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Creative Stage Air
Compact Under-monitor Soundbar for Computer, with Bluetooth®, AUX-in, and USB MP3
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Features
FIRMWARE UPDATE AVAILABLE: AUTO-OFF (BATTERY-SAVING FEATURE)
The Stage Air soundbar comes preinstalled with a battery-saving feature that automatically switches the soundbar off after 10 minutes of inactivity.
We have updated the battery-saving feature to switch off only after 6 hours of inactivity. To proceed with the firmware update, you may do so by following these instructions.
- Download the firmware update.
(Scroll to Firmware section, download the update for your platform.) - Copy the file into an empty USB drive.
- Unzip downloaded file on your USB drive.
- Ensure the soundbar is powered on and is in AUX mode (Green LED).
- Insert the USB drive with unzipped file into the soundbar's USB-A port.
- During the update, the soundbar LED may be switched off. This is normal. Please wait for 1 minute.
- After 1 minute, remove the USB drive and press the Power button to power on the soundbar.
- Delete all files on USB drive after use.
Simply follow the steps and instructions given for the update. If you need any assistance, do contact us at creative.com/priorityhelp.
In order to preserve the Stage Air's product quality, this battery-saving feature is not deactivated fully. This helps to preserve the battery life of your Stage Air in the long run, by preventing it from over-draining.
Overview
We've set up the stage for all your desktop audio needs.
Engineered with functionality and usability in mind, the Creative Stage Air is a compact, under-monitor soundbar for your computer. It features a sleek and minimalistic style that is designed to fit into any desktop settings. Custom-tuned to deliver impressive audio, the Stage Air also comes with a playtime of up to 6 hours for fuss-free music enjoyment!
Design
Perfect Fit Anywhere
Built to fit under a flat panel monitor (410 x 78 x 70 mm), the low profile, stylish design of Creative Stage Air makes it a perfect fit for any style and setting. It is conveniently powered by USB, minimizing clutter on your desktop and allowing for more valuable desk space while delivering great audio.
Audio
Deep, Loud, And Bold
Get immersed in the crystal-clear highs yet powerful sound at volumes belying its size! Creative Stage Air is tuned to deliver crisp, powerful sound with two custom-tuned full-range drivers. It also houses an oversized passive radiator that reproduces impressive bass without a subwoofer. This is the one audio enhancement you never knew you needed for your movies, music, and even games.
Connectivity
Up To 6 Hours Of Playtime
Enjoy wireless connection with the Stage Air via Bluetooth. The speaker also comes with a built-in battery that lasts up to 6 hours1 so you can play music without a power source. Your music continues to play even after your computer is off!
There is also a 3.5mm AUX-in jack that allows for universal compatibility across other analogue audio devices.
Plug and Play
The Creative Stage Air doubles up as a standalone music player! Using a USB mass storage device2, simply plug and play your songs via the USB port without connecting to another music device player.
Controls
Convenience at Your Fingertips
Specifically designed with usability in mind, the volume controls are conveniently located at the side of the soundbar for easy reach and hassle-free control.
MEET THE BIG GUY — CREATIVE STAGE
High Performance Under-monitor Soundbar with Subwoofer
Creative Stage features a high performance soundbar that delivers immersive, room-filling audio. The accompanying subwoofer provides the perfect enhancement for rich, thumping bass that reverberates throughout the room, alike the movie theatre!
LEARN MORE1 Based on moderate volume level. Actual battery life will vary with usage settings and environmental conditions.
2 Compatible with USB mass storage devices of up to 32GB, FAT32 format.
REVIEWS
Sound Guys
If you just need something to relay sound from your desktop on the cheap this soundbar has you covered. It gets fairly loud for its size and doesn't need to be relegated to the monitor station alone; rather this speaker can blend in nearly anywhere and can entertain a small group of friends, too.
