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JBL - Spyro - 2.1 Speaker System (Fuchsia)

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(4.5 out of 5)

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15 of 15 people found the following review helpful:
(2 out of 5)

Look cool, sound OK, but volume keys don't work at all

Jun 8, 2008 - By Shazam

I bought these speakers because they looked so cool. Very innovative design. The sound is pretty good, but not great -- decent highs, but the bass from the subwoofer isn't as strong as I would like. Based purely on the design and sound, I would recommend these speakers to others.

But I cannot recommend these speakers since they have a "fatal flaw". JBL really messed up when they made the volume buttons touch sensitive. Interesting concept, except that they don't work AT ALL. I can't raise or lower the volume, or mute the speakers. I'm stuck listening to everything at the default volume level. In reading some blogs, it turns out that others are experiencing the same problem that I am. Sounds like a fundamental design flaw in the product.

I applaud JBL's effort to bring some style to the PC speaker market, but they went too far with the volume keys, putting form ahead of function.

8 of 10 people found the following review helpful:
(5 out of 5)

Amazing sound

Aug 29, 2007 - By Emilio (Mexico City)

When I bought these JBL I expected really good quality, but I got something even better, the sound is very crisp, the bass is perfect, the sound is just great to fill not just the room, even the garden next to the computer room is full of music. Great product, completely satisfied.

4 of 5 people found the following review helpful:
(5 out of 5)

The Spyro is great

Jan 26, 2008 - By happy spyro owner (virginia)

I love my fuchsia Spyro speaker system. It is so fun to use and great to look at. The sound is excellent especially the base. I have used my Spyro with my new third generation i-pod and it is fabulous. The system can handle a pretty large space and is perfect for smaller spaces as well. Initially I found the volume control on the speaker to be a bit temperamental but with some practice I am able to set the volume without a problem. My only complaint is that the system is so unique people are distracted by its appearance which makes it difficult to teach my yoga class. I may have to hide the speakers!

3 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
(5 out of 5)

Volume Control Issue

Aug 10, 2008 - By James A. Collard (Pacific Palisades, California USA)

In response to Shazam's complaint that there is no volume control on his speaker system, although the complaint is valid in terms of design and using the "touch" system serves only to increase the volume, the volume may be decreased via the + (plus) - (minus) audio keys on your computer keyboard. I find it is easier to employ the keyboard, as it is right in front of me, instead of reaching over to the speaker to raise the volume. I hope this helps.

1 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
(5 out of 5)

JBL Spyro

Mar 24, 2008 - By Clint Hathcock (Dallas TX)

I am really enjoying the JBL Spyro speakers. They give some really good sound to my new MAC laptop.