Cyber Acoustics CA-3602a 62W Desktop Computer Speaker with Subwoofer - Perfect 2.1 Gaming and Multimedia PC speakers

An in depth look of my findings with this outstanding product! The point of these speakers for me are to allow me to listen to music while cleaning my room, but from hearing what they sound like, I think I'll be using these speakers for any time that I don't need spacial awareness because of the convenience of not having to have an $80, high quality headset on my head that tilts forwards or back when I look up or down (which is a really small problem) outweighs the difference in audio quality. With this, it feels as if you're getting twice the quality for the price of the product. Comparing to my $80 Hyper Cloud II X Headphones (and remember: headphones have the absolute best dollar to dollar value in audio quality compared to speakers), they are only 10% lower in quality in my opinion. Because they don't have that much loss in quality, I'd prefer listening to music or YouTube videos or things of that nature with the Cyber Acoustics Multimedia PC Speakers over my name-brand 4.5 star reviewed high quality headphones. The only two ways I could recommend any other form of audio is if this will be your only way of listening to this after purchasing them; if you're building a PC or need to get a new audio peripheral because the last pair broke and you want audio quality more than anything, get headphones, because since there is so little to put into them they have a much higher dollar per dollar value. The second way I could recommend another product is if you're an audio producer, then go ahead and get $500 per speaker setups because if it will be your job, you need something that catches everything that other audio delivers would never pick up. Or if you have an unlimited budget, then get something around the $300 mark. The dual speakers are small but powerful. I felt like I was getting something bigger than a large jar of peter pan's peanut butter but got something more along the line of the size comparable to the large end of the spectrum of a modern landline wireless phone. The audio cylinder used to control the speakers have an adjustable bass wheel, so if you like amazing bass, pump that up! If you like minimal bass, turn if off then slide it only a little to the on position. The volume adjustment twister is smooth and responsive, and the speakers reflect the slider really well (smooth and responsive!). Although the top portion isn't a button to mute the device, it does have an on/off switch on the side. If you wanted to mute though, you could just quickly twist it a quite a bit until no sound comes out. There are two more auxiliary ports on the dock, and one is a thing so that if you have auxiliary headphone you can plug that in real quick and it will pass what the speakers would normally get to the headset. The speakers mute when this happens. I prefer having my headphones go to the dock that were made for them, (it's not the pc itself, but a passthrough that has a bunch of options like adjusting the volume on it and mute). The second auxiliary port sends another signal to your speakers. Say if you have a male to male auxiliary cable and plug the speakers to your phone using the female auxiliary port on the speakers, it would play what your phone is playing. NOTE: This may be because I have a really torn, beaten up piece of crap for an m/m auxiliary cable, but the quality that came into the speakers were absolutely horrid. It may be because of the way the signal traveled through the cable, or it may be the dock that handles the signal when it gets in there, but it sounded much worse for me from the phone using my bad cable than what came from my PC using the cable that is attached to the dock itself. The cables attached to the dock are not removable, so if you wear down the audio cables and it starts to sound bad, then you will need to purchase another set of speakers (unless your really good at soldering wires together and find a way to do that for less money that just buying another set of these). In fact, the only removable cable is the power cable going into the subwoofer. This is possibly the only gripe I have with this product. This product will dominate any other external speakers from $1-$120 in my honest opinion. (At the time of purchase, this was $39.99 free shipping) Last note: the dual speakers are very tinny, and although this problem is rendered moot when you plug in the base, if you were planning on using the dual speakers only, from this setup, you would regret buying this product. To put this into an analogy, if you're buying a car and the tires were put on as you bought it but you decided not to put on the tires, the car would be basically useless, but with the tires, they're better than any other car in the price range.

