Logitech Z-2300 THX-Certified 2.1 Speaker System with Subwoofer
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Customer Review: I bought another set in case anything happened to mine!!
Summary: 5 Stars
I've had these speakers for 6 months and have driven them hard. I love this system for 4 reasons I love these speakers: price, simplicity, quality and power.
Price: I fell in love with quality audio about a year ago and hate dealing with anything less. When I decided to buy new computer speakers I did my homework and tried hard to find something better for less than $200 or $300 for that matter. I couldn't, so I bought these and haven't regretted a day since.
Simplicity: There is nothing to mess with hardware wise. You simply plug in the speakers and they do there thing. Those who complain about a lack of mids just need to find the equalizer on their computer and play with it to find the right mix for them. Personally, I never had this problem and found the perfect mix by using the equalizer on my music player.
Quality: The speakers have enough power to recreate just about any sound well. I listen to everything from AC/DC to James Taylor to Mozart to Ice Cube and Eminem and everything comes out beautifully with the right equalizer adjustments. Again, I've driven these speakers hard for 6 months and have had no problems with the components breaking down.
Power: 200 watts RMS and 400 watts peak should tell you the story right there. These speakers have more power than many stock car stereo systems. With these speakers at 75% power you have no distortion and you will feel the bass in every part of your body. (and you'll probably be able to feel it in the next room depending on how thick the walls are) At 100% these speakers held (and may hold) the world record for 2.1 systems at 117 decibels (8 decibels more and your ears would physically hurt).
Why this system has been discontinued is a mystery to me. I would buy another set in case anything happened to mine if I had the money and I would recommend these speakers to anyone.
Customer Review: Best [...] speakers, with a small reservation.
Summary: 5 Stars
I own two sets of Altec Lansing computer speakers (2.1) 40 watts per. I liked them fine, but I wanted more. MORE VOLUME.
Thankfully, reviews previously submitted for the Logitech's convinced me that these were the ones for louder listening. Those reviews ARE correct.
However, I must admit, the Altecs beat them in sparkling high end reproduction, such as Cymbal taps & string picking etc...
Plus, The Logitech's are highly susceptible to listener fatigue. After much listening I was able to put my finger on how to work around the faults I have discovered.
I use BOTH systems together. The Logitech Speakers have more volume overall, so I use TWO altec lansing systems to equal the one logitech system.
Reason:
1.) Logitech system is more powerful overall and in bass.
2.) Altecs are crytal clear but lack the crank-it! power I was looking for.
There is another flaw which needs to be addressed.
The logitech system has an overpowering PEAK centered @ 1Khz, which causes severe listener fatigue if not dealt with.
I use an equalizer to reduce the 1000hz by 6 full db and I reduce 2khz by 2.5 db.
this has brought everything into a smooth well balanced performing set-up.
As a stand alone system, the Logitech system lacks the high end performance that I get from the Altec Lansing system. And without an Equalizer, turning UP the volume on the logitech system would be nearly impossible for me.
Merging both systems together has created a unique, smooth, powerful system which images stereo material very well.
If used alone the Logitech system could be enhanced in the high freq's by pumping up the equalizer above 12khz, to taste. Overall I must say that I am quite pleased with them, and enjoy them every day. At Full Tilt!
Customer Review: Get them cheap and rock on!!!
Summary: 5 Stars
I picked these up from Amazon when they were listing for $85 plus shipping and am very pleased after a couple weeks of use. The only other speakers I was considering were the Klipsch, but with the Logitechs going for $40 cheaper it was a bit of a no brainer.
I've listened to both the Logitechs and the Klipsch (my room mate bought the Klipsch), and the Klipsch seemed only to have the advantage of their tweeters, which produced a more bright/crisp sound. The z2300s, however aren't far behind on the highs, and they completely dominate on the lows thanks to the sub. Though the Logitechs may be a little heavy on the bass for some, your computer/media programs should have built in equalizers that can fix that issue.
