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Wrap yourself in sound with the Logitech Z-5500 5.1 speaker system. At the heart of the Z-5500 is a powerful subwoofer with a 10-inch ported driver that provides added excitement to action movies, bone-rattling bass to music, and greater realism to games. Each of the four satellites and the center-channel speaker feature a unique driver design that places a tweeter at the center of a larger mid-range driver. The result is a smooth combination of sounds with the fullness of a much larger speaker.
Also, if you're looking for cool pro-audio looks, the Z-5500 doesn't disappoint. Cloth grilles are removable and the pedestals rotate for easy wall mounting or desk placement. The center channel can be mounted on a wall, or above or below the monitor. Finally, the Digital SoundTouch Control Center puts command of the system at your fingertips. Digital LCD lets you select audio source, digital surround sound effect, adjust parameters of digital surround sound effects, adjust the volume levels of the individual speakers, mute the entire system, and of course, turn the set on and off. There's even an auxiliary input jack to conveniently connect other audio devices.
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Best value for money EVER
- Pros: Pros are just as everyone says - you simply can't get better sound for this price. I've got 2 of these, both sound so fantastic. Subwoofer really pumps the bass. I'm very picky about sound quality, and despite the cons I listed, I've never regretted buying these speakers.
- Cons: One of these units I bought has a sticky spot on the volume nob, as 2 others have indicated.
Also, audio quality could be better (gasp!). The satellites have great mids and highs, but are rather lacking in the lows-mids. The satellites put out more of a "pop pop pop" than a deeper "dum dum dum"; this is why music can sound a bit hollow despite the booming sub. For the sub, they've got the same 187 watt driver that they used in the z680, only this time it drives a 10" speaker instead of the 8" one in the z680. This is why it sounds a bit muddy and slow to respond. What you'll hear with some bass-heavy music when you turn it up loud (and not until you turn it up loud) is a "pop-unf pop-unf pop-unf", with the "unf" being the sub coming in slightly after the "pop" you hear from the satellite. But I've found you can mostly fix the "pop" you hear from the satellites with the right equalizing (turning up the 150-230hz seems to do the trick). Turning down the sub helps the delay ("pop-unf").
- Other Thoughts: I'm incredibly picky about my music and sound. Despite the things I listed in the cons list, I still love this sound system to death. The cons I listed make the system sound like its low quality, but its really not. With the right music player and equalizer (Foobar2000 is my favorite with its 18 band EQ), this system is 93% perfect. You'd be hard pressed to find something that can get as loud as this can but sound just as good. In fact I don't think there's anything that parallels this sound quality given the price range. Logitech really has a gem here.
Until I've got $5000 to blow, I won't be upgrading from this. Its just that good. Considering that sound systems can last you 15+ years, this is quite possibly the best upgrade for your money that you can ever buy for your entertainment center, be it your PC or TV or game system or whatever. I've never spent my money better. So do yourself a favor and give your ears a treat!
Better than many HTIB
- Pros: Packaging was very well done. 25 Ft of wire for each rear sat, and 15 Ft for each front L/R/C. Plenty for most needs. I set this up in the same room and config as my Onkyo HT-S760(6.1 750 Watt HTIB) to compare side by side so here's my rating of this system:
Treble(satelites): Awesome 9/10, only highest highs might be a little muddy, but sounded nearly as good as my Onkyo
Medium tones: Great, 8/10, some lower mid tones come through the sub but still has the presence of full sound spectrum (required for THX certification).
Bass(subwoofer): Awesome 10/10, just as good as my Onkyo, if not better, and has more watts
Movies: 9/10, Decodes DTS and DD through Coax or optical inputs (I tried with LOTR:return of king DTS and Star Wars II Dolby)
Music: Great 8/10, may sound a little hollow to some ears, great bass though.
- Cons: At this price, I can't get too picky for a THX system with 500+ RMS watts. This system will hold it's own against most HTIB or PC speakers under eight hundred $$$, especially, S**y, Panason*c, Sams*ng, Phill*ps, and RCA HTIB. The only system I would rather have under one thousand $$$ is my Onkyo HT-S760 (also see HT-S770 and HT-S780). Avoid B-o-s-e as well (way overpriced for medium sound quality) I also will mention that I chose this over the Kxxxsh 5.1 ultras because of price, and some reliability problems with their Amp (tends to overheat and blow).
Also, since it uses normal speaker wire, you can upgrade the satellites for even better sound(not really necessary but leaves your options open) and still keep the subwoofer.
Oh, this box is for cons so I better list one:
Dongle for Control Center could be longer for placing sub farther away.
- Other Thoughts: I read hundreds of reviews and went to a few stores to compare these in person before making my purchase and decision. Your own listening preference and liking is always most important so listen to the systems you are thinking about and then order from Newegg (best prices on products and shipping!).
I also looked at the Logitech Z-5300 which sounded alright, but the bass was too boomy and not as accurately produced and the highs were not as crisp so if you can afford the extra $$$, this system is much more bang for the buck.
| Model | 970115-0403 |
| Configuration | 5.1 |
| Remote | Wireless |
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Great Sound
- Pros: Fantastic speakers. Amazing sound. Great value for the price.
- Cons: After owning the speakers for several months, the LED display on the control unit began to malfunction. It blinks randomly. It doesn't cause any sound issues, but it's annoying while playing games in the dark.