I have a 26" Sanyo flat-screen TV which has decent audio for the TV channels, but for some reason, the audio is a little weak when playing a DVD or Blu-Ray via an external player (HDMI connection). Between the weak audio and my aging ears, I was having trouble understanding the dialog, and would have to sit very close to the TV. I decided to get a set of amplified speakers to boost the sound level and quality, and chose these based on reviews and price. The system consists of a subwoofer, two smaller speakers, and a control unit that looks like a hockey puck. The puck has two long wires permanently attached to it, both about six feet long. The thinner wire is the main audio input, and ends in a 3.5mm male audio plug. The thicker wire ends in a special mini-DIN plug that connects to a mating jack on the subwoofer. The two small speakers each have a wire permanently attached, also about six feet long, which ends in a 3.5mm male plug that plugs into the subwoofer. Towards the speaker end of the wire, the wire splits like zip cord and one half goes to each speaker. This end can be "unzipped" further if necessary. I found that the mini-DIN plug was a little loose in its jack, and if it gets wiggled, the sound can drop out. But as long as you don't wiggle the jack (by pulling on the wire that goes to the puck), it works OK. The subwoofer also has an AC power cord (about five feet long) that you plug into an AC outlet (120V/60Hz only). The entire top of the puck rotates as an overall volume control, from no sound to full sound. There is a smaller thumbwheel in the side of the puck that sets the ratio of subwoofer intensity to side speaker intensity, ranging from no subwoofer to so much subwoofer that it's overpowering. There is also an on/off switch, and once turned on, a blue light comes on in the puck. The switch is a slide switch, and I found that it takes two hands to operate, which is a little inconvenient. The other controls are easy to operate with one hand. The puck also has an aux input, which is a 3.5mm female audio jack. Plugging something in here (like a music player) shuts off the main audio and plays the aux input. With a Sansa MP3 player, the audio sounds adequate and good for a small room, but it's not going to shake the walls. The puck has another 3.5mm audio jack for a pair of headphones, and inserting headphones mutes the sound from all three speakers. This might be useful for a TV, because my TV didn't come with a headphone jack. Using a pair of Sony MDR V6 headphones, I found that the volume was barely adequate even at full volume, and the sound was rather thin since there is no such thing as a subwoofer when using headphones. To connect to a TV, if your TV has a headphone jack, you may be able to plug the main input (the audio wire going to the puck) into the headphone output and go from there, but my TV doesn't have a headphone jack. Instead, the TV has an audio line output on the side panel, consisting of two RCA jacks (red + white). You will need an adapter cable to connect the puck's main audio input to the TV audio outputs. This cable should have a female 3.5mm stereo audio jack on one end, and a pair (red + white) of male RCA plugs on the other end. This cable was not so easy to find locally, so be sure to order one when you order the speakers. In my case, due to the way I placed the speakers, I needed an adapter cable a few feet long, which is readily available from Amazon. They also sell a short version if you don't need the extra length. If you use these speakers with a computer system, you don't need an adapter cable. Just plug the main audio input into the green jack on the back of the computer, or into the headphone jack on the front of the computer. On my TV, the red + white RCA audio outputs are true line outputs, so the line output volume is full and steady regardless of the TV's volume or mute settings. Therefore it's possible to turn the TV's volume all the way down, using the TV's remote control, and listen via the three external speakers. You also might decide, like I did, to use both the external speakers and the TV's speakers, because this is the configuration that sounded best to me. By the way, it's not quite as convenient to mute the TV when using these speakers, because mute doesn't affect the line outputs. You actually have to turn the main volume all the way down on the puck. Overall, the sound quality is decent, especially for the price. The two smaller speakers sound a little too bright to me, and the subwoofer sounds a little muddy and boomy, but it's not so bad and you get used to it. It seemed to me that the system was lacking a little in the midrange, which is why I decided to add some sound from the TV's built-in speakers, too. Overall, the result is dramatically better than the TV speakers alone. It's much louder (without noticeable distortion), and much more full spectrum, so I no longer have any problem understanding dialog. Plus, with the subwoofer, movie explosions now sound like real explosions and not like a pop-gun going off. A small "con" is that the on/off switch is not really on and off. Even when off, the speaker system draws a little phantom power, about 2.4 watts according to my power meter. Compare that to some of my other gadgets that draw so little phantom power (less than 0.1 watt) that I can't even measure it. I figured, based on my usage and electric cost, that I'm wasting about $2 worth of electricity a year. This doesn't sound like much, but multiply that by 10,000 or more for all the systems in use and it adds up. Overall, I'm satisfied with the speaker system and would recommend it to others.

