Do yo need the external subwoofer? When listening to music/videos, do you need the Bang & Olufsen ICEpower audio with external subwoofer? Or is it just a nice feature?

Also, slightly unrelated, does this model have the ICECool palm rest like the Q553?

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Do yo need the external subwoofer? When listening to music/videos, do you need the Bang & Olufsen ICEpower audio with external subwoofer? Or is it just a nice feature?

Also, slightly unrelated, does this model have the ICECool palm rest like the Q553?

MPreston · Accepted Answer

The subwoofer is a nice and compact feature but you don't really need it. The quality of the laptop is very good including sound.

I use my earbuds typically and the sound is awesome. It sounds great without the earbuds too, if you are listening to internet radio, mp3's, or on YouTube. I personally haven't used it much after I bought the laptop but I still have it on hand. 

You don't need it unless you feel like you want a little more umpf as you're working on the computer.

DJA411 · Answer

No, subwoofer is not required but does add some to the sound quality; but also has very short cord that makes it awkward to place or move if actually using as a laptop rather than in place on a desk.

CMTofTOLEDO · Answer

No. It's just a unwanted object to get in the way

Meow · Answer

It's just an added feature. It has good sound without but excellent sound with the subwoofers

“Do yo need the external subwoofer? When listening to music/videos, do you need the Bang & Olufsen ICEpower audio with external subwoofer? Or is it just a nice feature? Also, slightly unrelated, does this model have the ICECool palm rest like the Q553?”

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