Sometimes even the best companies falter. Logitech, with its new X-240 2.1 speaker system, is a perfect example of this. Although the $50 speakers certainly deliver decent sound quality considering their modest price, they have some seriously annoying flaws. First, the cables are hard-wired to the subwoofer, making it difficult to keep them out of sight. The worst offense, though, is a hum that is pretty noticeable at moderate volumes when the speakers are connected to a PC. The end result is a surprisingly ungraceful product from a company known for streamlined design and excellent sound.