LogitechZ623 400 Watt Home Speaker System, 2.1 Speaker System - Black

Tonight, I got a scare -- these speakers, which I've loved for the short time I've had them (i.e., since mid October), sounded tinny and thin. I checked the connections. I rebooted the computer. Still tinny. Then, it occurred to me (my mind must be slowing down) that no speaker problem would speed up the music. Aha! It was my Enounce program -- a program that lets you listen to audio at up to 3 times its normal speed. I had it set for 2X normal speed after listening to a tutorial by a drawling presenter. I set it back to 1X the recorded speed and, voila!, the music was back.So, since I had found myself more than willing to write a damning review of the longevity of these speakers, I felt it only fair to write a review of just how good they are. So, that's why I'm adding yet another 5-star review of these things.What's not to love. Their sound is outstanding. You can set the bass levels to where you want them -- and the bass is not that terrible boomy stuff of boom boxes and miserably made speakers. It is, rather, crisp and unobtrusive. The mid-range is clear. And, for all my aged ears can still discern, the highs are there. (Alas, when younger, my hearing test for the Air Force had my hearing right up there with dogs. Well, not quite. I couldn't hear a dog whistle. But, I could hear the highest tones that the hearing test provided making my line slightly above the chart. Now, I know, some of the higher frequencies are lost on me.)Volume is no problem. While those who are deaf and those who aspire to become deaf may not find the higher volumes sufficient, most who would rather hear music rather than test their pain tolerances should be quite happy with these.Could they be better? Well, perhaps I might welcome both: a) left-right balance controls and b) a remote. The former can be handled by software that's already on your computer if you go hunting for it. The latter is for those who build up a heckuva lot of static electricity while sitting on a cold winter's night. I'd rather discharge it on the remote than risk zapping the speakers. That age thing, alluded to already you may have noticed, might at any time get me to forgetting to discharge any built-up charge on the case of the computer instead.You could spend a lot more and do a lot worse (sorry Bose). But, why?My musical preferences: jazz, classical, some folk, and a handful of individuals who fall into none of these categories. So, if you're interested in hard rock or the alleged thoughts of rap "artists," you may well want to move onto another review.With computer speakers, it has been my experience that few last for all that long. But, these do appear to be made well. So, I'm optimistic that they will continue to perform well for some time to come.==========================================================================Unrelated tip: That Enounce program is a freebie and well worth installing if you take courses or listen to tutorials or simply want to race through ads that won't allow you to skip them. It does a good job of speeding things up without making the voices sound like Mickey Mouse after he inhales helium.=========================================================================Another unrelated tip from John Templeton (a legendary investor): The fastest way to double your wealth is to double your gratitude. Without gratitude, there is no possible perception of wealth.

I've been listening to this system for a little over one month.For MANY years I had used the Boston BA745 2.1 speaker system with my computers. It was a system Gateway supplied with their computers (yes, that was long ago in a computer galaxy far, far away). They finally reached the end: the sub woofer would cut out, the left speaker volume would cut in half, wires had to be jiggled, subwoofer kicked, etc.I researched for months to find replacements. I asked for recommendations on Facebook. I read review after review on the internet. I narrowed it down to either the Klipsch ProMedia 2.1 THX system or the Logitech Z625 THX 2.1 system. I sent Klpisch a question via email...and I'm still waiting for an answer. After a week of waiting, I decided Klipsch didn't want my business, so I ordered the Logitech Z625 THX 2.1 system.I did not think any system would be notably better than the BA745 2.1 system. I couldn't have been more wrong! The first song I listened to on the Logitech Z625 THX 2.1 system was Paul Wilbur's "Worthy." Oh, wow! The bass this system puts out is stunning; I'm hearing low notes the previous speakers NEVER produced. I am hearing instruments on songs I had previously not heard. The improvement is beyond stunning. I have listened to a variety of musical styles and everything sounds amazing (keep in mind that speakers can only produce the quality of the original recording; a cheap recording and a lousy, imbalanced mix down in the studio cannot be overcome by any speaker system).The all around sound is outstanding. The bass has a deep, flowing, intensity instead of a cheap, thumping produced by low-quality, inefficient speakers. MId's and high's are very distinct; as mentioned, I'm hearing instruments - and vocal parts - not previously heard.Setup was extremely easy. Out of the box, the bass level was set slightly past 12:00 and I have not changed it (I thought I might have to turn it up, but it is excellent at the present setting). The volume can be turned up LOUD!! I haven't turned it up past 11:00, at that has been plenty (I usually have it about 9:00 or lower). I have no doubt this system would be very adequate for any sized room in a house.This system cost more than I had hoped to spend but compared to numerous other systems, this one is worth it. I highly recommend the Logitech Z625 THX 2.1 system to anyone shopping for computer speakers.

Big Sound, Simple SetupThe Logitech Z623 2.1 system really surprised me with how much presence it delivers for the price. Setup was plug-and-play—just connect the subwoofer to the satellites and plug into your audio source. No need to fuss with drivers or special software. The system looks understated in matte black, which helps it blend in on a desk or in a living room.Where it shines is sound. The subwoofer is powerful—bass notes hit with punch without getting sloppy, even when I cranked it up for movies and gaming. Dialogue and mids stay clear, and the satellites have enough treble to keep music bright without being tinny. For music, it feels balanced; for games and movies, the low-end rumble makes it immersive. It definitely fills a medium to large room without breaking a sweat.Things to keep in mind: the controls are located on the right satellite (volume, bass, headphone jack, and aux input), so you’ll want that speaker within reach. There’s no remote, which may matter if you’re using it for TV in a larger space. Also, the subwoofer is big—make sure you have floor or shelf space for it.Bottom line: A great all-around 2.1 system that delivers big, theater-like sound without complexity. If you want powerful, room-filling audio that’s easy to set up, the Z623 hits the sweet spot.