best computer multimedia speaker

surya_sapui · 08-03-2009, 12:29 AM

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 · 08-03-2009, 01:09 AM

Budget? Which sound card BTW?

desiibond · 08-03-2009, 02:30 AM

Logitech Z5500D
Creative Gigaworks 5.1

The Sorcerer · 08-03-2009, 08:44 AM

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

desiibond · 08-03-2009, 09:15 AM

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

The Sorcerer · 08-03-2009, 09:31 AM

^^ 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 · 08-03-2009, 12:33 PM

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 · 08-03-2009, 12:35 PM

creative 5.1

comp@ddict · 08-03-2009, 12:59 PM

Best budget is Creative T6060 5.1 for Rs. 4000

And sound card - Sound Blaster Audigy for Rs. 1800

desiibond · 08-03-2009, 01:10 PM

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

The Sorcerer · 08-03-2009, 01:50 PM

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Originally Posted by moshel

AE5???

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

damngoodman999 · 08-03-2009, 02:28 PM

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Originally Posted by The Sorcerer

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 · 08-03-2009, 07:17 PM

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Originally Posted by desiibond

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 · 08-03-2009, 09:19 PM

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Originally Posted by damngoodman999

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

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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

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desiibond · 08-03-2009, 09:33 PM

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Originally Posted by moshel

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 · 08-03-2009, 11:19 PM

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 · 08-03-2009, 11:36 PM

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 · 08-03-2009, 11:42 PM

^^ order online from lynx-india or theitwares

surya_sapui · 08-03-2009, 11:48 PM

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 · 09-03-2009, 12:09 AM

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Originally Posted by surya_sapui

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
http://forums.erodov.com/logitech-z5...ighlight=z5500
but....
http://www.techenclave.com/audio-zon...-120881-3.html
http://www.techenclave.com/audio-zon...lp-123637.html
http://www.techenclave.com/consumer-...nt-111467.html
http://forums.erodov.com/logitech-z5...tbs/14231.html
and then the same guy....
http://forums.erodov.com/cracking-z5500/15814.html
http://forums.erodov.com/plz-help-lo...5500/9810.html
==
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.

anubisX · 09-03-2009, 12:10 AM

Creative Gigaworks 750 will cost near around 27K. If you're ready to waste 27K for a multimedia setup, better get a good A/V receiver and tower speaker for 5-10K more. Would agree with The Sorcerer

surya_sapui · 09-03-2009, 12:40 AM

ok guys no more A/V receiver and tower speaker, not possible to buy at now, only multimedia speaker.till now z5500 is best on pc speaker from many sites reviews.my budget now 15k - 20k.

The Sorcerer · 09-03-2009, 12:50 AM

^^ My advice is as same as before. Altec lansing mx5021 or klipsch pro gmx 2.1 with asus xonar d2x or auzentech card. You can get the soundcard from primeabgb.com or lynx-india.com! I found certain issues with itwares that I prefer not to highlight it on a public forum.Rest is your call.

anubisX · 09-03-2009, 08:07 AM

Issues with itwares means you paid for something and then never got it ??? What about the two sites that you mentioned, are they trust-worthy ???

The Sorcerer · 09-03-2009, 10:30 AM

He doesn't give a proper bill. I have seen many people saying that he just doesnt give the bill. Some of the products he sell doesn't have distributor's sticker on the box which pretty much means he is into parallel import (that's how grey market stuff is imported inside the country) which is illegal. This is something that even McCann's and certain shops in lamington road do it. These stuff is not covered under warranty by the distributors. Hence- trouble. Cheap isn't everything.

surya_sapui · 10-03-2009, 10:24 AM

ok guys then i decide to buy Altec lansing mx5021 or logitech z5500.but i want auzentech sound card , any one knows where i find it in kolkata or where from i get it??

desiibond · 10-03-2009, 10:33 AM

if you are going for Z5500, I don't think a soundcard is necessary. z5500 comes with external dolby/DTS decoder. All you need to do is passthrough of audio signal from your mobo to the decoder.

btw, what is the model number of your mobo.