Computers have penetrated just about every area of home entertainment. Everything from watching movies to listening to music to playing cutting edge video games takes place on the PC. While high-definition monitors can greatly improve the appearance of the media, find the best PC speakers for top notch audio can be a bit of a challenge. The real challenge of audio is that every person has a different expectation and definition of quality sound, which makes sampling any PC speaker system prior to purchasing a complete necessity. Here is a look at five of the best PC speakers:
Logitech Z506 5.1 Surround Sound Speakers
The Logitech Z506 5.1 Surround Speaker system is a six speaker audio system. The system is made up of a center channel speaker, four satellite speakers, and a powerful subwoofer. The system is compatible with a wide range of devices thanks to the standard 3.5mm input. The 3D stereo sound delivers lush and vivid sound, and the independent bass control keeps vases from vibrating off of tables. The Logitech Z506 is available at Best Buy or best buy.com for $99.99.
Creative Labs 2.1 Multimedia Speakers
The Creative Labs 2.1 Multimedia Speakers are available for $49.99 at Costco or Costco.com. This system consists of two satellite speakers and a subwoofer. The subwoofer has an independent volume control allowing for a high degree of customization, as far as bass and lows are concerned. The two satellite speakers offer a great volume level, especially from a system in the fifty dollar price range. Just about everything sounds great with the Creative Labs 2.1 Multimedia speakers.
Bose Companion 2 Series II Multimedia Speaker System
The Bose Companion 2 Series II Multimedia Speaker System is available at Target for $99.99. The quality of sound that comes out of the twin speakers in the Bose Companion 2 Series II speaker system is likely superior to just about any other two speaker system. The highs are clear and the lows are pulse pounding, but one of the real treats on this system is the dual input design, which allows two devices to be connected simultaneously. That means no juggling cables and inputs trying to switch from PC to MP3 player. While the price is a bit high for a system without a subwoofer, they really do deliver top level performance.
Logitech Z523 Speaker System
The Logitech Z523 Speaker System features a three speaker design with two satellite speakers supporting a subwoofer. The Logitech Z523 is designed for 360 degree sound, which means the audio is crisp and clean no matter where they are positioned, even from the back of the system. This a great system that makes every song, game, and movie sound terrific, and even features dual inputs for easy device playback selection. In addition, the controls are located on one of the satellite speakers, which makes for easy adjustment of volume. The Logitech Z523 Speaker System is available from Walmart or walmart.com for $87.84.
Logitech Z323 2.1 Channel Speaker System
The three speakers included in the Logitech Z323 2.1 Channel Speaker System are two satellite speakers and one subwoofer. With 50 Watts of peak power this is one system designed for anyone that likes to listen to music at a high volume, as it can really start to shake the paint of the walls. Since the Logitech Z323 2.1 Channel Speaker system retails for $52.99 at Best Buy or best buy.com, it makes a great system for students and just about any office. The wired control pod makes making volume adjustments easy without having to open a menu or touch the keyboard.
