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Logitech Z-5450 Digital Multimedia Speaker System Review

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Logitech Z-5450 Digital Multimedia Speaker System Review

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Summary

  • Product Name: Logitech Z-5450
  • Manufacturer: Logitech
  • Performance Rating: StarStarStarStar
  • Value Rating: StarStarStarStar
  • Review Date: May 30, 2006
  • MSRP: $499.95
Specifications

Power: 315 Watts RMS
- Satellites: 199 Watts RMS (2 x 38 W front, 2 x 40.5 rear, 42 W center)
- Subwoofer: 116 W
Peak Power: 630 Watts
Maximum SPL: >103dB
Frequency Response: 35Hz – 20 kHz
Inputs: 2 Digital Optical, 1 Digital Coax, 6-Channel Direct (3 stereo mini connectors) for 2-, 4- or 6-channel PC sound cards (convertible to 3 stereo analogue inputs), Analogue stereo mini (side input) for portable players, 3.5 mm stereo headphone output
Amplifier: Ultra-linear high-capacity analog
Drivers:
- Satellites: 2 1/2” aluminum phase plug
- Subwoofer: 6 1/2” high-excursion
Surround Sound Effects: Hardware decoding for Dolby Digital, DTS, DTS 96/24, Pro Logic II (movie & music), 6-Channel Direct, Stereo
Supported Digital Formats: Dolby Digital, DTS & DTS 96/24, PCM(uncompressed stereo): 44.1 kHz/16 bit through 96 kHz/24 bit
Dimension: 20.5” x 16” x 27” (gross W x H x D)
Weight: 54.4 lbs


Pros

  • Can handle a computer, a gaming system, and even has an extra input for a CD/DVD player
  • Includes a THX-certified DD/DTS controller (with Dolby Pro Logic II & DTS 96/24)
  • Very loud and clean playback of 5.1 sources

Cons

  • Subwoofer becomes muddy as volume level increases when listening to music
  • Stereo sound quality becomes harsh at high volume levels
  • Boring styling

Introduction

It seems that I spend more time in front of my computer these days than I do in my home theater. As a result, I listen to music, play games, and watch video at my desk almost every day. The idea of a true 5.1 channel surround system has never appealed to me mainly because of the logistics involved with the rear speakers. In both my office and my home computer setups, there is no good way to conceal speaker wires running to the rear surrounds. With the introduction of the Z-5450 Digital multimedia speaker system, Logitech has solved this problem.
  1. Z-5450 Features
  2. Z-5450 Build Quality, Setup, and SoundTouch Control Center
  3. Z-5450 Use and Conclusion
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