| Altec Lansing today unveiled its FX4021 and FX5051 (site not updated) computer speaker systems. Both systems feature an isobaric subwoofer design for bass, while two FX satellites -- each featuring two active drivers -- handle the mids and highs. Both speaker systems come with a wireless remote, and are wall-mountable. The FX5051 is the first 5.1 speaker system to provide USB plug-and-play connectivity, according to Altec Lansing, with 5.1 channels of audio for Windows systems only and two-way satellites each boasting a 40mm midrange driver and an 18mm tweeter. The company notes that true 5.1 USB surround sound is unavailable on Mac systems, and that Mac OS X users should set the subwoofer to the 2/4 channel mode for 6-speaker stereo sound. Both systems are slated for shipment in the fall of 2006. A digital hardwired controller offers users stand-by, master, center, surround, bass, and treble controls for the FX5051 unit. Each of the new systems includes a wireless remote, weighted cast metal stands, an auxiliary input to support most audio devices, an HP jack, and built-in cable management.
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