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- Best value 5.1 computer speakers Logitech G51 *Est. $115
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Best value 5.1 computer speakers
- Good sound detail
- Price
- Great for games and movies
- Useful control pod
- Bass and high frequencies suffer at high volumes
- Short speaker cables
Reviewers say the Logitech G51 5.1-channel speaker system successfully delivers most of the performance of higher-end speakers but at a more consumer-friendly price. They don't have the superior sound quality of their more expensive sibling, the Logitech Z-5500 (*Est. $275), but sound detail is good for games and movies. They have plenty of punch at 155 watts of total system power, but reviewers say the quality of higher and lower frequencies may suffer if the volume is cranked up too high. The G51 speaker system comes with a useful control pod, but it may be a challenge to set them up in larger spaces because of short cables.
PCMag.com has a detailed write-up on the Logitech G51 PC speaker system. Techgage.com, Maximum PC magazine and Australia's GoodGearGuide.com also provide worthwhile reviews. A fair amount of owners posting at Newegg.com and Amazon.com give feedback on these speakers.
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Jamie Lendino gives the Logitech G51 speaker system four out of five stars in this detailed report. The speakers are great for games and movies, Lendino says, but they aren't the best for music because high frequencies can sound a little artificial.
Review: Logitech G51, Jamie Lendino, Jan. 16, 2008
2. Techgage.com
Rory Buszka compares the Logitech G51 computer speakers with Logitech's budget 5.1 system, the X-540. Though bass is "beefier," he's disappointed in the G51's music performance. He likes the control pod, though, and thinks the Logitech G51 is a good speaker system for gaming.
Review: Logitech G51 Gaming Surround Speakers, Rory Buszka, Oct. 31, 2007
Jesse Sutton feels that the Logitech G51 speaker system is a good value. It's excellent with games and movies, though "bass lacks some definition" and can get muddy on some music tracks. The control pod is also very handy.
Review: Logitech G51, Jesse Sutton, Oct. 26, 2007
4. MaximumPC.comDetails/Subscribe
Although Michael Brown admits that Logitech G51 computer speakers are a good value for games, he's disappointed with their performance on music tracks because of uneven bass response. He also criticizes the short length of the speaker cables.
Review: Logitech G51 Surround Sound Speakers, Michael Brown, Jan. 17, 2008
5. NewEgg.com
More than 180 owners give feedback on the Logitech G51 surround-sound speakers here, with around two-thirds awarding them a perfect rating. Most owners agree with most pros that this is an excellent value for gaming, but they may not be the best choice for music lovers.
Review: Customer Reviews for Logitech G51 155 watts RMS 5.1 Surround Sound Speakers, Contributors to Newegg.com
6. Amazon.com
Most posters on Amazon.com are satisfied with the Logitech G51 PC speaker system, giving it an impressive 4.5 out of five rating. Some owners feel midranges are weak, however, and several complain of short cables, especially on the rear speakers.
Review: Logitech G51 Surround Sound 5.1 Speaker System (Black), Contributors to Amazon.com
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