Some good speaker systems

[pga1234]

There are lots of speakers out there. It can be tough trying to find the best ones for you. I have put together some of nicer ones in each price range ($0 - $50, $51 - $75, $76 - $125, $126+).


$76 - $125

Bose Media Mate Indigo Blue powered speakers - Get ready for Bose-quality sound from your computer or portable player! MediaMate® speakers use patented Bose technologies to produce audio that's rich and natural. Integrated signal processing and compression technology deliver lifelike sound with full bass and minimal distortion. And Bose's spaciousness-enhancing design places you in the middle of an expansive soundstage — you'll be amazed at how wide an image these little speakers produce! Dual audio inputs allow you to listen to a computer and a portable at the same time; you can even adjust the balance of sound between the two. A convenient front-panel headphone jack lets you plug in a pair of optional headphones for private listening.

US - $99.00 Without shipping

Colors - Ice Blue, White, Indigo

One word can describe these speakers "Amazing!". They are un-rivaled by any other 2 piece speaker system. They speakers are very nice looking. The subwoofer power is incredible especially since they don't have a .1 channel. They are pretty compact therefore are very good solution to someone who doesnt have much space. Highly recommended for they're price range.

Dimentions -

Height - 7.5"
Width - 3.5"
Depth - 8.5"

Pros -

- Great Sound
- Compact for sound quality
- High quality construction
- Respected speaker company

Cons -

- $100 for 2 speakers is a bit pricey
- Sound adjustment is a bit awkward

US Residents - Ice Blue - $119.20 with shipping, White - $99.88 with shipping, Indigo- $99.88 with shipping.

Altec Lansing 2100UA 3 Piece 220V Speaker System - 40W Total system power. High performance micro drivers. Aluminum coned neodymium micro drivers for unpredcedented signal accuracy. Ported dual sub-woofer drivers. You get exceptional low frequency from dual, front firing, long-throw drivers that are loaded in a solidly built wooden cabinet. Digital controller with power on/off and master volume; simply sit back and enjoy the experience. Total connectivity easily connects to gaming consoles (with included AAC1 adapter), portable cd-players, MP3 players, PC's and other analog / digital sources. Cast alloy stands designed for stability and performance.

US - $92.81 Without shipping

Colors - Black w/ Silver trim

Great speakers. Very slim design while maintaining great sound quality. The sub-woofer is nice while still being compact, It creates amazing bass. Very nice speakers if you are looking for a 2.1 system.

Dimentions -

Speakers:

Height - 7.3"
Width - 2.2"
Depth - 2.5"

SubWoofer:

Height - 12"
Width - 6.5"
Depth - 13.5"

Pros -

- High quality sound
- Powered subwoofer
- Slim design
- Remote

Cons -

- Remote wire can get easily tangled
- Speakers arent as powerful as other 2.1 systems

US Residents - Black w/ Silver trim

Black w/ Silver trim - $119.31 With Shipping.

Altec Lansing 4100LA 5 Piece 110V Speaker System - Altec Lansing 4100, boost your audio and video experiences with great sound and stylish looks. It includes a dual subwoofer and four satellites, the best choice to enhance CD and DVD playback on your PC, or connect to your gaming console.

US - $86.00 Without shipping

Colors - Black w/ Silver trim

Great speakers. Very slim design while maintaining great sound quality. The subwoofer is nice while still being compact, It creates amazing bass. Very nice speakers if you are looking for a 4.1 system.

Dimentions -

Speakers:

Height - 7.3"
Width - 2.2"
Depth - 2.5"

SubWoofer:

Height - 12"
Width - 6.5"
Depth - 13.5"

Pros -

- High quality sound
- Powered sub-woofer
- Slim design
- Remote

Cons -

- Remote wire can get easily tangled
- Speakers arent as powerful as other 4.1 systems
- 2.1 Version of these speakers are much more powerful

US Residents - Black w/ Silver trim

Black w/ Silver trim- $108.75 With shipping.

