Logitech X-530 5.1 Speaker System

If you're looking for an entry level 5.1 speaker set-up, look no further. This is by far the best sound value for your money. This system doesn't have the amazing power of the Z-5500 or the Z-680, but then again, you're only paying around $55 market price (MSRP $79.99) versus $300 ($399 MSRP). You'd be hard pressed to find a better 5.1 build for under $150. I was pretty impressed with its overall performance. The satellites aren't super crisp and clear, but they sound pretty rich and full. I wish the high frenquencies were a little better defined, but I'm being nit picky. The bass is not bone-shaking, but it's tight and well rounded without that clangy sound associated with smaller, less expensive subs. The overall sound is clean and rich and they make very efficient use out of the rated wattage. When playing music, the sound field comes alive with lush sounds. When gaming, the sound puts you well into the environment, with everything sounding "realistic." As for DVD's, the x-530's shine! I can't believe these speakers are so cheap for how good they sound! I bet a few years ago, something like this would have retailed for closer to $200... If you don't have the budget for the high end systems, this is definitely a great alternative. *note* you must have a 5.1 source like an Audigy 2 card to be able to get sound from all the speakers. Make sure all the wires are connected properly. And if you don't have Dolby Digital, well, you just don't know what you're missing... I would say that Dolby Digital is almost as big a step from stereo to 5.1 as mono to stereo was... You'd be AMAZED by the discrete surround imaging (separate sound coming from each speaker), and this system delivers beautifully!

I've never owned a surround sound system before this. And now I don't think I can go back to the old school stereo again. The subwoofer has terrific sound and gets really high! I can shake my whole house! Pros: -Great Sound -Sleek cool look -Compact -Comes with RCA adapter -Speakers all swivel so they can be wall mounted Cons: -Mainly for PC only (but works fairly well with TV's) -Wattage isn't all that high -No immediate line in (so you can't hook your MP3 player up and get SRS right out of the box) I've heard a bunch of people say that the cord's for the rear speakers aren't long enough. I disagree. They are at least 12 feet long and if you need something longer than that you should move up to a home theater system rather than a PC kit. Note: To experience these speakers to the full, you will need to have a good sound card (5 or more ports) otherwise the rear and center speakers may not work. You will probally also need to setup the sound card to use 5.1 sound. This can be done through the control panel->sounds and devices->advanced and if this doesn't work you'll need to use the software that comes with your sound card and adjust speaker setting to 5.1. I have a realtek soundcard and found it in the control panel under the name "sound effects manager." Overall, this is the BEST 5.1 set for under $100. I'd venture to say that because of it's low cost it's the best PC stereo set out there costwise. If you buy a 6.1 or 7.1 system you won't get that much of a sound improvement other than volume. And for a small room, this thing can crank it out enough to hurt your ears!

Impressive. Very Impressive. I own a lot of high end seakers & equipment includin BOSE, JBL, & Boston Aqustics and I cant say how impressed I im with this system. I hooked this up to my laptop and what can I say the sound is amazing dare I say almost as good as the higher end stuff. This syystem is perfect for a small room and totally ROCKS on any thing i have hooked up to it (PC, DVD, CD,MP3) and yep I even hooked it to my up to compliment my higher end equipment and i am Just amazed. There are a few minor things (like cable lenth) but nothing too serious to mention. You donot have to spend hundreds or thousands of dollars or go to trendy stores to get "brand Names" for a quality 5.1 system. Logitech has made this affordible for every one and it is a system you can be proud to own. I only wish I found these gems a lot earlier. I cant speak highly enough of this system. Real quality from top to bottom and will satisfiy almost every audiophile. Deep rich bass, crystal clear audio... Do not miss this system you will not reget it. Way to go Logitech!!! One of my all time favorite purchases from amazon.