8 / 10
Tech Radar
For $40 (£45, around AU$70) the Stage Air is less than a pair of headphones from most brands, and offers a serious update on the tinny-sounding computer speakers you're used to hearing. Sure, it's probably not the product that's going to replace the surround sound setup in your living room, but Creative is a company that excels at making products that punch above their weight.
PCMag
For the price, the Stage Air delivers solid audio quality, and if you truly want a soundbar under your computer monitor, it's one of the few we've tested. As long as you don't expect it to sound like a powerful, TV-sized soundbar, the Stage Air is a solid, wallet-friendly investment for a computer setup—or as a Bluetooth speaker that mobile devices can stream to.
4.5/5
Customer Reviews
So very impressed. The sound quality from this device is brilliant. I trusted my purchase from the start simply because it's a creative developed product but on receipt and first use, I was gobsmacked, considering its size, how awesome this little bar is. My plan was to keep it by the PC monitor but I've gotten accustomed to it's mobility. It's even in the shed with me when I'm working on something. It's like my little music pet. The various connectivity options make it easy to use right out the box though I'd suggest investment in longer cables if that's your connection option. Other than that, what a joyful, great sounding package.
L. W. Kin
Item received well packed. Sound produce was awsome for that price range.
E. Racine
This was a good basic sound bar. I'm using it in the garage for a blutooth speaker for my phone. The sound is ok. Better than the shelf stereo I had there. Mounted on a wall.
A Closer Look
Specifications
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Speaker Configuration
- One-piece, 2.0 system, Soundbar, Computer Speakers
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Connector Type
- Bluetooth®, Aux-in, USB Flash Drive / MP3 / FLAC, Battery
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Operating Temperature
- 0—45°C
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Dimensions
- 410 x 78 x 70 mm
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Weight
- Speakers: 910g / 2 lbs
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Cable Length (End-to-end)
- USB Cord Length: Approximately 0.5 m, 3.5 mm Cable Cord Length: Approximately 0.5 m
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Battery Life
*Actual battery life may vary with usage and settings., 6 hours
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Type
- Built-in Li-ion, 2200 mAh
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Charging Type
- Micro USB
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Drivers Configuration
- 2 x 2.25″ Drivers
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Frequency Response
- 80–20,000 Hz
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Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR)
- ≥ 72 dB
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Power Output
- Satellites: 2 x 5W RMS, Peak Power: 20W
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Bluetooth® Version
- 4.2
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Profiles
- (AVRCP) Audio / Video Remote Control Profile, (A2DP) Advanced Audio Distribution Profile
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Operating Frequency
- 2402–2480 MHz
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Operating Range
- Up to 10m / 33 ft*, *Measured in open space. Walls and structures may affect range of device.
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Wireless Codecs
- SBC
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Controls
- Volume: Yes
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Color
- Black
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Supported Platforms
- Windows PC, Mac, Nintendo Switch, Mobile (via Bluetooth®)
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Package Contents
- 1 x 3.5mm Stereo to Stereo Cable, 1 x Micro USB Cable
System Requirements
- 3.5mm stereo jack
- Bluetooth with A2DP stereo support
Macintosh
- 3.5mm stereo jack
- Bluetooth with A2DP stereo support
iOS
- 3.5mm stereo jack
- iPhones/iPads running iOS 7 or higher for Bluetooth
- Bluetooth with A2DP stereo support
Android
- 3.5mm stereo jack
- Phones/Tablets running Android 4.0 or higher for Bluetooth
- Bluetooth with A2DP stereo support
Package Contents
- Creative Stage Air
- micro USB Cable
- 3.5mm Stereo to Stereo Cable
- Quick Start Guide
- Warranty Leaflets
Warranty
1-year Limited Hardware Warranty
California Residents
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Lead, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
To meet the requirements of Proposition 65, it is our responsibility to notify consumers in the State of California that they can be exposed to chemicals that are known to cause cancer and/or reproductive toxicity. It does not mean that the product is in violation of any product-safety standards or requirements.