Update: After using this speaker set for several years, wear and tear is starting to show. Namely the cord connecting the hub to the sub woofer has developed an extremely irritating problem if the connector is disrupted at all. If it bumps against a wall or a cat runs into the sub woofer, etc. while the speakers are on I get extremely loud feedback until the cord is jiggled back into the exact right spot. Another thing to note is that the cord length for the two smaller speakers leaves a little to be desired if you are using a dual monitor set up. I have had to arrange my desk according to my speakers, which isn't ideal for me. Last, the hub that controls the volume is very, very lightweight which causes it to move around on the desktop a lot. At one point I tried taping it to the desk which worked for a while, but eventually I just put it out of the way and pull it out when I want to turn the speakers on or adjust volume. All things considered, these are small issues and for the price of this set I wouldn't have expected them to last quite so long (especially after packing them up and moving several times over the years). The sound quality and output is still great for everyday home use and I will continue to use these as a backup set. --------------------------------- I bought this set as an upgrade for my new computer. The speakers I had been using were extremely old (10+ years) and did not have a subwoofer, so there was no bass at all. These speakers make a world of difference when listening to music, and not just electronica/dance, but classical, rock, jazz, whatever you like. I've had them for almost a week and have no major complaints so far. I think my favorite feature is the volume control wheel because it allows you to control overall volume as well as the subwoofer volume, and also includes aux inputs for headphones and mp3 players (the box includes an aux cable for this purpose. It's quite short, but does the job.) The two satellite speakers are smaller than I expected, which worked out well for me because I have very limited desk space. The only small issue I have with these is that they have to be unobstructed for the best sound. If anything is in front of them the sound will be muffled. My cat sat down in front of one and it was like my left ear had gone deaf. This is an issue that can easily be solved by the way you set up your sound system. Just place the satellite speakers somewhere that they won't be obstructed. I'm not a sound expert by any means, but I really love the bass that you get from this set. It sounds just right to me, not too obnoxiously punchy but not timid either. If I want the floors to shake I can turn it up, and if I just want a standard balanced sound I can get that too. Lastly, the design of the set is very nice and appealing. The only piece that lights up is the volume wheel (which makes sense, because that's the only thing you need to see and touch). The speakers are simple, unobtrusive and pleasant to look at. Overall this is a great value for the price you pay, especially with the discounted price ($38). I looked at lots of 3 piece speaker sets in the $20-30 range that all got sub-par reviews until I found this set, which was just outside my price range. I'm very happy that I paid the little extra.

