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The speakers or headphones you use can make the difference between a simple PC experience and a high quality, professional entertainment experience. Read reviews and ratings here to find out what's best for you, which prices are best, what's best for movies and what's best for gaming.
Creative Inspire T6100 5.1 Surround Sound System
The Creative Inspire T6100 5.1 surround sound audio system is an inexpensive, compact surround sound system that still delivers quality sound in a convenient package.
Logitech G51 5.1 Surround Sound System
A review of Logitech's latest G-series speakers, the G51 5.1 Surround Sound System, which is designed for gamers, but enhances anyone's audio experience.
How to Test and Adjust your PC Audio System
Having a sophisticated surround sound audio system for your computer, and the advanced, high-tech PC audio card that it usually requires takes more than simply purchasing it. You have to set up, test, calibrate and generally ensure yourself of the quality of your PC system, and here's how to do it.
What is Surround Sound Audio
What is surround sound? What is a 5.1 audio system? What is the difference between 2.1, 5.1, and other types of surround sound speaker systems? Answer those questions here, with a simple guide to surround sound audio systems, including what they include, and what they're for.
What Does THX Certified Mean for Speakers or Audio Systems
"THX Certified" is an industry standard for professional digital audio reproduction that means the sound your surround sound speaker system produces is being heard as the audio engineer intended, even in your small home theater or PC 5.1 surround sound set up.
Do I Need a 5.1 Surround Sound System for My Computer?
Everything you need to know when you're considering a 5.1 surround sound speaker system for your computer. Many different types of PC users can find great use in 5.1 audio systems.
Logitech Z-5500 THX-Certified 5.1 Surround Sound System
The Logitech Z-5500 THX-Certified 5.1 Multimedia Surround Sound System reviewed, ranked and rated. See the features, functionality and performance of this premium audio system. Pros and cons of this 5.1 surround sound system from Logitech.
Frisby Fs-5015 5.1 3000 Watt Surround Sound System
The Frisby Fs-5015 5.1 3000 Watt Surround Sound System looks great and packs quite a punch at a very cheap price, as is clear in this review in which the powerful surround sound speaker system is ranked, rated, and reviewed for performance and features, not to mention style. Affordable yet powerful sound.
Five 2.1 Speaker Systems for Under $100

Not everyone wants $2,000 surround sound systems in every room of the house. So, the next best thing is a low cost 2.1 speaker system that hooks directly into your PC, and the options listed below are all effective and inexpensive. Because you still need a decent audio setup if you use your computer for any sort of multimedia purpose.

Sony SRSD21X 2.1 Multimedia Speaker System
The Sony SRSD21X 2.1 Multimedia Speaker System is a cheap solution for quality sound. With two satellites and a subwoofer for powerful bass, the SRSD21X is equipped with what you need for a good audio experience.
Logitech Z-2300 THX-Certified 2.1 Speaker System
The Logitech Z-2300 THX-Certified 2.1 Speaker System offers professional-quality sound at a reasonable price. Even with just two satellite speakers and a subwoofer, this system has achieved THX certification to assure even the most thrifty of audiophiles that they're getting their money's worth.
Creative Labs I-Trigue 3330 2.1 Speaker System
The Creative Labs I-Trigue 3330 speaker system is a 2.1 multimedia audio set up geared toward desktop PC users with an interest in quality PC sound on a budget.
Altec Lansing VS4221 2.1 Speaker System Music & Gaming System
The Altec Lansing VS4221 2.1 Speaker System Music & Gaming System is a speaker set featuring a subwoofer and two satellite speakers, all of which are specially designed for music and gaming applications.
Review: Bose Companion 2 Series II Multimedia Speakers
The Bose Companion 2 Series II multimedia speakers provide great sound quality from a simple set of two desktop speakers. Enhance your computing experience with rich audio technology from Bose.
5 Fashionable Earbuds Under $20
Listening in Public Has Never Been So Stylish
Maxell NC-III Noise Cancellation Headphones
Maxell's NC-III Noise Cancellation Headphones reviewed, ranked and rated.
Review: Altec Lansing AHS322 Stereo Headset
The Altec Lansing AHS322 stereo headset reviewed, tested, and compared for price. Those interested in buying or upgrading their headset, earphones, microphone, or any of the above should be curious about this series from Altec Lansing.
Bose Speakers/Headphones
Bose is one of the most innovative and widely praised sound technology companies in the world. Both their headphones and their speaker sets are worth checking out.
Headphones at Sony Style
Sony is an international brand name and trusted manufacturer of audio technology.
Jaybird Bluetooth Headphones
Jaybird is a prestigious headphone brand which deals primarily with stylish Bluetooth headphones.
Wireless-Speakers.org
Wireless-Speakers.org is a site dedicated to the research, purchase, installation and maintenance of wireless speakers in the home.
Klipsch Audio Technology
Klipsch is one of the most historic and venerable audio technology companies in the world.

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