Computer Speakers: worth it?

[Table 5]

Im trying to find some form of audio output for our office, and am wondering what the best (cheapish) options are. Our space is about 500 square feet, and we would run all our music through itunes (most likely wirelessly). Obviously we don't need concert quality, but it would be nice to get the best audio possible.

Are there any option out there that outdo the $100-$150 you spend on computer speakers? I assume for that price there isn't much of an option, but I just wanted to make sure.

If computer speakers are indeed the best option, any particular brand or model that people here can recommend?

[OBCT]

http://www.logitech.com/index.cfm/speakers_audio/home_pc_speakers/devices/224&cl=us,en

Logitech Z-5500. As far as computer speakers go, these pretty much take the cake. They're compatible to mp3 players, computer audio outputs, or more conventional home audio systems, like standalone CD players... lots of input options.

They're very well regarded. Look for as many reviews as you can. They should be available from most audio and/or computer retailers, I'd think.

To give you an idea, here is a pricing comparison - in Canadian dollars - from a number of Canadian e-tailers (first link), followed by another reputable Canadian e-tailer (second link):

http://www.shopbot.ca/pp-logitech-z-5500-digital-logitech-price-10615.html

http://www.greennet.ca/logitech-speaker-z5500-digital-500w-thxcertified-dolby-digital-and-dts-retail-p-206402.html?ref=1&currency=CAD

[Stumptown]

I love my new Bose Companion 3 (http://www.bose.com/controller?url=/shop_online/speakers/computer_speakers/companion_3/index.jsp) speakers (about US$250). I've also got a set of JBL Creatures, and even though I'm not a total audio nerd, I can tell the Boses are better. I wasn't sold at first on the "puck" control, but sometimes it's nice to not have to go to the computer to mute or adjust the volume.

[GoinAllTheWay]

2nd Logitech. Have owned two seperate systems over the past 5 yrs and blown away by both. Planning on replacing my current set with the ones OBCT posted. These things POUND out the sound. Incredible how good they are. You won't regret that purchase.

[Boblobla]

I have the one OBCT posted and they are AWESOME.

[Burninator]

I have this Logitech 2.1 setup that I am quite happy with.

http://www.logitech.com/repository/331/jpg/2379.1.0.jpg

http://www.logitech.com/index.cfm/speakers_audio/home_pc_speakers/devices/250&cl=us,en

[Russic]

http://www.logitech.com/index.cfm/speakers_audio/home_pc_speakers/devices/224&cl=us,en

Logitech Z-5500. As far as computer speakers go, these pretty much take the cake. They're compatible to mp3 players, computer audio outputs, or more conventional home audio systems, like standalone CD players... lots of input options.

They're very well regarded. Look for as many reviews as you can. They should be available from most audio and/or computer retailers, I'd think.

...

I've heard about these often (around CP mainly, but still often enough to notice).

[FanIn80]

http://www.logitech.com/index.cfm/speakers_audio/home_pc_speakers/devices/224&cl=us,en

Logitech Z-5500. As far as computer speakers go, these pretty much take the cake. They're compatible to mp3 players, computer audio outputs, or more conventional home audio systems, like standalone CD players... lots of input options.

They're very well regarded. Look for as many reviews as you can. They should be available from most audio and/or computer retailers, I'd think.

To give you an idea, here is a pricing comparison - in Canadian dollars - from a number of Canadian e-tailers (first link), followed by one other reputable unlisted Canadian e-tailer (second link):

http://www.shopbot.ca/pp-logitech-z-5500-digital-logitech-price-10615.html

http://www.greennet.ca/logitech-speaker-z5500-digital-500w-thxcertified-dolby-digital-and-dts-retail-p-206402.html?ref=1&currency=CAD

2nd Logitech. Have owned two seperate systems over the past 5 yrs and blown away by both. Planning on replacing my current set with the ones OBCT posted. These things POUND out the sound. Incredible how good they are. You won't regret that purchase.

I've heard about these often (around CP mainly, but still often enough to notice).

If you get these speakers, it doesn't matter what you use them for... you will not be disappointed. They're seriously that good.

[Russic]

If you get these speakers, it doesn't matter what you use them for... you will not be disappointed. They're seriously that good.