I'm a fan of Harmon-Kardon/JBL products in general, having purchased my first 2 JBL bookshelf speakers (with 14" woofers) back in the early '70s. So I was favorably disposed to the SoundSticks even before appreciating their unique, crystalline appearance (they've become objets d'art in the Museum of Modern Art). I rather quickly went through 2 generations of SoundSticks. They served me well, for the first year, but then I would begin having problems with a speaker shorting in and out and no possibility of repair (the SoundSticks have no user-, or for that matter, technician-accessible parts). Each of the first two SoundStick units were available from Amazon for around a hundred per pair. But now that SoundSticks III are approaching two hundred, it's become difficult to renew a long-time attachment to the JBL-Harman line (though my Harman-Kardon receiver is still going strong). Clearly, it was time to look at the new kid on the block, the Cyber-Acoustics 3602, the most popular 3:1 system on Amazon and, at an bargain price that's likely to go up before it goes down. Moreover, in a blindfold test the sound of the CA speakers is comparable with that of the SoundSticks. Initially the bass of the CA unit seemed excessive if not overwhelming (from a woofer made of real wood--what will they think of next?). Then I noticed the handy bass-volume control on the included little "pod." It wasn't until cutting back the woofer by 2/3rds that the stunning clarity of the satellite speakers emerged. The sound may not be as "flattering" to the musician-performers as the somewhat "enhanced" audio from the SoundSticks (each with 4 JBL speakers), but what I'm hearing strikes me as more accurate, revealing, natural. The main points: Appearance: The SoundSticks have the "Wow" factor, but even the spare HK instructions suggest that you put them under your desk, out of sight, so it's not as though the 3 pieces are all that evident to your friends (unless you have a MOMA-like little theater in your man-cave). The 2 SoundSticks are considerably heavier, because of the the lead base (not bass), and they're an inch or two taller to accommodate the extra speakers. Still, the CyberAcoustics satellites are solid enough to stay in place, and their sound is more accurate if slightly less enhanced. The two speakers in each of the CA satellites are exposed, so the user must be careful not to stick a finger or thumb through one of them. Also they're ported at the top. The SoundSticks, on the other hand, enclose the 4 speakers completely inside each column, out of harm's way, with a port at the bottom rather than the top. Sound: Again, the 3-piece SoundSticks sound different (slightly more spacious, rich and full) but not necessarily better. Both CA and HK units have sub-woofers capable of drowning out the mids and highs of the satellite speakers not to mention bombing the user-listener into senselessness. With the SoundSticks you have to get down on the floor to change the volume setting of the subwoofer (which is rarely necessary); with the Cyber Acoustics the volume setting of the subwoofer is on a remote control--a little puck that sits right on your desk, within easy reach. In short, both units have bass to spare. Flexibility: Here's where the Cyber Acoustics 3602 really stand-out, your quintessential "A" student. Because of that little puck you can turn the speakers on and off and control woofer balance as well as general volume right from your desktop. With the SoundSticks you have to get down on the floor to turn the system on and off or to adjust the output from the sub-woofer. The general volume control is a gimmicky (but not all that convenient) "touch" surface area of the right satellite. Finally, whereas the SoundSticks have no inputs (like the CA 3606 they have a stereo 3.5 mini-plug going out to your computer or output source), the CA 3606 has two "extra" inputs on its multi-talented little puck. So you can plug in headphones without rearranging the back of your computer AND you can plug in an auxiliary player or tuner without undoing the primary connection (to a computer in most cases). Finally, the CA people have thoughtfully included an iPod stand (put it next to your puck, and insert it via an enclosed shorty cord) as well as instructions more complete than those with the SoundSticks. Practicality and durability: Too soon for a reliable report. but I've had problems after the first year with both SoundSticks I and SoundSticks II--small wiring problems leading to shorting out (it's hard not to occasionally kick the sub that's under your desk or nudge the satellites placed in the confusion of a typical desk top). Eventually a "small" problem like the shorting out of a single satellite becomes major and a fix proves impractical or cost-prohibitive. The sub-woofers of the two systems are comparable in size and weight, and both accept a plug with tiny pins that the user must be careful not to bend out of alignment. Frankly, the CA plug looks more user-accessible and, assuming company support is responsive, it would be a small matter to solder a new plug to replace one with bent pins. In conclusion, this particular 3-piece Cyber Acoustics unit is inarguably the best value in computer speakers. It's a fraction of the price of the SoundSticks II yet equal to the latter in audio quality (imo) and superior in terms of adaptability. Logistics offers speakers in this price range, but not competitive in terms of quality (the top-seller ones going for ten are inferior to the onboard speakers in my iMac). This, my 2nd Cyber Acoustics product, has exceeded expectations. And if it breaks down after a year, I certainly won't feel I didn't get my money's worth. By then, I'm likely to concede that the subwoofer is taking up excessive space under my desk and is really not needed. (Witness what a small Tivoli or Bose speaker can do without one. At that time, I'd look seriously at the JBL Duet speakers (a 2-piece unit that's about ten dollars less than this one).

