Best speakers under $75 (ideally Bose, 60W+)

I picked up the Logitech Z623 from the start of this thread—solid speakers for the price—but I have a question for anyone currently using them. There’s an on/off switch on the back; should I actually flip it off when I'm done, or just leave it set to ON?

So you think those are great speakers? Maybe they're good enough just for listening to the news or the weather forecast.
Well, when you shut down your computer, you should probably turn them off too, since the amp isn't running. I guess you could just use standby mode, but maybe it would be better to use the actual switch to turn them completely off.

They’re great, sure, but for such a small price tag as I mentioned. If I could have picked up a pair of Bang & Olufsen speakers for $133 to occasionally blast some cartoons at 7:30 PM, then I’d say we were talking about a real showstopper.

hey,
sorry for bumping this, but I'm hunting for some desktop speakers—looking to spend maybe 300 bucks $133 tops. I was originally eyeing those Logitech Z623 mentioned at the start of the thread, but it looks like they're long gone. Checked a few stores around town and can't find anything quite like them... Anyone got a lead? Ideally looking for another Logitech setup, maybe something with a wood enclosure? Thanks 🙂

You’ve got some stuff in Links.

It’s not that they aren't a thing, it's just a pain in the ass to actually find them... but like Benjamin King2 said, you can grab the ones he mentioned, or if you want something with more kick:

Hmm... Yeah. I'm not sure what else to say... Those Logitech ones are pretty small, only 14W, but hey—for that price, maybe they're worth it? It's not like I need them to be blowing the roof off right now. I care more about decent sound quality and making sure they don't just buzz constantly. I've been using some cheap garbage smartbox with barely any wattage until now, so honestly, anything would be an upgrade 🤣

Oh, and I don't have a dedicated sound card or anything—just the standard one built into my motherboard—so who knows how much power it can actually handle...

Need some advice from the experts here,
I'm stuck choosing between two sets of speakers:GENIUS SW-HF21 1200G and Logitech Z313, 2.0
I only use them for music, so I need decent bass.
Which one should I grab?

Look, if you’re running a 2.0 setup, you aren't actually going to hear any real bass—it just won't happen.

What’s the verdict on ese? Are they actually any good??🤷

Linda Sanchez4 said:Can anyone who actually knows their stuff help me out here?
I'm stuck choosing between these two sets:GENIUS SW-HF21 1200G and Logitech Z313, 2.0
I'm strictly using them for music, and I really need them to have decent bass.
Which one should I go with?

Go with the 1800A. They're louder, by a long shot...

Jose Martin80 said:What do you guys think about... HereIs this thing even worth getting?🤷

They work, I guess... but they’re weak. You've got a 5W sub and 2.5W per channel—that’s basically just a slightly better smartphone speaker. 😁

If you actually want to listen to music, just grab the Logitech Z313. Having 2x 25W is more than enough to fill a room with actual sound pressure. Those cheap ones? You'll be cranking them to max volume just to hear anything, and you'll blow them out before you know it.

darkowl72 said:they work, I guess... they're just weaklings... 5W and 2.5W per channel? That's basically just a slightly better smartphone speaker... 😁

grab the Logitech Z313 if you actually want to hear music—2x 25W is plenty to practically pressurize a room... those pathetic ones will just have to be cranked to the max just to hear anything, and you'll blow them out before you know it...

You know what, they're for my PC—gaming mostly, some music here and there—so volume isn't even the main thing, it's the quality... And look, I'm no audiophile, so I don't see the point in dropping $147 on those; I'm on a budget. Maybe this, people seem to rave about 🤷 them. If the sound quality is the same, who cares if they're quieter, right? 🙂 Plus, I've no idea if the integrated audio on my motherboard could even handle the Logitech Z313...

They’re decent enough... 20W, headphone jack, sounds alright...

Besides, an integrated amp paired with the Logitech Z313 would handle it just fine...

Greetings. Rather than starting a new thread, I have a specific question: what 2.1 speaker setup would you recommend for a PC with a budget of up to $200$167?
Logitech Z313
My primary use case is listening to music.
Thank you in advance.

The Logitech Z313 are decent enough speakers—solid volume and power—but keep in mind they’re a 2.0 setup, not 2.1. The sound quality is fine and they fill up a room easily, though people always complain about the lack of bass. Honestly, that's expected since there isn't a dedicated sub. If you actually care about bass, just look at 2.1 systems instead, like the 2.1 1800. It uses a 5" driver in a wooden enclosure, which creates way more air pressure and gives you much punchier bass. With a 20W woofer and two 15W satellites, you get great power for just over $167, plus you get a karaoke feature with dual mic inputs and echo. 😬

If you want even more kick, there's the slightly pricier Logitech G2.1 3000 system. It's got a more aggressive look and delivers 40W through a 6.5" driver in a wooden bass-reflex box. The satellites are the same—2x 15W—and the separate control unit offers plenty of features for the price point...

I picked up the Logitech Z523 yesterday and I am satisfied with the purchase. I only just noticed the comments today... I assume this was a sound decision?

darkowl72, what's the move between GENIUS SW-G2.1 2000, 2.1, GENIUS SW-G2.1 1250, 2.1 or maybe just a 2.0 Logitech Z313 setup? I mostly need them for PC gaming since my old 😬Trust speakers finally kicked the bucket after 8 years. Honestly, I can't decide if 2.0 or 2.1 is better... all I know is I don't want to blow more than $183, though I'd prefer to spend as little as possible 😬. Not an audiophile and I rarely listen to music on my computer anyway...

Or would I actually be pretty happy with just the Logitech Z120? 😬

EDIT: Can't go with those last ones since I really need a headphone jack😢.

I saw some review somewhere claiming the 1250s are basically "something you'd want in your room when you were thirteen." 😬

Besides that, that 38W output for a 2.1 system is honestly unimpressive, and according to test results, distortion starts kicking in once you hit 50% volume.

The 2.1 2000 hits 45W, with 8W satellites which I think is about the bare minimum, but you won't run into distortion until you're at 90% volume. If you're looking for heavy bass, they'll probably do the job. Just keep in mind they're plastic.

But look, if massive bass isn't a "must-have" for you and you actually know how to listen to music, the wooden 2.0 1800A with 50W RMS is a better bet.

Anyway, I doubt you'll regret either choice and you'll be happy with them. They're definitely worth the price jump over the 1250. Just one thing: watch where you place the speakers, because since the headphone jack on the 1800A is on one of the satellites, make sure the cable length doesn't give you any trouble.

It's a shame the 2.1 1800 doesn't have a headphone jack; honestly, its power distribution was my favorite setup.