Logitech Z-2300 Reviewed

From a great company popular for keyboard and mice production in to a reliable multimedia audio trademark, Logitech has truly performed outstandingly in the present years. They provide dependable and straightforward solutions to a big niche of the gaming market, although their overall performance is not top class.

The capability of the Z-2300 at a hundred and then ninety-nine dollars (MSRP), includes two hundred watts of RMS Power, eighty watts RMS into eight ohms, at 1 kilohertz, using a ten percent Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) for your satellites and a hundred twenty watts RMS unto eight ohms at a hundred hertz and then 10 % THD for the subwoofer. According to Logitech, there's a 100dB signal-noise ratio at 1 Kilohertz as well as a frequency response of approximately 35- 20 Hertz; although without +/- dB specs, the unit may play up to 20 Kilohertz, though if you fail to hear it, then its not good. But customers must take note that such audio specs don't apply to actual situations; they simply serve to provide us with a short view of the performance of the product in stable conditions. If you push "Play" and then the material starts to make demands on the product, the actual specs normally contradict.

The Z-2300 can also provide a valid THX certification, meaning that it was able to get authorized by passing a couple of specs that other designs may possibly also pass, without paying Lucasfilm. But the insignia is very important for marketing purposes, especially in the world of desktop audio.

The 6.75-inch tall, 3.5-inch wide and six-inch deep satellites employ a 2.5-inch polished aluminum phase plug driver with a port on the top. As the sole driver on the satellites, the phase plug driver must reproduce all of the high and mid frequencies ahead of the woofer takes over. In comparison to dual driver designs, this seems to be harder. The 11 x 11 x 15-inch (HxWxD) subwoofer employs an eight-inch long-throw woofer, also ported.

Setup and Operation

The setup process just isn't difficult, like all of Logitech's products. The Z-2300 has an outboard wired remote control with a System Volume knob, Subwoofer Volume knob, Power LED, headphone jack and a Power/Standby button. If your source outputs via a single stereo mini-plug (as do most computers and Audio players), simply plug the remote's 3.5mm cable straight into your source's audio output. If your source outputs using a pair of stereo RCA plugs, Logitech has an adapter to convert these two plugs into a mini-plug for connection to the remote. Afterwards, plug the D-SUB connector of the remote to the subwoofer's back; ensure that all of the pins are lined up before pushing the plug, because they're easy to break. Enjoin the 2 satellite speakers to the subwoofer's behind right after placing them. Lastly, connect the subwoofer in to the wall.

Turn on the power switch of the subwoofer upon ensuring that the source is turned off. The remote control's Power LED should blink. Push the "Play" button on your source, then you're done. Use the volume knob of the remote control to change the volume and the subwoofer knob to change the bass output. You may also utilize the Power/ Standby button on the remote since it's easy to use this and you will not have to switch the unit on and off through the subwoofer's rear switch. The remote's headphone jack is terrific for simple headphone hook-up, immediately muting the main system whilst providing volume control via the master volume knob (the subwoofer volume knob is disabled). The Z-2300's relatively short hardwired cables (on both the satellites and remote) can also present an issue during set-up and can likely limit your placement options.

Sound

The Z-2300 is able to play loudly that is good for movies and games. The subwoofer packs a nice punch, even though the forward-firing woofer means you might have to find a location where a leg doesn't block it or even the side-firing port. The subwoofer can manage boosts in the subwoofer volume knob, however in extreme situations, it clips a bit and also distorts. Overall, the subwoofer supplied very good performance, taking into consideration the price. The overall quality of the remote's volume controls could also be improved, however , if considering the price, it's hard to argue.

The satellites offered more of a mixed bag. The only driver cannot reproduce the frequencies' whole range sufficiently, bringing on some rolled-off high ranges as well as an average midrange. There exists a noticeable sonic gap between the satellites and subwoofer which indicates a low crossover point which the satellites can't possibly handle. The satellites additionally exhibited fairly directional characteristics, meaning that since they pointed away from the listening position, the sound degraded considerably. When assessing the overall sound quality, sound staging and imaging, better think about these things.

High Points

- The Z-2300 can play at a high volume which is wonderful for movies and games. You'll have to buy high-quality speakers for your computer, since online downloads for instance Apple's iTunes and Hulu are very popular nowadays.

- The subwoofer is astonishingly great, considering its size and very low cost.

- The Logitech Z-2300's fit and finish is pretty respectable when you consider the price of buying the system. The speakers look pretty good.

- The remote control offers a wonderful convenient touch, with a needed headphone jack.

- You can fit the gaming consoles conveniently using the RCA connection adapter.

Low Points

- With regards to musicality, the Z-2300 appears to leave audiophiles finding more, when compared to basic bookshelf speakers. Even if bookshelf speakers don't suit well on your own table beside a big, old 24-inch LCD monitor, when you have audiophile needs, then you'd better retain this gear as well as pay audiophile prices.

- The short, hardwired cables of the remote device and particularly the satellites reduce placement options.

- The subwoofer's output is not going to turn totally off, even at the lowest volume setting, which made for some tough moments when trying to set up the system.

- An additional input isn't provided by the device, even if such input could be highly necessary.

Conclusion

For the amount of money, the Z-2300 offers a good combination of benefits. The Logitech system offers excellent sound quality for games and also movies, along with a package of convenient features. Nowadays, you need a good set of speakers for your computer understanding that online downloads already are very popular among myriad of users, and Logitech Z-2300 may be the best deal for you. logitech z-2300