I waited several years before I purchased these. My Klipsch Promedia 5.1's bit the dust about 2 years ago, the infamous amp problem. I didn't really want to spend $300 on another set of computer speakers at the time, so I bought the Logitech G51's. They were pretty good speakers for the money. After owning them for 23 months, the rears stopped working. Logitech made good on their warranty, and I have a check coming for what I paid for those speakers, being that they don't make this model any longer. Figured now was the time to go ahead and get what I really wanted. I consider the refund a down payment for the 5500's. I saw the price here and at another retailers rise and fall, rise and fall again. One day, C*****t C**y puts these on sale here using the marketplace for a pretty good price, and even after the shipping costs, they were still cheaper than I have seen in years.
One thing I do not understand is why all of the high end sound cards for 5.1 and 7.1 speakers, when there are very few 5.1 computer speakers on the market anymore. These are the best 5.1 computers on the market now. These are not as good as my Klipsch were, but they are close. From most of the reviews that I have read, the longevity of these speakers is much better than the Klipsch ever were.
Now when these things land at your house, I hope you are strong, as the box is very large and heavy. As I was unpacking the box, I was very impressed by the quality of the speakers and the size of the sub. Holy cow, that sub is huge!! They give you a lot of speaker wire, doesn't appear to be the best quality wire, but it will work for now. Setting them up was pretty easy. I am using the RCA analog connection to my PC for now, as I am all out of optical cables at the moment.
Now for the good stuff. I have listened to these speakers at low volume listening to classical guitar, Phil Keaggy and the like to be exact. Now I am sure there are better speakers out there, but I am satisfied with the highs and the clarity of the music. I have had to turn the bass way down, and let me tell you, there is plenty of it. I love having the 5.1 speakers and being able to hear the sound all around you. I haven't had the chance to play any games on it yet, but I am looking forward to hearing things creep up behind me and raising the hair on the back of my neck just like my Klipsch used to do for me. Are they as good as the Klipsch, no, but they are pretty good.
I am not sure why more speaker manufacturers don't make 5.1's anymore. Once you have them, you don't go back to anything else.
Face it, you buy your speakers for the experience that they give you, and I believe these are the best 5.1's on the market right now. I know the price is high, and it waivers all the time. If you are on the fence, and you have the money and need quality computer speakers, wait for the right price point and jump in and get these. You will not be disappointed.
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This Item  Logitech Z-5500 THX-Certified 5.1 Digital Surround Sound Speaker System | Recommendations  |  |  |  |  | |
| Price | Currently unavailable. | -5% $19.99 Typical: $20.99 | $599.99 | -29% $284.99 New Price: $399.99 | -11% $399.99 List: $449.99 | -9% $227.99 List: $249.99 |
| Delivery | — | — | — | Get it Jul 22 - 24 | Get it as soon as Sunday, Jul 20 | — |
| Customer Ratings | ||||||
| Sold By | — | TechZoneUS | IsaacTronics | Tech Union | Amazon.com | Glorious Tech Plus |
| speaker size | 85 inches | 6.75 inches | 12.5 inches | 3.5 millimeters | 1 angstrom | 15.9 inches |
| power source | Battery Powered | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | Battery Powered | Corded Electric | Information Not Available |
| connectivity tech | Wired | USB | wired | wired | Auxiliary | wired, wireless |
| speaker type | Subwoofer | Computer | Subwoofer | Surround Sound | Satellite | Subwoofer,Satellite |
| mounting type | Plug Mount | Plug Mount,Tabletop | Tabletop Mount, Wall Mount | Coaxial | Wall Mount | Desk Mount |
| weight | 54.5 pounds | 1.11 pounds | 18 pounds | 15818 grams | 8891.61 grams | 12.1 pounds |
| control method | remote | touch | remote | remote | remote | application |
| model name | Z-5500 | Logitech S150 | X-540 | Z906 | Z906 | G560 |
| frequency response | 20000 hertz | 90 hertz | — | — | 35 hertz | 18000 hertz |
| surround channels | 5.1 | 2 | 5.1 | 6.1 | 6.1 | 2.1 |
| subwoofer diameter | 10 inches | — | 12.5 inches | — | — | 16.6 centimeters |
Product information
| Mounting Type | Plug Mount |
|---|---|
| Model Name | Z-5500 |
| Speaker Type | Subwoofer |
| Special Feature | Bass Boost, Stereo Pairing, Radio, USB Port |
| Recommended Uses For Product | For Surround Sound Systems, For DVD Players |
| Compatible Devices | MP3 Player |
| Subwoofer Diameter | 10 Inches |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Controller Type | Remote Control |
| Surround Sound Channel Configuration | 5.1 |
| Included Components | Four satellites, one center channel, one subwoofer, a 6-channel direct cable, a Digital SoundTouch control center, a wireless remote control with batteries, a user's manual, and a 2-year limited warranty |
| Product Dimensions | 20.47"D x 26.85"W x 16.18"H |
| Age Range (Description) | Adult |
| Item Weight | 54.5 Pounds |
| Impedance | 8E+3 Ohm |
| Is Waterproof | FALSE |
| Warranty Type | Limited |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Control Method | Remote |
| Speaker Size | 85 Inches |
| Power Source | Battery Powered |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | 93.5 dB |
| Woofer Diameter | 1E+1 Inches |
| Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant |
| Customer Package Type | Standard Packaging |
| EU Spare Part Availability Duration | 2 Years |
| Number of Batteries | 2 AAA batteries required. |
| Audio Driver Type | Dynamic Driver |
| Audio Driver Size | 1E+1 Inches |
| Subwoofer Connectivity Technology | Wired |
| Connectivity Protocol | Wi-Fi |
| Includes MP3 player? | No |
| Specific Uses For Product | Gaming |
| UPC | 097855021755 840356604817 |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00840356604817, 00097855021755 |
| Manufacturer | ShopNBC |
| Item Weight | 54.5 pounds |
| ASIN | B0002WPSBC |
| Item model number | 970115-0403 |
| National Stock Number | 5965-01-555-9674 |
| Batteries | 2 AAA batteries required. |
| Customer Reviews |
4.4 out of 5 stars |
| Best Sellers Rank |
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| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Date First Available | May 2, 2006 |
| Language | English |
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Action speakers louder than words.. I'm not going to say too much about this unique system right her but if you love music and you want to hear everything that's in the song, the Logitech z-5500 is the way to go.. These speakers made me love music even more.. what i mean by that is, when i listen to music through ordinary speakers, i just heard all the instruments coming from one speaker. But with the Logitech surround sound system, you hear the piano from a different channel and hear the drums from another channel which comes from different angles of the room depending on how you set it up... They have made the system in such powerful way that not only you get the best sound quality but also the greatest system. The sound quality can not get any better this... when i first purchase it on amazon, i just couldn't wait to get my hands on it.. When it finally came, i knew it was the best investment i ever made... You will enjoy everything about this speaker and never regret spending your money on it.. I love everything about this system and i know for sure you will enjoy it too..