Amazing Z-5500!
- Pros: First off these speakers are no joke. Logitech is one of the best companies in the technology business. Theses speakers will blow you away. Very clear sound, even when turned all the way up. I was amazed at how the sound was so clear especially the Bass. The bass was sounded really smooth. I think the movie theater will be seeing less of me as the blur-ay movies not only look better they sound incredible through theses speakers.
- Cons: none so far.
- Other Thoughts: I cannot get over how ridiculous these speakers sound. They are perfect for almost any size room. The base is ridiculous. I got the ones that just use wires no rca jack plugins so if i wanted i could extend the wires or even change the satellites not that i would anyway they are just perfect.
High quality speakers
- Pros: I upgraded from an Altec Lansing 5.1 to these and what a difference. Aside from $1000+ surround sound speakers have I heard similar quality and volume from a speaker set. Many connections; optical, digital, 6ch, wonderful for a computer audiophile or even a home theater hooked up to a TV. Highly recommended
- Cons: The sub ruined my keyboard by knocking a drink off my desk
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Logitech |
| Model |
Z-5500 |
| General SPEC |
| Configuration |
5.1 |
| Total Power |
505 Watts |
| Satellite RMS Power /ea |
Left/Right: 62 watts RMS x 2 (into 8 ohms, @ 1khz, @ 10% THD)
Center: 69 watts RMS (into 8 ohms, @ 1kHz, @ 10% THD)
Rear Left & Right: 62 watts RMS x 2 (into 8 ohms, @ 1kHz, @ 10% THD) |
| Subwoofer RMS Power |
188 watts RMS (into 8 ohms, @ 100Hz, @ 10% THD) |
| Frequency Response |
33 Hz - 20 kHz |
| Signal to Noise Ratio(SNR) |
>93.5 dB |
| Remote |
Wireless |
| Features |
| Features |
Powerful, distortion-free bass: The new, larger 10-inch long-throw subwoofer driver with flared bass port delivers 188 watts of thunderous bass.
Innovative driver technology: Polished aluminum phase-plug satellites combine two drivers into one--the clarity of a tweeter with the richness and fullness of a separate mid-range.
Digital equalization: The Z-5500 Digital actively adjusts frequency response in real time for the cleanest, most accurate sound reproduction.
DTS® 96/24 support: Enjoy studio-quality sound thanks to the Z-5500's support for 96 kHz / 24-bit digital audio streams
Amazingly powerful controls: The Digital SoundTouch Control Center lets you control volume to all speakers, set inputs, and much more. And the separate wireless remote is great for home theaters and video game consoles.
Innovative satellite design: Cloth grilles are removable for a pro-audio look. Pedestals rotate for easy wall mounting or desk placement. Center channel can be mounted on wall, above or below monitor.
Connect to multiple sources: Simultaneously connect 6 audio sources including PCs, video game consoles, and DVD, CD & portable music players… and control it all from the Digital SoundTouch Control Center.
Mfr Part#: 9701150403 |
| Packaging |
| Package Contents |
Speakers:
4 satellites
1 center channel
1 subwoofer
6-channel direct cable
Digital SoundTouch control center
Wireless remote control, batteries included
User´s manual |
Introduction
Wrap yourself in sound with the Logitech Z-5500 5.1 speaker system. At the heart of the Z-5500 is a powerful subwoofer with a 10-inch ported driver that provides added excitement to action movies, bone-rattling bass to music, and greater realism to games. Each of the four satellites and the center-channel speaker feature a unique driver design that places a tweeter at the center of a larger mid-range driver. The result is a smooth combination of sounds with the fullness of a much larger speaker.
Also, if you're looking for cool pro-audio looks, the Z-5500 doesn't disappoint. Cloth grilles are removable and the pedestals rotate for easy wall mounting or desk placement. The center channel can be mounted on a wall, or above or below the monitor. Finally, the Digital SoundTouch Control Center puts command of the system at your fingertips. Digital LCD lets you select audio source, digital surround sound effect, adjust parameters of digital surround sound effects, adjust the volume levels of the individual speakers, mute the entire system, and of course, turn the set on and off. There's even an auxiliary input jack to conveniently connect other audio devices.
Highlights
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Distortion-Free Bass
The new, ultra-large 10-inch long-throw subwoofer driver with a flared bass port delivers 188 watts of thunderous, distortion-free bass.
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Digital SoundTouch Control Center
The high tech Digital SoundTouch Control Center features a digital LCD screen, master volume control, enables input and output selection and more!
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Wireless Remote Control
A wireless remote control allows control of the Logitech Z-5450 from across the room, which is great for home theaters and video game applications.
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Hardware Dolby Digital Decoder
A hardware Dolby Digital decoder is included for full, rich Dolby Digital 5.1 soundtracks used in DVDs, PlayStation2, XBOX, Digital cable, satellite TV and HDTV.
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Hardware DTS Decoder
The Logitech Z-5500 features a hardware DTS decoder and support for DTS 96/24 for enhanced, high-resolution, studio-quality DTS 5.1 digital sound from DVD video and audio discs, as well as PlayStation 2 games.
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Quick Specs
| Configuration | 5.1 |
| Remote | Wireless |
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Reviewed By: electrosoccertux on 12/8/2005
Tech Level: high - Ownership: more than 1 year