Surround sound for home theater?

[Bobblehead]

I have had the set the OBCT posted for 2.5 years.

I won't hesitate to recommend them.

[GoinAllTheWay]

Surround sound for home theater?

Yes

[Dion]

I've got these Logitec speakers and they work great for me...

http://www.scarlet.an/store/images/logitech-X240.jpg

[GoinAllTheWay]

At the end of they day, I recommend pretty much anything made by logitech. Save for maybe that keyboard with the display built into it they releaesd a year ago or so, I hear that one didn't work out so well.

Mice, most keyboards, speakers. All top notch stuff.

[FanIn80]

Surround sound for home theater?

That's exactly what I'm using them for in my living room.

[keratosis]

If you want a set of 2.1 speakers, all you need are a set of
Logitech Z2300s. I own 2 sets , fantastic speakers.
You can pick then up at Staples for around $150 on sale.

[Esoteric]

I've got these Logitec speakers and they work great for me...

http://www.scarlet.an/store/images/logitech-X240.jpg

These speakers are alright. I have them, and they do a good job for the most part, but they pick up radio :(

[MissKat]

Logitechs are good but the subs are way too boomy and not very tight. Plus the speakers lack a tweeter so you get all highs and no mids.

Id recommend getting a receiver + Paradigm speakers + Paradigm sub

[3 Justin 3]

Logitechs are good but the subs are way too boomy and not very tight. Plus the speakers lack a tweeter so you get all highs and no mids.

Id recommend getting a receiver + Paradigm speakers + Paradigm sub

A receiver for computer audio? That would be intense when you get an error message. ERROR


You'd wake the neighbors up.

[GoinAllTheWay]

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lol

[FanIn80]

Man, especially when you connect that thing to a Windows box.




(had to) :D

[sclitheroe]

AudioEngine A2's. Simply phenomenal speakers for their size, you would not believe they can produce the sound they do.

[MickMcGeough]

AudioEngine A2's. Simply phenomenal speakers for their size, you would not believe they can produce the sound they do.
These are really well reviewed, know anywhere you could buy these in Calgary?

ETA: nm, audioengineusa.com has some reseller links. The Mac-based stores appear to carry them.

[sclitheroe]

These are really well reviewed, know anywhere you could buy these in Calgary?

ETA: nm, audioengineusa.com has some reseller links. The Mac-based stores appear to carry them.

I am super, super happy with them. I was worried the reviews were blowing smoke, but the speakers live up to the hype. I'd like to replace my receiver and 3-way stereo speakers in the basement with some A5's in the near future.

[QuadCityImages]

I've been quite happy with these (http://www.klipsch.com/products/details/promedia-ultra-5-1.aspx) over the years, but they don't make them anymore, so that makes Logitech the winner.

[MickMcGeough]

I am super, super happy with them. I was worried the reviews were blowing smoke, but the speakers live up to the hype. I'd like to replace my receiver and 3-way stereo speakers in the basement with some A5's in the near future.

Wow, sclitheroe, thanks for the recommendation. Picked up a pair of these today and they are incredible. I swear they sound better than, and almost as loud as, my mains in my home theater. At about 1/4 the size, if that.

At the same time I kinda hate you cause I never realized how terrible most of my MP3s sound... FLAC sounds outstanding though.

ETA: Holy F***ing S***

[NHL009]

http://www.logitech.com/index.cfm/speakers_audio/home_pc_speakers/devices/224&cl=us,en

Logitech Z-5500. As far as computer speakers go, these pretty much take the cake. They're compatible to mp3 players, computer audio outputs, or more conventional home audio systems, like standalone CD players... lots of input options.

They're very well regarded. Look for as many reviews as you can. They should be available from most audio and/or computer retailers, I'd think.

To give you an idea, here is a pricing comparison - in Canadian dollars - from a number of Canadian e-tailers (first link), followed by another reputable Canadian e-tailer (second link):

http://www.shopbot.ca/pp-logitech-z-5500-digital-logitech-price-10615.html

http://www.greennet.ca/logitech-speaker-z5500-digital-500w-thxcertified-dolby-digital-and-dts-retail-p-206402.html?ref=1&currency=CAD

I got these. I would get them for sure.