The z2300s can go very loud without losing overall clarity. The wired remote is nice, and in my opinion I have enough wireless remotes so it's no problem that I have to be near the computer to change the volume (my comp has a remote anyway). They also match my Samsung 226cw monitor and Logitech DiNovo edge keyboard near perfectly and seem much more solidly constructed than the Klipsh. And for all the complaints of the speakers lacking in the mid range, if you do you're homework you'll find that all computers tend to suffer that issue (compression and encoding are the main culprits). You can pretty much always get a higher fidelity sound out of a home audio system that plays CDs or DVDs. So as far as computer speakers go; for the price, these speakers are awesome.
Also, I'm currently using the 15 day trial version of the SRS WOW sandbox program, which definitely improves overall quality and clarity throughout the sound-range. Not sure if I'll end up buying it for $20, but that prog plus the z2300s makes for a very high-quality computer audio experience all around.
Customer Review: Excellent Audio Equipment
Summary: 5 Stars
I originally was going to go with a set of 5.1 dolby digital surround speakers, but after talking with various people realized that my money would be better spent on a set of 2.1 speakers. I picked these because I was able to not only get free shipping, but at $93 it looked to be the best system for the money. I would compare the quality of sound output on these to the likes of Bose and other high end stereo manufacturers.
For people interested in a set of multimedia speakers, these are ideal for listening to music and watching TV/Movies. Most music and television is programmed/mastered to be heard on two channels, so it doesn't make much sense to listen to 2 channels of music through 5 or 7 speakers if you don't need to. If you're into gaming or watching really intense action films, you may find yourself yearning for more surround sound so that you actually feel like you're "in" the experience. In that case, these speakers are NOT for you, and you should invest in a 5.1 or 7.1 system.
These speakers are phenomenal. Amazing lows will blow your socks off, and crisp, clear highs will provide some high definition sound. I was initially concerned about the midrange, but found that by adjusting the bass levels, I was able to get more mid out of the speakers. The only real issue I have is the size of the sub and the remote bass knob/volume dial..that really should have been wireless. The sub fairly massive and clunky, and might be hard to conceal if you're concerned about aesthetics.
In summary:
PROS
- Great sound/range.
- Reasonable Price.
- Modern Look.
- Ideal for music/television.
CONS
- Clunky and oversized subwoofer.
- Wired Remote
- For gamers and avid movie watches you may want to opt for more surround.
Customer Review: Great with a Sharp Aquos HDTV
Summary: 5 Stars
All the reviews I read were from users with PC's, but this system will hook up to most TV's as well. We have 5.1 surround in another room for a different TV, but needed something to enrich the sound from our new Sharp Aquos LCD HDTV in the family room. The Aquos has only 2 X 10 watt side speakers. We really don't need full surround in this location or a receiver or a DVD since we are using a DVR set top box and can record movies in HD. So the Z-2300 is a very inexpensive terrific sounding solution.
The Aquos itself has RCA outputs which easily connect to the Z-2300 via RCA male to male cables [cheap at any Radio Shack, etc.} through a "Y" connector Logitech supplies in the box. The Aquos has a simulated surround sound option which sounds very good with the TV's speakers, but nothing special. Once the Z-23000 is hooked up the sound is pumped through the two Sharp speakers plus the left and right Logitech speakers and the Logitech subwoofer. What a huge difference it makes! The Z-2300's 40 watt side speakers plus the 120 watt subwoofer sound every bit as good as the high priced 5.1 system I have in another room. The lack of a center speaker is not noticable since there are now four speakers facing us. The sub is fantastic. The only thing lacking are two rear speakers, but the sound without them is so realistic I hardly miss them. The only problem is that the way the Aquos is configured. In order to select the simlated surround sound option, the TV's remote can only control the TV's speakers. The only way to control the Z-2300's speakers is through their own wired remote. But that's a small price to pay for the tremendous difference the simulated surround sound makes through the Z-2300's speakers. It's sort of embarrasing not to have sound as good as the Z-2300 when watching HDTV.