good as they are.

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Just_Hardcore

Just_Hardcore Aug. 12, 2024, 1:03 a.m.

Bruh, get an audio interface if you're serious about production. It's like deodorant for your sound - essential.

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liberty

liberty Aug. 12, 2024, 6:33 p.m.

Ever thought about a 2.1 setup? Subwoofer under the desk = stealth bass mode activated.

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qwerty!234

qwerty!234 Aug. 13, 2024, 9:55 a.m.

Easy volume control is clutch. Nothing kills the vibe like a volume treasure hunt mid-session.

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Smith6460

Smith6460 Aug. 13, 2024, 9:39 p.m.

Calibrate those bad boys once you get 'em. Plenty of free tools online. It's like glasses for your ears.

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sms152

sms152 Aug. 14, 2024, 3:24 p.m.

If you're a nomad with your Mac, maybe snag some portable speakers too. Studio vibes anywhere, you know?

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Jz13

Jz13 Aug. 15, 2024, 12:15 p.m.

trust your ears, not some rando on the internet (yes, that includes me). If it sounds good, it is good.

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CrIcKeT11111

CrIcKeT11111 Jan. 19, 2025, 11:14 a.m.

When ur macbook costs more than ur car but ur still using tv speakers from 2010 as monitors 🤡

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pshek

pshek Feb. 21, 2025, 6:34 p.m.

hot take: any speaker sounds good after using macbook built-in speakers for a month straight

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alfi

alfi March 6, 2025, 5:15 p.m.

Anyone else rocking Edifier R1280DBs? picked em up last week, kinda surprised how good they sound for the price. thoughts? 🎵

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angel(-_-)

angel(-_-) March 23, 2025, 8:33 p.m.

imagine buying speakers for music production but using them exclusively for discord and minecraft

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whaltaftest

whaltaftest April 1, 2025, 10 p.m.

feel attacked rn ngl

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Promo

Promo April 11, 2025, 12:06 p.m.

love seeing these "budget friendly" recommendations for $300+ like bro we eating ramen this month

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Rana

Rana April 29, 2025, 6:18 p.m.

Tell ur roommates its a "professional audio setup" so they dont question why ur watching cat videos in 5.1 surround

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