best computer multimedia speaker

[surya_sapui]

dear guys, i want to know which is the best pc multimedia speaker , i want a best 5.1/7.1 sound system for my pc.pls suggest me a best speaker.

 

[The Sorcerer]

Budget? Which sound card BTW?

 

[desiibond]

Logitech Z5500D
Creative Gigaworks 5.1

 

[The Sorcerer]

Logitech z5500 are the worst speakers you can waste your money on. Its not worth it.

 

[desiibond]

^^ I#@$()@&#*@(#)(*$(^$#@)^*@

 

[The Sorcerer]

^^ What? If you hear amp+ speakers combo worth 20k or an AE5 with equivalently decent sound card, your conclusions wouldnt be much different from mine. 15k-20k is a lot of money especially for desktop speakers. Many people just buy speakers without auditioning and getting overwhelmed by volume and bass- not to mention the "bling" factor.

 

[moshel]

I agree with the sorcerer, 20k is not worth spending on multimedia speakers. but on the other hand, you dont get noteworthy equipment (amp+passive speakers) in 20K.

 

[pc_game_lover2004]

creative 5.1

 

[comp@ddict]

Best budget is Creative T6060 5.1 for Rs. 4000

And sound card - Sound Blaster Audigy for Rs. 1800

 

[desiibond]

There are few Onkyo setups that cost inside 20k. Dig out old thread and you will find few models.

 

[The Sorcerer]

AE5???

Audioengine 2 and audioengine 5. They are 2.0 audiophile speakers.

 

[damngoodman999]

Logitech z5500 are the worst speakers you can waste your money on. Its not worth it.

Dude did u really the hear the sounds of LOGITECH's Z5500 , first go & do that u wont say after that

 

[moshel]

There are few Onkyo setups that cost inside 20k. Dig out old thread and you will find few models.

Onkyo HTS 3100 I heard these, 5.1 channel speakers along with a AV receiver is not bad in 20k.

 

[The Sorcerer]

Dude did u really the hear the sounds of LOGITECH's Z5500

Yup I did. I comment when I see, hear and test it myself or tested by the trusted people I know- you'll be suprised .
He was using it onboard sound . But tested it someone's else auzentech prelude. He was impressed and claimed it "the best sound output ever" but he kinda sulked after listening to a pair of altec lansing mx5021 and klipsch pro gmx 2.1 system. Altec lansing mx5021 can be modded and has does give much better sound output. Logitech and edifier are more of boom rather then bass. In my books- z5500 is the best way to flush down so much money. I have seen dead logitech z5500 around many Indian tech forums- but as suspected it was user's fault since they connected it on a substandard/overcrowded surge protector. Its pretty obvious that logitech z5500 is an impulsive buy to have the "bling" factor. No disrespect to z5500 owners- but as said before anything above 15k is something audiophiles will buy. I did see many newbies do landing up with good old vintage combos- and some follow DIY. You need to understand- spending money isn't everything. You are investing something which is going to entertain you- not look good in your table for your guests.
I think desibond is talking about Onkyo HTS-3105 but I am not sure. The last time I seen advice from a good audiophile that HK AVR 133 and JBL SCS 140 sounds MUCH better for 25k. If I am not mistaken, I think old stock of logitech z5500 is for bit lesser then 15k and new ones are for 18k-20k.
BTW- where is the OP's reply. Is this thread allready from the OP's end .

 

[desiibond]

Onkyo HTS 3100 I heard these, 5.1 channel speakers along with a AV receiver is not bad in 20k.

yep. That's the one. I heard that it is awesome.

 

[anubisX]

Well, I guess the OP is from Kolkata and you know guys that limited products are available in Kolkata. What about Sonodyne speakers ? Have anyone used them ? What would be a good setup for watching movies and listening to music ? And what would be a good setup for PC ? As you know that none of the DVD Players recognize matroska (.mkv) files. From my POV, Logitech Z5500 is not that bad but it's definitely not for audiophiles.

 

[surya_sapui]

then what should i do guys, many things are not available in kolkata, as from many sites the no.1 pc speaker is logitech z5500.but matching auzentech sound cards are not available in kolkata.then what i do.what about GigaWorks S750 ?

 

[desiibond]

^^ order online from lynx-india or theitwares

 

[surya_sapui]

but which one i order from itwares, which one i will be ordered from itwares or from any other that will must be best pc speaker.

 

[The Sorcerer]

as from many sites the no.1 pc speaker is logitech z5500.

Heh . No1 in bad after sales support:
This guy M-jeri started with this
*forums.erodov.com/logitech-z5500/9391.html?highlight=z5500
but....
*www.techenclave.com/audio-zone/z5500-control-pod-lcd-issue-help-120881-3.html
*www.techenclave.com/audio-zone/z5500-dead-help-123637.html
*www.techenclave.com/consumer-electronics/z5500-sub-vs-wharfedale-sw150-morduant-111467.html
*forums.erodov.com/logitech-z5500-sony-20k-htbs/14231.html
and then the same guy....
*forums.erodov.com/cracking-z5500/15814.html
*forums.erodov.com/plz-help-logitech-z5500/9810.html
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There are more from chip forums but currently its under maintenance. One of them bought these speakers despite I told him that he was better off with a 2.1 speakers and a good sound card. He still bought it and regretted it. You need to mention your budget.