For a roughly 40 dollar computer speaker system, these are an AMAZING value. I've owned a pair of these speakers since at least early 2012 I am an entertainment industry professional who buys top of the line gear in my professional life, but can't currently justify breaking the budget in my personal life. (If I want Hi-Fi audio, I'll listen at work, I'm there all the time anyway.) However, as someone who has experience with multi-million dollar systems, I still would be horribly tortured if I were to use computer speakers every day of sub-par sonic quality. I'm writing this review with the caveat that these are computer media speakers and not Hi-Fidelity media systems. The PROS: - A 30 Watt RMS rating (Which is the average amount of power draw that the speakers pull from the amp) results in a HUGE full sound for a budget pair of computer speakers. Because of this and a 62W peak raiting, as computer speakers go, these sound full and exceptionally clean even at very high volumes. (I'm not sure I've ever run them hot enough to distort them or that I could) Prior to these, I never owned a pair of computer speakers that didn't distort at high volumes. This system has exceptional sonic versatility, especially at this price point. The speakers have a rich, warm sound that lends itself to many different styles of music. The dedicated sub is a nice wood cabinet with a 5.25 inch woofer. The control pod has a small wheel on the side to control low end response from the sub which is a really great thing. My wheel is dialed in at approximately 1/4 volume which provides a nice low to high balance. At full setting, the woofer is completely overpowering and gives a nice option for a user who may need to compensate for some reason or is just obsessed with getting as much low end as possible. (I support your right to listen to muddy music in your own home if you want) - The volume and control pod is extremely handy, especially for a desktop system. I perch the pod immediately above my keyboard to the right of the monitor. The pod turns and adjusts easily and can be accessed with extremely minimal pressure on top of the wheel. It has become muscle memory for me to be able to easy make finite adjustments to volume with a simple hand gesture right above my keyboard. - Great industrial design! I'm not sure if this was on purpose or a happy accident which occurred for aesthetic reasons, but the speakers actually work really really well laying on their side in front of a monitor (or two). I've moved these speakers all over the country and had them on large desks to the side of my work-station as well as on tiny desks in front of the monitor(s). The speakers also look really attractive, coordinating nicely with the almost standard black and silver finishes of LED displays. The CONS: There is only one major con that I feel I have to write about. Durability may be an issue for some. I should preface this by saying that I have moved these speakers all over the country over the last 3-4 years. (They have probably been transported by me over 30 times) and they haven't always had an easy go of it. I haven't had any issues with components breaking, scratching, or paint deterioration (Which is amazing) but I have had some issues in the last year with contacts in a few of the cables as well as the contact in the control pod. The cable issues are very likely from being moved so often, the control pod contact is likely just from being used every day. The contact has better days than others, but can sometimes be finicky transmitting the left audio signal in a stereo set-up. It is a minor inconvenience and something I am not in the least bit surprised about after four years. Just be aware that if used frequently, the contacts in these components are not likely to last forever. I would not recommend buying these speakers for any application besides as a workstation set. The pod has an 1/8" TRS connector for headphones, but the contacts in this jack are of very poor quality. Use the phone jack on your computer for direct connection to your sound card if you wish to listen through headphones. There is also an auxiliary plug on the pod, an interesting feature, but also probably should not be a first option for playback from another device. You could use these as speakers for a tablet or other device with 1/8" connector... but you're going to want to use the main 1/8" input that would otherwise be plugged into a PC. I'm listening to music on these as we speak. For 40 dollars, I will absolutely be buying another set here very soon for a new system and another to replace these worn out contacts.

OK, I wanted some decent mp3 speakers that I could use in my weight-room- but not too pricey, because they would be a permanent fixture there, but also something that would be sonically adequate to listen to for an hour long workout that I could easily connect my mp3 player into. It wasn't feasible or realistic for me to spend more than 50 bucks since the time I actually used them would not be worth spending any more - only 6 hours of use per week did not justify more than $50. It was really tough finding anything that did not have mixed reviews. I scoured not only amazon but other sites too. The main problem in buying any kind of audio equipment online is the inability to hear them first. The total number of positive ratings for this item seemed to be the best bet to give them a try and with the volume of units purchased it is inevitable that a small percentage of them would be defective in some way, and those people always are more inclined to give a negative review. I also considered that many problems about the sound quality could be directly related to the source audio and not the speakers themselves. I am rating these in the middle, for 37 dollars you are getting something that is just average, not great, not junk- although I don't know why they would not put at least dust covers on them - a poor design attribute - there is a comparable model that seem almost identical with speaker covers- CA-3550WB. You get the cute blue-lit hockey puck controller with these for 30 cents more. I would rather keep the dust off my cones and forgo the Jedi-esque looking volume knob. I plugged my mp3 into them and had to crank both it and the speakers to the max to get the level of volume I wanted- maybe I'm deaf - but these didn't push as much air as I thought they would- Bass was more than adequate but like others, I found the mids (vocals)were muddy or just not very clean at first, but after I used them a few times, they seemed to get better. For the lower price you should only be sacrificing total rms output- the frequency response should not be this noticeably out of alignment. This is an across the board indictment from reviewers with a discerning ear, of the sound quality of these speakers, so if you aren't interested in hearing your favorite singer cleanly.... I was not as wowed as some were here by these, I am convinced that some people just can't tell crappy stereo speakers from good ones. My personal choice for a reasonably priced 2.1 setup is the Klipsch Promedia. I have had mine since Oct. of last year (2010) and so far so good, great sounding. I run both my computer and TV audio through them in my bedroom, I can't play them as loud as they will go- they fill my room with good sound at about 1/2 volume. I paid $125 for them. I Highly recommend these for anyone who want really outstanding multi-use powered versatile speakers- COMPUTER DVD TV OR MP3. Klipsch ProMedia 2.1 THX Certified Computer Speaker System (Black) I have ordered the Hercules 2.0... Hercules XPS 2.0 30 Multimedia Speakers (I just found them today, they were not as in demand so I had to broaden my search parameters- because it seems everyone thinks that a sub-woofer is an absolute necessity- but for only $8 more at $45 and not any reviews below a 3 star- I think they are worth serious consideration even without a sub, So I am HOPEFUL) ... to run a side by side sound comparison WITH THESE CYBERS, using the same audio source and I will return the least satisfactory pair. I will edit this after I make my decision on which ones to keep. UPDATE: I received the Hercules and did a quick comparison- NO CONTEST!- the Hercules were the clear winner when it came to audio quality. For my taste that is the deciding factor, the Cybers were more superior in only 1 aspect; providing bass response, if that is all you care about buy them, otherwise wait for the price to go down on the Hercules and get them from here for $45 when Amazon has them back in stock. The Cybers are already back in the box they came in, and will be returned tomorrow - I have to pay return shipping but it's worth it to get rid of these dogs. I hope my inconvenience will help a few people avoid their own. An additional benefit of the Hercules 2.0 speakers, is the ease with which you can move them- take them out to the deck or out to the garage- and plug your mp3 into them, THEY ARE NOT FRAGILE. The Cybers are in 3 pieces and don't have anything protecting the drivers from potential damage. See the comments linked to this review for more details of how they compare. Good Luck B X

