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Logitech Z-2300

Manufacturer: Logitech Inc. Part number: 970118-0403

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CNET Editor rating:
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Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 293 reviews

Nov 2004

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Bottom Line:: If you're looking for a set of 2.1 speakers, buy these. It's as simple as that.
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Logitech Z-2300

price range: $99.99 - $133.00

Reviewed by: Tim Gideon
Edited by: Rich Brown
Reviewed on: 11/22/2004
Released on: 09/29/2004

The good: Outstanding audio quality; streamlined, efficient design; adapter for game consoles.

The bad: Upward-firing satellites not adjustable; hardwired cables.

The bottom line: If you're looking for a set of 2.1 speakers, buy these. It's as simple as that.

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Although they weren't perfect, we liked Logitech's old Z-2200 speakers an awful lot. We were a bit annoyed by their use of hardwired speaker cables instead of quick-connect jacks (a feature that has not changed), but the overall performance of the set was spectacular. And while we admit we were skeptical about the attempt to mess with a classic, Logitech's new Z-2300 2.1 speakers improve upon the originals more than we thought possible.

A lot of the core specs remain the same between generations. The Z-2300 retains the Z-2200's THX certification and speaker-frequency response (35Hz to 20KHz) and the subwoofer's 120 watts of floor-rattling power. The remote still offers headphone access and the standard sub and volume controls. Design changes abound, however, and they're more than just cosmetic.

Redesigned for a sleeker look, the speakers still utilize the same phase plug-style drivers (designed to even out frequency response). At 2.5 inches, the drivers are smaller than the old, mammoth 3-inch version yet offer the same amount of power (80 watts, or 40 watts per channel). We also found the outer casing visually appealing, with a chrome-and-black color scheme and removable black dust covers. The extra 0.75 inch shaved off their width is a helpful update for the cluttered-desk crowd--though it's too bad you can't adjust their upward-firing angle. This time around, Logitech has also included a video game adapter for all you console owners.

Our first test on the Z-2300 was musical. We checked out the Arcade Fire's MP3 "Wake Up" and loved the results. The opening guitar riff sounded crunchy and clear, with the subwoofer offering subtle and smooth low-end accompaniment. When the drums kicked in and the bass guitar followed, the bass never detracted from the speakers' excellent clarity in the mid-to-high frequencies, even at maximum volume. All the while, the set provided the kind of thump and low-end resonance most would associate with a great PA system at a live show. Unlike those on many 2.1 setups, the Z-2300's subwoofer seemed capable of providing stellar sound at both moderate and extreme bass levels.

The results for gaming were similar. The explosions and the spaceship rumbles of Escape Velocity: Nova showcased the Z-2300's subwoofer. For some ridiculous thunder, we turned the sub's volume to its max and blew up some enemy ships. The walls, the desk, and the floor shook with an intensity that quiet neighbors and coworkers will quickly learn to hate, yet even at this high volume, we experienced clarity in the middle and high frequencies with no distortion.

Watching chapter 34 of The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers DVD delivered an equal amount of pure joy. In this battle scene, every collision benefited from a tremendous thud, and the fall of every horse hoof came through with pristine clarity and a low-end bass from the sub that made us shudder. Amid all this low-frequency glory, the score and the dialogue were never obscured or overpowered. The Z-2300 may not be a proper 5.1 surround-sound kit, but its output sure sounds like movie-theater quality.

At $150, the Logitech Z-2300 speakers are an excellent investment. Our minor gripes about the wiring and the nonadjustable angle of the speakers are truly minimal when weighed against the audio's superb power and accuracy. Simply put, they sound magnificent.

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Manufacturer: Logitech Inc.
Part number: 970118-0403
Description: If you love music, you'll love the Logitech Z-2300, a 2.1 speaker system that combines everything you need in a sound system: THX -certified performance and quality, beautiful looks, and more than enough power to fill your room with great sound.

General
Product Type PC multimedia speaker system
Dimensions (WxDxH) / Weight Details Right/left channel speaker : 3.5 in x 6 in x 6.7 in, Subwoofer : 11 in x 15 in x 11 in
Speaker System
System Components Subwoofer, 2 speakers
Speaker Type Active
Nominal Output Power (Total) 200 Watt
Max (RMS) Output Power (Total) 400 Watt
Response Bandwidth 35 - 20000 Hz
Signal-To-Noise Ratio 100 dB
THX certified Yes
Audio Amplifier Integrated
Connectivity Technology Wired
Controls Subwoofer volume control, Volume
Speaker System Details
Speakers Included 1 x Subwoofer - 120 Watt - Wired, 2 x Right/left channel speaker - 40 Watt - Wired
Driver Details Subwoofer : 1 x Subwoofer driver - 8"
Connections
Connector Type 1 x Headphones
Miscellaneous
Cables Included Audio cable kit, Audio adapter
Remote Control Remote control - Cable
AV Furniture None

Power
Power Device Power supply - Internal
Battery
Type None
Manufacturer Warranty
Service & Support 2 years warranty
Service & Support Details Limited warranty - 2 years
PC Speakers (Extended Specs)
Battery type None
Cable(s) Included Audio cable kit, Audio adapter
Cables type Audio cable kit, Audio adapter
Component depth 15 in=6 in
Component height 6.7 in=11 in
Component width 3.5 in=11 in
Full contract period 2 years
Power Supply / Device Power supply Internal
Power device form factor Internal
Power device type Power supply
Service & support details type Limited warranty

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