Logitech Z560 400W 4.1 Sound system W/3D Matrix - The Logitech® THX® certified Z-560 4.1 surround system provides 400 watts of awesome power for PC games, music and DVD's. The brute force subwoofer design delivers huge, room-thumping bass while the revolutionary satellite drivers enhance mid and high-range tones. The SoundTouch™ Control Center lets you "Fine Tune" your listening enviroment with seperate controls for volume, fader and bass.

US - $122 Without shipping

Colors - Black w/ Silver trim

Awesome power stuffed into these small speakers. "Room-thumping bass" is not just advertising, it's incredible. The "SoundTouch™ Control Center" is very nice when trying to fine tune your audio. These are very nice speakers. I would say one of the best 4.1 systems.

Dimentions -

Speakers:

Height - N/A"
Width - N/A"
Depth - N/A"

SubWoofer:

Height - N/A"
Width - N/A"
Depth - N/A"

Pros -

- Very powerful
- Powerful Subwoofer
- SoundTouch™ Control Center is very nice
- Not very big speakers

Cons -

- Control panel area can get messy

US Residents - Black w/ Silver trim

Black w/ Silver trim - $136.74 With shipping.

Well those are some of the best speakers that I found for the price range of $76 - $125. I will start working on some of the other price ranges. Enjoy :thumb:

[ReSpAwN DeMoN]

The Z-560's are the nicest ones on that list. And in my opinion might be for a while. Until technology gets a little better. The Z-560's only competition is probably only the the Altec Lansing 641's. As the Klippsh speakers are similar quality for twice the price. But I'm sure the quality is noticeable.

Also I read a few reviews on the Z-560's you should probably change the Z-560's con to the control panel where you adjust the volumn as I heard its not exactly the neatest thing that you could put on your desk. I heard that all the cables from the speakers actually meet in this control panel.

[pga1234]

Done :thumb:

The logitechs are definately better than the Altec's. But the Bose speakers were out of this world. I am going to buy them over the logitech's. At Best buy they had both set-up side by side. The Bose speakers blew em away...

[ReSpAwN DeMoN]

Cause Bose is the best when it comes to speakers. Corvettes use them as the sound system. Camaro's used to use them but for some reason use Monsoon now. Monsoon I guess is good as well. Cause they sound amazing.

[pga1234]

Yeah Bose is one of the best. I just can't believe they are only $100...

[Harbinger]

so far all my posts have been about the 641 but that's just about only thing I know of use ;)

I would go with a 4.1 speaker system just because it really improves gaming and even listening to music. I find it's a lot better to be immersed in the music, having it coming from all around. This also makes DVD's much nicer as you can imagine. As for z650 vs. 641, I'd go 641, that's what I did and no complaints, great combination of power and clarity.

[Mr.Tweak]

I'm hoping Altec Lansing come out with a 6.1 speaker system soon to go with the Audigy2! :)

[saidin]

I am going to get the Logitech Z560 also. I am just debating if I should since I live in an apartment with a cranky neighbors....who ***** about the slightest noise we make!! Idiots. I think I might buy the speakers and just hook up the subwoofers of my old speakers and the Logitech Z560 and from my cd player...play some bass and drum music for a couple hours straight to piss them off. heheheheheheh! :thumb: :thumb:

[Raven]

Ahem.. Klipsch Promedia 5.1's.

Need I type more? Since my computer is my entire media station (DJ/Music, Movies, TV, Games) I have no problem shelling out the money for those bad boys.

I have very sensetive ears.. one of those x-band nerds LOL. What might seem like a small decrease in quality sounds like breaking glass to me! Just one of those things, I guess. I just wouldn't settle for the Logitech Z's..

[ReSpAwN DeMoN]

Originally Posted by Mr.Tweak

I'm hoping Altec Lansing come out with a 6.1 speaker system soon to go with the Audigy2! :)

That would be nice but I read somewhere that the human ear can't even tell a difference. Especially when it comes to 7.1.