If you’re an office worker, then you probably spend a fair amount of time working at a desktop computer or a laptop. Still, not all digital work is done alone, as most tech workers nowadays regularly have to attend to online meetings in order to discuss how to approach a project, go over what’s being done, and also to consider the next steps to take. When participating in such meetings, you’ll obviously require an audio solution that allows you to listen to what’s being said by other participants. While you might first think of using an headset or even a pair of earbuds for participating in voice calls or even for listening to music while working at your PC or laptop, utilizing either of those devices for long periods of time can make your head and ears hurt, and can also cause you headaches. A better alternative is to utilize a computer speaker bar, especially if your desk space is limited, as these devices allow you to reproduce the audio from your computer without taking up too much room within your desk. One great option would be the Cyber Acoustics CA-2890PRO.
The Cyber Acoustics CA-2890PRO is an advanced USB-powered computer speaker bar equipped with a set of Dual Precision Acoustic Stereo Drivers that make it capable of reproducing high-quality audio with great clarity, a rear facing bass radiator that further enhances its sound quality, plus an array of multiple microphones that feature Echo Cancelation technology for an excellent voice pickup and also Smart Voice Enhancement technology to minimize background noise. It also integrates a monitor clip mount that can fit monitors up to 2” thick, plus built-in control buttons for selecting its source and playing/pausing media, muting its microphones when necessary, and adjusting its volume level. It boasts both USB-C connectivity and also USB-A with a built-in adapter for connecting it to PC, Mac, or Chromebook devices, Bluetooth 5.3 connectivity for pairing it with smartphones or tablets for hands-free voice calls, and also compatibility with most leading voice conferencing Apps.
With this advanced USB computer speaker bar, you’re offered a convenient and reliable audio solution to reproduce high-quality audio when participating on voice calls, as well as for listening to music or audio from videos / movies when you’re looking to relax.
Now, let’s have a more detailed look at the Cyber Acoustics CA-2890PRO and check out everything that this advanced USB-powered computer speaker bar has to offer you.
DESIGN & SPECS
Starting with the speaker bar’s size, the Cyber Acoustics CA-2890PRO comes at a fairly compact size, measuring 18.1 inches long by 12.4 inches wide by x 8.9 inches tall, and it is also noticeably lightweight, weighing just 15 lbs.
On top of its compact form factor, this advanced USB computer speaker bar also sports a minimalist and professional-looking design, while also packing a high-quality and very durable construction.
SET UP / INSTALLATION
When it comes to its installation, know that you can have this USB computer speaker bar neatly set up on top of your desk withing having it take up too much space.
Alternatively, you can also have it mounted onto the bottom-side of your computer monitor thanks to its integrated monitor clip mount, which features a new clamp design (in comparison to the previous model, the CA-2890BT, which we’ve reviewed in the past) that allows it to comfortably fit monitors that are up to 2” thick.
At the back side of the unit, we have its USB-C connection cable with a built-in USB-A adapter, which offers you a simple and straightforward plug-and-play set-up process, with no software installation required.
AUDIO SPECS & AUDIO QUALITY
For reproducing its sound, this advanced USB-powered computer speaker bar comes equipped with a set of Dual Precision Acoustic Stereo Drivers that make it capable of reproducing high-quality audio with great sound clarity and with barely any audio distortion at all (which will only occur if a participant on the other end of a voice call has a low-quality microphone or if there’s audio interference on their background such as wind or other people talking behind them).
Moreover, the Cyber Acoustics CA-2890PRO also comes equipped with a rear facing bass radiator that further enhances its sound quality, making it great for listening to music and also for playing audio from movies in addition to using it for reproducing audio from calls.
Note that the speaker bar’s Dual Precision Acoustic Stereo Drivers are rated to have a Sound Frequency ranging between 200Hz to 6800Hz when used for reproducing audio from voice calls, and a Sound Frequency ranging between 80Hz to 18000Hz when used for playing music.
Lastly, this computer speaker bar also integrates a built-in microphone array composed of multiple microphones that feature Echo Cancelation technology, which allows for an excellent voice pickup with great sound quality.
In addition, its microphone array also leverages Smart Voice Enhancement technology, which is particularly used to minimize potential background noises so that your voice is properly heard at all times.
The speaker bar’s microphone array is rated to have a Sound Frequency ranging between 100kHz to 18kHz.
INTERFACE / CONTROL PANEL
For controlling the speaker bar’s operation, the Cyber Acoustics CA-2890PRO also comes equipped with a simple control panel composed of a just few control buttons, which features a very user-friendly layout and can be found integrated at center of the unit’s bottom side.
Going from left to right, we have a Multi-Function button that works as a Source button for selecting its source between a USB-C or USB-A connection and a Bluetooth connection while also doubling as a Play/Pause button (for controlling media such as music or videos), which is then followed by a USB / Bluetooth Status LED (shows if the device is respectively connected to power with a Green Light or if the device’s Bluetooth connectivity is enabled with a Blue Light).
Then, there’s a Microphone Mute button and a Microphone Mute Status LED, which lights up with a Red Light if its Mic Mute function is enabled.
Finally, at the very center of its control panel, there’s a Gain Switch button that can be used to adjust the output level (i.e. the gain level) of its microphones array, which also doubles as the device’s dedicated Power On/Off button, and then a set of Volume Increase and Volume Decrease buttons.
CONNECTIVITY & COMPATIBILITY
In regard to its connectivity methods, the Cyber Acoustics CA-2890PRO boasts both USB-C connectivity and also USB-A connectivity via its built-in USB-A adapter, which allows users to connect this advanced USB-powered computer speaker bar to a Windows PC, Mac, or even to Chromebook devices.
Furthermore, it also features Bluetooth 5.3 connectivity supporting a maximum wireless range up to 10 ft. (3.04 m), allowing you to pair it with smartphones or tablets for performing hands-free voice calls.
It’s also worth noting that this computer speaker bar is fully compatible with most leading voice conferencing Apps, including Zoom, as well as Microsoft Teams, Google Meet, Skype, and just about any other voice conferencing platform.
WHAT’S IN THE BOX?
Inside the package, users will find: their Cyber Acoustics CA-2890PRO USB Speaker Bar, plus the device’s User Guide.
FINAL THOUGHTS
All in all, this advanced USB computer speaker bar is a very reliable audio solution that offers you a great sound quality for performing voice calls online, as well as for listening to media such as music or audio from movies.
If you’re interested in buying it, know that each unit is currently priced at just $39.99, and each purchase also comes accompanied by a1-Year Warranty. You can order yours online right now, directly from Cyber Acoustics’ official shopping page.
