Creative Labs has expanded its popularity Pebble wireless speaker series With New.
Thanks to its tilted design and solid sound quality, the Pebble series has a loyal following. The Pebble Nova builds on that success with a sleek design and audio quality that sounds higher than its $279.99 price tag would indicate.
Pebble Nova is designed to deliver great sound, but in addition acts as a centerpiece in small spaces. With implementation coaxial speaker driversPebble Nova combines a tweeter and woofer in a single housing to make sure even sound reproduction across the entire frequency range.
For a greater listening experience, Pebble Nova may be paired with Creative Sound Blaster X5 (regular price: $279.99) external DAC/USB sound card/headphone amplifier.
Pebble family drivers elevated at a forty five° angle precisely direct sound to the user’s ears, creating a private and immersive listening experience. With the included stand, users can elevate the speakers for higher sound projection and a sleeker look.
The Nova also features RGB lighting that displays a wide selection of colours that may boost any party or social occasion.
Connectivity options include Bluetooth 5.3, USB and three.5mm AUX input.
WITH Creative application (Android, iOS), listeners have access to Creative Acoustic Engine’s proprietary audio technologies akin to surround, Smart Volume, Bass, Dialog+ and Crystal Voice, allowing users to totally customize audio and RGB lighting settings to suit their individual preferences.
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Comparison
Here’s a comparison between the Pebble Nova and Pebble X speakers
| Kamieństa Nowa | X pebble | |
| Price | $279.99 | $89.99 |
| Product type | Desktop Bluetooth speakers | Desktop Bluetooth speakers |
| Speaker configuration | system 2.0 | system 2.0 |
| Wireless connection | Bluetooth | Bluetooth |
| Wired connection | PD adapter, 3.5mm AUX input, USB audio (Type C) | Microphone input, USB audio, PD adapter (min. 30 W), 3.5 mm AUX input, USB power supply (USB-C, as much as 5 V 3 A) |
| Driver configuration | 1 x 3″ driver and 1 x 1″ tweeter per speaker arranged coaxial with 1 x passive radiator per speaker | Dual 2.75-inch full-range drivers |
| Frequency response | 55–20,000 Hz | 60–20,000 Hz |
| Signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) | ≥ 93 dB | Not indicated |
| Output power | 2 x 25 W RMS, peak power: 100 W | When connected to a pc’s USB-C port: as much as 15W RMS and 30W peak* When connected to a USB-PD power supply: as much as 30 W RMS and 60 W peak** Support for USB-PD 3.0 *When connected to a pc’s USB-C port** With a 30W or higher USB PD adapter (not included) |
| Assistive technologies | Surround Sound, Smart Volume, Bass, Dialog+ and Crystal Voice via the Creative app in your computer. | Sound Blaster acoustic engine, BassFlex, EQ, Dialog+ control |
| Bluetooth® version | 5.3 | 5.3 |
| Bluetooth profiles | (A2DP) Advanced Audio Distribution Profile | A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile) |
| Bluetooth codecs | SBC | SBC |
| Bluetooth operating frequency | 2402–2480MHz | 2402–2480MHz |
| Bluetooth operating range | Up to 10 m / 33 ft*, *Measured in open space. Walls and structures may affect the range of the device. | Up to 10 m / 33 ft*, *Measured in open space. Walls and structures may affect the range of the device. |
| RGB lights | Up to 16.8 million colours | Up to 16.8 million colours |
| Supported platforms | Windows PC, Mac, PS5, Nintendo Switch, Mobile (via Bluetooth®), PS4 | Windows PC, Mac, PS5, Nintendo Switch, Mobile (via Bluetooth®), PS4 |
| System Requirements (Windows) | Intel i3 processor or AMD equivalent Intel, AMD or 100% compatible motherboard Microsoft Windows 11, Windows 10 32/64-bit version 1903 or later > 4GB RAM > 4 GB of free hard disk space Available USB C port for audio |
Intel i3 processor or AMD equivalent Intel, AMD or 100% compatible motherboard Microsoft Windows 11, Windows 10 32/64-bit version 1903 or later > 4GB RAM > 4 GB of free hard disk space Available USB C port for audio |
| System Requirements (MacIntosh) | Macintosh with macOS 10.15 or later > 4 GB RAM, > 4 GB free hard disk space Available USB C port for audio |
Macintosh with macOS 10.15 or later > 4 GB RAM, > 4 GB free hard disk space Available USB C port for audio |
| System requirements (PS4/PS5) | Firmware version 5.0 or later for PS4 Firmware version 20.02-2.26.00.00-00.00.00.0.1 or later for PS5Available USB C port for audio | Firmware version 5.0 or later for PS4PS4 Firmware version 20.02-2.26.00.00-00.00.00.0.1 or later for PS5Available USB C port for audio |
| Nintendo Switch | Change the operating system to five.0 or later Available USB C port for audio |
Change the operating system to five.0 or later Available USB C port for audio |
| Other devices | Line out available, Bluetooth for audio | Bluetooth for sound |
| Charging type | USB PD input (power only): 65W, USB-C PD power adapter (included) | USB-C input (audio and power): as much as 5V 3A, USB PD input (power only): as much as 15V 2A |
| Operating temperature | 0-45°C | 0-45°C |
| Color | Black, white | Black |
| Dimensions (Every speaker) | 149.2 x 150.8 x 153 mm 5.87 x 5.9 x 6.02 inches |
139.5 x 132 x 136 mm 5.49 x 5.2 x 5.35 inches |
| Libra (Every speaker) | 1.89 kg (4 kilos and three ounces) |
600g (1 pound 5 ounces) |
| Package contents | 1 x Creative Pebble Nova 2 x 1.5 m USB-C to USB-C data/power cable 1 3.5 mm AUX input cable, 1.2 m long 2 x removable base and stand 1 x 65W PD Power Adapter (Single USB C Port) 1 x Quick Start Leaflet |
1 x Creative X Pebble 2 x USB-C to USB-C cable AUX input cable 1 x 3.5 mm 1 x Quick Start Guide Warranty 1 yr Limited hardware warranty |
Check full comparison of the entire line of Creative Pebble speakers.
Conclusion
Creative has a fame for producing revolutionary audio products without high price tags. The latest of these are the Creative Aurvana Ace and Ace 2 wireless earbuds that we reviewed.
The recent Pebbles Nova Bluetooth desktop speakers seem like one other low-priced product that features some practical features designed to enrich your PC and Mac setup, in addition to the ability to attach and pair with other audio components.
While it has Bluetooth and physical connectivity, the Nova is not as versatile (no Wi-Fi or aptX HD) as another desktop speakers from corporations like KEF and Audioengine.
Prices and availability
The price of Creative Pebble Nova is approx $279.99 (USD) and it’s available on Creative.com
