Review: Logitech Speakers X-240 2.1
posted by: John Vincent Hilario
The new speakers by Logitech model X-240 2.1 are nothing short of exceptional. With crystal-clear sound and minimal distortion, they provide your space with an awe-inspiring ambiance. The sleek design is only surpassed by its smooth sound. At $49.99, the Logitech X-240 speaker system includes two satellite speakers that give off a polished sound and a “down-firing” subwoofer with four inch drivers meaning the bass is directed down to contribute to the quality, with an adjustable bass control. The system also includes a separate control center with an integrated (stow-away) cradle for your MP3 player and even cell phone. The control center also includes a headphone jack for private listening. The system is compatible with both a Mac and PC and this supported with their supply of both Apple iPod and Microsoft Zune adapters for the cradle.What I particularly enjoyed about the Logitech speaker system — and other Logitech products for that matter – is the ease with setup, very much so a “plug-and-play” arrangement. It isn’t at all tedious to set up and you’re ready begin listening in no time. I also enjoyed being able to provide my MP3 player with these great speakers. It’s worth mentioning that your computer needs not be on for it to play, again another example of Logitech’s great “plug-and-play” feature. The set comes with an audio cable that can be plugged into any headphone jack for an experience that definitely sets the desired mood.
Specifications
Total FTC power: 25 watts RMS
Sub-woofer: 15 watts RMS (into 8 ohms, @ 100Hz, @ 10% THD)
Satellites: Left/Right: 5 watts RMS x 2
(into 8 ohms, @ 1khz, @ 10% THD)
Total peak power: 50 watts
Frequency response: 40Hz - 20kHz
Signal-to-noise ratio: >96dB
Drivers:
Satellites: 2″ high-excursion driver
Subwoofer: 4″ ported driver
Speaker dimensions (H x W x D):
Satellites: 6.9″ x 2.6″ x 3.8″
Subwoofer: 8.7″ x 5.9″ x 8.7″
Price:
Logitech: $49.99
July 8th, 2007 at 4:24 pm
I do agree John, most Logitech products are of high quality and quite easy to set up, like my Logitech MX Revolution Mouse. Which, by the way I should have a review of soon.
July 23rd, 2007 at 1:17 pm
I need some new speakers so this is good to read. I am definitely going to consider these!
July 25th, 2007 at 12:53 pm
Once again thanks for this review. I am waiting for these speakers to arrive!!
March 16th, 2008 at 12:05 am
i have a question, i bought a new pc with vista and i also bought this speaker setup but i cant get it to play.. do i need to download a plug and play or what do i do. this system is brand new and had no software, speakers or etc install except vista .. can you tell me what to do
March 25th, 2008 at 12:51 am
I am also facing this kind of problem. Now a days Vista is creating a lots of problem. As per my opinion you have to download the software, install software, drivers…then after try to play the system.
Regards
Vikas
July 5th, 2008 at 7:45 pm
I’ve been considering a set of speakers for the computer proper, now I’ve read a positive review, think I’ll go for them, thanks!
December 6th, 2008 at 9:17 am
Vikas these speakers are amazing for their size and they should work with vista, but how unreliable vista is i dont what to tell ya. these speakers down firing woofer is the best. another great product from logitech.:)
regards
Jagnum9
May 1st, 2009 at 11:34 am
I have the X-240 speakers but when I turn up the bass on the subwoofer there is a constant background humming noise, how can I get rid of this?