Long before paper thin giant screen televisions or home theater systems that could blow the windows out of both your house as well as your neighbors - there was great audio. The home stereo was the be and end all of home entertainment and paired with a giant 19 inch, 150 pound CRT TV you were golden. Back then I lived and breathed audio equipment. Magazines like Stereo Review and Audiophile were the bibles that we read over and over until the pages were tattered. Not an expert by any means - but I knew a thing or two. Always buy separate components, and buy everything on spec except speakers. Speakers you had to audition ( and still should) because they're the one single aspect of an audio system that's entirely subjective. Having been using a PC since the first DOS based micro sized screens of the IMB PS1 and the now long defunct Kaypro sound was never an issue for me because it was never that good to begin with. There have been improvements of course and if your computer is your mainstay for music well, you do the best you can. For me a clear highs a decent mid range and a bit of rich bass is enough as I'm not out to raise the roof - and even those basic requirements come with a hefty price tag. That said these speakers are unbeatable for the price - and in relationship to their cost they present a phenomenal value. Quick Specs: * Total RMS ( root mean squared) 30 watts * Speakers 30 watts * Subwoofer 18 watts * Total Peak power 61 watts Not too shabby these are specs you would find in a three piece system costing three times as much. Other significant and nice touches are: * Great looking design * Effortless set up * Magnetically shielded speakers with good weight to them * Attractive Piano black finish * Control Pod - you'll love this thing, it controls the volume, on and off, and bass. There's also a port for your MP3 player and they even include the jack cable and cradle which fits my ipod classic perfectly - plus the neon blue circle of light is very cool looking. * Solid Build Quality * Wood box subwoofer - not plastic * Excellent sound (at low to mid range volume) For our needs these are an incredible buy. They look great with their piano black finish and no grill open speaker face. A small footprint means less clutter and that's a huge plus for a small and or crowded desk. The subwoofer is multi directional as with even the best sub woofers even the high end Velodyne - it doesn't matter much where you place it. These speakers are more than adequate for listening to play lists, synching your ipod or even the occasional game However if you have a top of the line sound card, want true stereo imagining and virtually no distortion keep looking - but understand you get what you pay for and you'll be paying a lot. If it's worth it to you it's money well spent. That's true of fifty bucks and it's true of $5,000 I have a pair of Altec Landsing with sub woofer which if I remember cost around $150 connected to another computer, they sound better and perform better at higher volumes but the difference isn't worth an additional $125. These speakers cost me $34.99 you can't buy two movie tickets and pop corn for 35 bucks. Considering the looks, ease of set up and of course sound quality you'll be hard pressed to find anything even near this rock bottom price that sounds and looks half as good. Free two day delivery with your Prime membership makes this deal even sweeter - to both your ears and your wallet.

