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Great speakers, especially for the price, with good sound reproduction across music, TV, films and games. I would say the bass control is definately worth the extra cost over models that omit this feature as it allows for much greater versatility. For instance, you don't always want rumbling bass if your just watching the news but its nice to have the option with a film or music. The setup is nice looking but simple enough to be considered fairly discreet, especially the sub which is compact but effective. Overall I have been impressed with the package and would be nit-picking to suggest any improvements.

I was looking for some speakers for my desk which could provide a richer sound and also fill the room when I'm not sat at the desk. I'd been recommended the Logitech x-230 speakers and heard them for myself. I'd also seen the scores of rave reviews for them here on Amazon but I wondered if there might be a later model which improves on that design. A review I found on the net said that the Z4 speakers were slightly better and more detailed than the x-230 so decided to check them out. I've always been prejudiced against 2.1 systems with little satellite speakers expecting them to always sound harsh but having read all the rave reviews on here I decided it was worth the gamble especially when I found them at a bargain price. But, my prejudices were proved valid. You can get a nice rich and deep bass, far deeper and thumpier than is reasonable but at least with the Z4 you can set the bass to zero if you so desire. However the upper middle frequencies are very strident and the lower middle frequences somewhat lacking, resulting in a very unbalanced sound. You get deep bass, harsh upper middle and not much inbetween. Fortunately I had a graphic equaliser which I was able to put between the audio source and the speakers, allowing me to tame the worst of the harshness and create a smoother richer sound, however you can never fully compensate for the limitations of the speakers. As you move around the room the upper middle frequencies are always slightly too strident even if you get it sounding just right sitting in one spot. I can't help but wonder why Logitech didn't include a bit of circuitry to compensate for the harshness of the frequency output but maybe that would have made them too expensive for the target market of the Z4. The controls and extra line in are very handy and they have a very nice build quality and take up very little space. So yes, they are loud with no distortion and will fill the room with sound but if you're expecting a genuine hi-fi sound or even a vague approximation of one then I don't recommend these speakers. I know they don't claim to be audiophile speakers but reading some of the reviews on here you might be fooled into thinking they are.

Well, just received this 2.1 set today after only a 4 day wait for delivery. Straight out of the box, I noticed that the satellite speakers were a tad larger than I expected (are as wide as a 5 pound note) and although pretty sleak, were not nearly as good looking as my previous creative 3300 set (stolen last term! now discontinued). However,I was pleased with the square subwoofer that is smaller than most in this category but was still able to pack a punch. After an easy installation, I have so far been very impressed with the sound quality. More power than you will EVER need and did not distort the sound at all when blasted through the complex. Apart from above average treble, what has most impressed me is the incredibly crisp base from the sub that really stands out with any good base line (especially jazz). I have been accustomed to "muddy" base (not the technical term) when at high volumes but this sub remains in the clear.

Overall, not the most stylish set of speakers (still good looking though, don't be dissuaded!) but impressive in sound quality and superb bass. Also comes with a rather bulky dial that is great for adjusting volume/bass. Highly recommend!!

Aside: For the 2.1 category, focus on signal to noise ratio and less on pure output RMS power. Every setup will have enough juice to easily fill a room or two. Focus on SNR to target sound quality!

Surfed, Researched and Reviewed ALL brands at ALL prices of PC Speakers until blue in the face, as i always believe that you only get what you pay for at the end of the day!

Want my honest opinion for under £50 Quid?....GOB-SMACKED!!! The Z-4 Logitech 80w (2.1) is absolutely fantastic! No distortion,No Crackling, No background Hum,even when cranked up.. just pure crystal clear surround sound and gorgeous sexy soft deep Mega Bass (you just dont need 5.1 or 7.1 surround sound speakers) One lead simply plugs into back of PC and away you go.

The remote control (Bass, Volume & On/Off) is so simple and easy to use..no bending down under the desk!

Looks are really elegant, sleak and classy (no cheapo looking plastic parts). Speakers are surprisingly good quality (heavy and solid). Cant believe Logitech sell this for around £50.00!! It really gives my BOSE home entertainment system an run for its money!!

I would defy anyone to spend over £100 on a different system and claim it to be better quality,the Z4 can certainly stand and be counted!

I purchased these for my boyfriend's birthday, as he has recently bought a laptop. They are a breeze to set up - the two smaller speakers simply plug into the back of the bass speaker, and that connects through the headphones jack. Even I could set them up easily and I'm not very confident with setting up things on computers. The volume control has a headphone jack so you still have one should you want it. Although my boyfriend just disconnects the system from the socket on the laptop when he wants to use headphones so he doesn't use it.

He can also use the system with his TV as it also has a headphones jack. Perfect for when he plays his xbox! It is also worth mentioning that Logitech sell an adaptor should your TV not have the jack, although I haven't researched this myself.

The wires are a decent length but you will need extention cables if you want to lay the speakers out in the corners of the room. The cable between the bass and the laptop is a little over a metre by my estimate so it will have to be fairly close. We only just had enough length between the bass and the laptop - the cable was a little stretched.

As for the sound - awesome! I found the sound to be lovely and deep. As there is seperate dials for the volume and the bass you can adjust it to however you like. I recommend always having a little bass going as without it the smaller speakers sound somewhat flat. Beware as you may annoy your neighbours as it is very powerful! The room shakes!

I love the look of these speakers too. It shouldn't really count towards it but I can't help it! The speakers are sturdy and a decent weight, and feel good quality.

I also purchased a mains 2 to 3 pin adaptor after reading reviews that it came with a two pin plug. This one, however, came with a three pin plug so I didn't need it! So on that one it's up to you as it looks like it may come with either.

Overall I think this is a great product. Look great, sound great. My boyfriend of course loved them - he's a big fan of his music and laptop built-in speakers are never that good so I think I did a good job getting these! As speakers go they are fairly cheap which is always a plus. They sound great with everything from Queen to the game Gears of War!