If you are using standard windows applications you'll probably want to just leave the speakers at their default, when playing DVD movies you'll want treble cranked a little higher then bass and with games like Quake 3 Arena and Unreal Tournament you'll want the bass at a high level so you can add more life to all those rocket explosions. With multimedia being a huge part of today's computer systems, not every application requires the same treble and bass controls.
This is a much better setup then most computer speaker, which place the bass control on the hard to reach at sub. In addition to the standard volume control, Altec has also added treble and bass controls. Like most of Altec Lansing's product, the volume control is located on the right satellite making it convenient to easily change the volume to your preference. One thing I have always loved about Altec Lansing's computer speakers is their ability to think about ease of use.
With this type of speaker configuration, the ATP3 technically should produce a full range of sound over the more traditional mono-speaker style of its completion. The two microdrivers are situated in the upper part of each satellite, while the 3" mid/bass in housed facing downward in the base of each satellite. The ATP3's two satellites each consist of the following: two microdrivers (Tweeters) and a 3" mid/bass speaker. On the bright side they do list their amp specs correctly, showing the THD at the given power rating. Altec Lansing is a high end home speaker maker and to see them stoop down to using the same misleading specs as all the other computer speaker maker is disappointing. This is why Altec doesn't list the plus/minus dB scale for the frequency response. While the sub may be able to go down to 45 Hz, I doubt it can do it without any cone breakup. I'll be the first to admit the 45 Hz - 18kHz frequency response spec is nothing more than wishful thinking.
Driver (subwoofer): One long throw woofer
Drivers (per satellite): Two 28mm full range, One 3 inch mid/bass Besides it's sleek looks, the ATP3 has big sound in a small package. The ATP3 has a great sleek design and comes in any color you want as long as it's black. The ATP3 is not a Flat Panel speaker, it's a more traditional designed system that uses tweeters, mid-range and subwoofer speakers. Altec Lansing latest speaker creation is an answer to the cry of flat panel speakers.
Whether you're looking to build a new system, or upgrade an existing one a good speaker system should be on your list. No headphone jack or separate subwoofer volume control Slim profile design complements flat screen monitors perfectly. Separate controls for master volume, bass and treble provide flexibility in sound mix. Powered wooden subwoofer extends the low frequency response for realistic sound. Speakers are magnetically shielded to prevent monitor interference. Down-firing 3-inch mid/bass driver reproduces low-end frequencies for full, rich sound. Two dynamic microdrivers in each satellite deliver all the power and performance of a larger speaker. High quality, high performance three-piece system delivers powerful audio playback. The wooden subwoofer adds power and low frequency realism. This three-piece system dramatically enhances PC audio. The ATP3 design delivers powerful audio in a space saving shape. It is the perfect choice for a space-saving audio solution. The ATP3 is a stylish 3-piece system with a thin profile design.