Just purchased this sound system. I haven't studied sound to the extent some Amazon reviewers have, so I would say I am more of a tech whore than a tech geek, but I do know some things. I bought this system to add a cool 2.1 sound set-up in my bedroom while I stream audio from my iTunes through an Airport Express. I also wanted to be able to switch my iPad audio over to surround sound if I felt so compelled, using my Airport Express. The speakers themselves put out really nice clear crisp audio and they can get pretty damn loud. I streamed music from my iTunes and right away I was happy. The bass is not nearly as nice as my 7.1 living room sound system bass, but I wasn't expecting it to be. The Cyber Acoustics bass about 7x7 inches width and 10inch tall. Given the size and given the price, it's actually a pretty sweet bass. My huge 7.1 bass, given it came with an expensive sound system, provides more subtlety in delivery and that lack of subtlety is only something someone picky like myself would point out. I can't hear my living room bass at work whereas I can tell Cyber Acoustic bass is if I listen close. I know that sounds a bit ambiguous but that's the best way I can think of right now to describe it. To put it another way, MOST people would be very happy with this bass. Very picky people like myself will notice it's not the best, but it's still really good. The con for me is something the minority would encounter, which is the cables aren't as long as I would have liked. The left and right channel speaker wires which come glued together up to a certain point to help avoid clutter for the end-user needed to be pulled apart to reach each side of my bed. This won't be an issue for those looking to use this at their desktop. Those looking to use with their television probably wouldn't have to pull the wires apart too much, depending on how far apart they want the left and right channel. I employed the use of my auxiliary extension from Monoprice.com to help the speakers reach the bass at the distance I needed. But again, this is something most people wouldn't find to be issues with. The sound dial is really slick. If you see photos of it, the top is a round plastic plate/knob you can turn left/right to increase/decrease audio. I prefer this over a little dial like you'd find on an old walkman, where you have to grab the entire thing to keep it in place while you adjust (which by the way IS how the bass dial is - but this is less often adjusted so that's okay). For those who are super crazy anal sound aficionados, you do not get access to treble, panning, equalizers or whatever else you would want to be able to control outside of bass. This is not an issue for me and I care a lot about quality of sound. The remote has an auxiliary in port if you want to plug in your friend's iPhone, lap top or any other kind of electronic. The cable to receive audio is your standard 3.5mm jack to go out to your computer, or in my case, the Airport Express. In short, this was definitely a worthy purchase. In total, with free shipping, I only paid $37.54. For some kick-ass sound, that's a great deal. I would highly recommend this for anyone seeking something simple, slick and loud.

Soddisfa perfettamente le mie aspettative. Un suono pieno ed avvolgente ottimo sia per musica e film che per divertimento. Decisamente ottimo design e qualità.

Me encantaron estas bocinas. Lei varias reseñas que mencionaban que estas bocinas duraban mucho y que debido a su gran desempeño no necesitaban reemplazarse ya que quedaban muy satisfechos. Ahora lo confirmo. El volume hub es muy util, trae entradas para AUX (por si quieres conectar y cambiar rapidamente a un aparato movil), entrada para audifonos (que redirige el sonido a ellos), control de bajo y volumen. Lo mejor es que no ocupa un puerto USB. El bajo es potente y claro, las bocinas suenan bien pero si hay que trabajar un poco con ellas en la configuracion para llegar a ese punto perfecto en el que las queremos. Yo les baje un poco el agudo para compensar ya que el bajo al principio es muy potente (las vibraciones se sienten en toda la casa) y lo tuve que disminuir un poco. Las bocinas son de un tamaño justo y no ocupan mucho espacio. En general me parece muy buena opcion para bocinas en entry-level.

Excellent sound for the price, my only criticism is that nowhere on the description did it say it was 110 volt , however that was soon remedied overall I am very happy with the product.

I bought this because of the raving reviews I saw online. But once it came home and I played it, it was nothing more than a below average system. I have a 2500 rupees F&D system that sounds much nicer and has much better bass. I can't possibly believe those customers who praised it out of the world! Since there were so many such good comments about this piece, I can only surmise that there are two models of this system and that some get the cheap build version and others get the good one. Its made in China, by the way. I have returned the piece. Cart2india charges 20% for returning the piece so I lost Rs. 2000 in the process, plus shipping charges. BAD BUY!

So.. If you sit in front of these at a desk, you won't be able to listen to them on full constantly. They go pretty loud, bass isn't a thumper but definitely good enough.. considering the cost of a real sub and the cost of these speakers. Base control and volume control on the wheel which also is LED lit so you can find it easy at night. My only complaint is the wheel is about 270 degrees of rotation from min - =max volume. I wish it was a like 180 or something smaller, or that you could push the blue LED to mute the speakers. Oh well, pretty nice if you don't want to spend a bunch but you need speakers.