Logitech R-20 2.1 Speaker System
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Manufacturer: LogitechAudio: English (Original Language)
Platform: Windows XP
Model: 970153-0403
Product features:
- Product Type - Speaker
- Localization - English
- System Components - 2.1 Speaker System
- Audio Amplifier - N/A
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Customer Review: Excellent Value for the Money
Summary: 4 Stars
I was looking for an inexpensive replacement for my Logitech Z340 speakers(an excellent 3 piece speaker set, but that's another review) which gave up the ghost after about 5 years. I didn't want to spend more than about $25 because I don't listen to that much music on my home computer system. I did want something with more sound than just a couple of desktop speakers; I wanted a sub-woofer as well.
After reading the reviews, I selected the R-20 speaker set. Although the reviews were mixed, I figured for less than $20, I'd take a chance.
The short answer is, good speakers for the money.
While they don't have the clarity and depth of the Z340 system they replaced, they are more than adequate for basic desktop use and occasional listening to music.
At first, the tweeter-midrange speakers sounded a bit tinny and were missing the midrange that I had come to expect from a decent set of speakers. The sub-woofer (a very small and light unit for a sub) was also muddy and sounded like it was over powering the smaller speakers. As it turned out, I was over-driving the speakers, trying to play them louder than they were designed to be played.
Once I turned the volume down a bit, they sounded much better. I subsequently balanced the frequency bands with the graphic equalizer in Windows Media Player and brought out the missing midrange frequency. Much better.
Placement is also important with these speakers. They are not made for whole-room-sound. They are made for the immediate computer area, not 5 or more feet away. Place the subwoofer on the floor near your feet, under a desk if you have one. The small (and delicate feeling, I might add) desktop speakers should go to the immediate left and right of your monitor, right in front of you. Put them anywhere further away and you will not get the best sound from these speakers.
In summary, these speakers are not designed to be played at high volume. A little adjustment is required to bring out the midranges and balance the high and low frequency. Easy to do; it's not rocket science. They have a nice balance of sound once they are setup correctly. You will get very good sound for very little money.
Description of Logitech R-20 2.1 Speaker System
Sleek speakers with high excursion drivers optimize sound. - Ported wood subwoofer displaces more air for deeper bass. - Plug and Play Connects easily to PCs, CD and MP3 players. - Headphone jack for private listening. - Conveniently located volume control. - Shielded Satellites For use near PC monitor or TV.Digital Cameras & Photo Categories