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- Best 2.1 computer speakers Logitech Z-4 *Est. $65
- Best computer speakers for music Audioengine 2 (A2) *Est. $200
- Best surround-sound computer speakers Logitech Z-5500 *Est. $275
- Best value 5.1 computer speakers Logitech G51 *Est. $115
- Budget surround-sound PC speakers Logitech X-540 *Est. $60
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Best surround-sound computer speakers
- Loud and powerful
- Good bass
- Great for games and movies
- No distortion at high volumes
- Requires a sound card
- Bass can be overpowering
- Expensive
- Susceptible to interference
Reviewers praise the power and sound quality of the Logitech Z-5500 computer speakers. This 505-watt system is THX-certified, and it has five satellites and a subwoofer for true surround sound, making it the premium choice for games and movies. You may need to adjust bass with equalizer settings, though, for balance across the ranges, and it's important to have a quality sound card. Some owners get popping noises from other devices (including lights) on the same electrical circuit as the Logitech Z-5500. The speaker system is pricey, however. If you are on a tighter budget, many say that Logitech's less powerful G-51 (*Est. $110) 5.1 speakers are an excellent alternative, especially for smaller listening areas.
The Logitech Z-5500 speaker system doesn't lack for attention and is covered in depth by PCMag.com, CNET, DigitalTrends.com and Australia's GoodGearGuide.com, though some of those reviews are now fairly old. Plenty of owners have posted reviews on Amazon.com and Newegg.com.
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Don Labriola calls the Logitech Z-5500 the "ultimate 5.1-channel speaker system" and awards it four stars out of five, with some criticism about its default bass settings. He enthusiastically recommends it for games and movies but advises music lovers to beware.
Review: Logitech Z-5500 Digital, Don Labriola, Jan. 21, 2005
2. CNET
In this older report, Nathaniel Wilkins gives a glowing review to the Logitech Z-5500 speakers, despite their high price tag. He wishes the subwoofer were a bit "tighter" and that midranges were stronger, but he still describes the performance of this speaker system as "near-perfect."
Review: Z-5500 Digital Speaker System, Nathaniel Wilkins, Nov. 22, 2004
The Logitech Z-5500 surround-sound speaker system gets an Editors' Choice award from Brandon King, who says, "The sound signature is accurate, clear, crisp and expansive." He has some minor complaints about the unit's design, and he would have liked a smaller subwoofer.
Review: Logitech Z-5500 Review, Brandon King, Dec. 3, 2007
This Australian gadget review site says the Logitech Z-5500 computer speaker system is great for games and movies. Andrew Kliem found bass heavy, though, and agrees with others who say that these speakers might not be the best speakers for certain types of music.
Review: Logitech Z-5500 Review, Andrew Kliem, March 17, 2006
5. NewEgg.com
More than 1,200 owner reviewers combine to give the Logitech Z-5500 PC speakers a five out of five composite rating. Some feel midranges get short shrift, but bass response is excellent for games and movies.
Review: Logitech Z-5500 505 Watts 5.1 Speaker, Contributors to Newegg.com
6. Amazon.com
More than 550 owners have written reviews of the Logitech Z-5500. Most are extremely pleased with their performance. Some report interference from other electrical devices, including lights that are on the same circuit as these speakers, but performance quality isn't affected.
Review: Logitech Z-5500 THX-Certified 505-Watt 5.1 Digital Surround Sound Speaker System, Contributors to Amazon.com
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