Every PC setup should include a good sound system, but often it doesn’t. Because? PC gamers often play with headphones to avoid fan noise, unlike console gamers who can use TV audio for a worry-free gaming experience. I have to admit, I’m in the group that prefers having a good PC speaker system, especially the Logitech Z200. It’s not that they’re very special, but given that I’m usually a yard away, they’ve always served me well. However, I decided it was time to start improving the sound of my PC, so I bought the Trust Tytan 2.1 speaker set.
This hardware package is a three-speaker system with two smaller satellites and a larger wooden subwoofer that does the real work. It’s easy to set up and you just need to plug the subwoofer into a wall socket (which requires me to get an EU to UK adapter, a pain in the ass). Then the smaller satellite speakers should be connected near the subwoofer to create a basic surround sound system. All that remains is to connect it to the PC via a 3.5 mm cable and you’re done. You can also add a remote to the system to manually change the sound, but for me that’s not very useful because you’ll probably end up using hotkeys or something.
The thing is, the Tytan speaker system is about as plug and play as a set of speakers can get. This is a bonus for me, as speakers tend to be overly complicated with all sorts of audio jargon and options that only audiophiles understand.
I would say the whole thing is quite bulky, especially the subwoofer. This can be a problem for anyone who is already making the most of what little space they have for their PC, like me. The fact remains that for a set of speakers (quite affordable, since the top of the range can be very expensive), the Tytan does the job perfectly. It provides a good sound experience for people sitting nearby. It’s a PC speaker after all.
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The sound is clear and crisp, at high and low volume. Sometimes this can cause you problems when it comes to reproducing dialogues and voices when watching movies or TV, but when it comes to music you won’t notice it much because the voices are never drowned. The Tytan also offers an option to boost or lower the bass, so you can play around with it to get exactly the sound you’re looking for, whether that’s a punchy beat or a more subtle listening experience. . It’s worth noting that the Tytan can pump out extremely loud audio, but since it’s a PC speaker, I don’t think it’s the best choice for streaming music.
Overall appearance is also good at best. The satellite speakers look more plastic due to their glossy finish, but the subwoofer looks much more professional and premium, although its very “boxy” structure isn’t as striking.
However, for those looking for a more expensive but equally affordable PC speaker option, the Tytan set is definitely a good choice as it does the job perfectly. Of course, it would be great if it was compatible with HDMI ARC so it could also be used on TVs and consoles, or even USB or Bluetooth. But as far as PC speakers go, I was quite impressed with the Tytan.