Sub blends with MacBook speakers, reaches 50Hz

Twelve South has launched a new subwoofer for Mac notebooks, the BassJump. The sub is USB-powered and comes with software that allows the sub to blend with a MacBook's built-in speakers, beefing up the midrange and low frequencies to improve the overall sound. The sub supports gaming sound effects and any other sound-based activities such as Internet radio and streaming video.

The BassJump software features analog-style VU-meters and can be set to adjust levels for rock, pop, and R&B, among others. The sub reaches lows of 50Hz in an enclosure measuring 5 x 5 x 2.24 inches.

The sub requires Mac OS X 10.5.8 or later, including Snow Leopard. It works with MacBook Pros, MacBook Airs and MacBooks in White, Black or Aluminum. The new sub is now available at Apple Stores or online at Twelve South's website for $80.

by MacNN Staff