Wednesday, August 25th 2010
THX Certified Logitech Speaker System Z623 Ready to Rock the House
For big, bold sound from your music, movies and games, Logitech unveiled the THX Certified Logitech Speaker System Z623. With this 2.1 system, you'll hear and feel immersive audio from 200 Watts (RMS) of power whether you're connecting the speakers to a PC or a TV.
"Whether you're listening to rock music, watching a Steven Spielberg flick, or playing your favorite video game, the experience is always richer when you get engrossed in the audio," said Mark Schneider, vice president and general manager of Logitech's audio business unit. "That's why we built the Logitech Speaker System Z623 - so you can lose yourself in whatever you're into. For DVD aficionados, music enthusiasts and hardcore gamers, the Z623 system delivers powerful audio for your room. And with THX certification, you know you're getting the best."
So you can set up the system the way you want, Logitech includes all the inputs and cables you need to get great sound from up to three audio devices. With the RCA and 3.5 mm inputs, in addition to the built-in headphone jack, you can be set up in minutes to enjoy great sound from your computer, game console, digital music players, TV or DVD player. And to put you in command, the integrated controls on the right speaker satellite let you dial the volume and bass up or down to customize your listening experience.
Logitech and THX - Delivering Pure Performance
To get you totally immersed in your audio, the Logitech Z623 speakers are THX Certified and professionally engineered to recreate the tonal balance of whatever you're listening to. To qualify for THX certification, the two-satellite-and-subwoofer Z623 speaker system has to meet strict performance standards. Logitech engineers have worked closely with THX, conducting more than 400 acoustic and electrical bench tests covering frequency response, power output, distortion, noise and overall performance. For the Logitech Z623 speakers, the result is front speakers that deliver dialogue and ambient sounds so clear it's like you're on the set of your favorite film. And you'll hear powerful, deep bass from your subwoofer as it recreates the roar of a jet engine or the sound of a collapsing bridge.
Pricing and Availability
The Logitech Speaker System Z623 is expected to be available in the U.S. and Europe in September for a suggested retail price of $149.99 (U.S.).
"Whether you're listening to rock music, watching a Steven Spielberg flick, or playing your favorite video game, the experience is always richer when you get engrossed in the audio," said Mark Schneider, vice president and general manager of Logitech's audio business unit. "That's why we built the Logitech Speaker System Z623 - so you can lose yourself in whatever you're into. For DVD aficionados, music enthusiasts and hardcore gamers, the Z623 system delivers powerful audio for your room. And with THX certification, you know you're getting the best."
Logitech and THX - Delivering Pure Performance
To get you totally immersed in your audio, the Logitech Z623 speakers are THX Certified and professionally engineered to recreate the tonal balance of whatever you're listening to. To qualify for THX certification, the two-satellite-and-subwoofer Z623 speaker system has to meet strict performance standards. Logitech engineers have worked closely with THX, conducting more than 400 acoustic and electrical bench tests covering frequency response, power output, distortion, noise and overall performance. For the Logitech Z623 speakers, the result is front speakers that deliver dialogue and ambient sounds so clear it's like you're on the set of your favorite film. And you'll hear powerful, deep bass from your subwoofer as it recreates the roar of a jet engine or the sound of a collapsing bridge.
Pricing and Availability
The Logitech Speaker System Z623 is expected to be available in the U.S. and Europe in September for a suggested retail price of $149.99 (U.S.).
34 Comments on THX Certified Logitech Speaker System Z623 Ready to Rock the House
I have their 5.1 Surround system and it is total crap.
The only attraction to this would be the subwoofer for 16 year olds to boom as loud as they can.
These don't even have a tweeter...for shame.
the one thing i don't like about these new speakers is that all of the audio controls are on the main speaker. i prefer how my z-2300's are setup with the separate audio dongle.
When you have a REAL system, you will definitely hear the difference. It's not hard to build even an affordable budget system that can play 24-bit/96Khz FLACs or SACD/Vinyls nowadays.
I have spent over $2,000 these last 2 years to build an impressive home theater experience, blowing over 250 Watts per channel (and as any audiophile knows, not everything is about watts, THD, sensitivity, etc... matters) on a 2.1 setup. And let me tell you, when you're listening to music or a movie with a lot of effects, you can tell the difference between a piece of plastic that costs $150 or a speaker crafted out of Rosewood at $900 a piece.
I don't respect THX at all after fiascos such as this.
I had z-5500, went to a $25 pawn-shop stereo with mid-range speakers and a matching 100W sub...sounds far better to my ears.
Also, what the hell does the enclosure material have to do with this? Sure, enclosures mean everything when you're talking about bass, but there is nothing wrong with "plastic" enclosures. As long as it is designed and tuned to the speakers characteristics, the enclosure material does not matter.
Rosewood is not going to sound better than MDF if both boxes are identical.
EDIT: Oh and THX is a sound studio. THX is a standard, and if a product doesn't perform they will not brand their name on it. Logitech isn't the best brand for sound but they aren't the worst, by far. Even a well known private company that does nothing but try to ensure good replication of audio for consumers is willing to put their name on it.
Music just sounds better to me out of a full range speaker that is designed to produce sub bass too.