Sony HT-SS370 vs Logitech Z-5500: Anyone has advice on which one I should take ?
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good question. i have the sony ss370. don't know how the logitech is but the sony is great! Like you i use it to play games on ps3. i only own one BR- spiderman 3 that came with the ps3. i find gaming on it OK. it really shines when you play movies though. the biggest advantage is that it has 3 hdmi imput jacks on the back and a pass through system so you still hear sound through your tv speakers when the unit is off. music sounds really good too! btw it has 1000 watts and the logitech had 550 i think. dont know how much of a difference that makes
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I've been asking myself the same thing.Seems like there is a hugh difference in price. I need to pick one, so anyone have any suggestions on how to quickly evaluate them? What would be the top three criteria I need to know to pick one? I've been tracking prices on next tag (that's to them you can see the price drops). So, I'm leaning toward the 1000 model unless someone knows of another model/brand that does the same thing--cheaper!Logitech Harmony 550 Universal Remote $77.00Logitech Harmony One Advanced Universal Remote $202.58Monster MCC AV100 Activity-based A/V Home Theater $160.70Logitech Harmony 890 Advanced Universal Remote Control $269.99Logitech Harmony 1000 (now down under $260 at JR and Crutchfield) I've been asking myself the same thing.Seems like there is a hugh difference in price. I need to pick one, so anyone have any suggestions on how to quickly evaluate them? What would be the top three criteria I need to know to pick one? I've been tracking prices on next tag (that's to them you can see the price drops). So, I'm leaning toward the 1000 model unless someone knows of another model/brand that does the same thing--cheaper!Logitech Harmony 550 Universal Remote $77.00Logitech Harmony One Advanced Universal Remote $202.58Monster MCC AV100 Activity-based... » Read More I've been asking myself the same thing.Seems like there is a hugh difference in price. I need to pick one, so anyone have any suggestions on how to quickly evaluate them? What would be the top three criteria I need to know to pick one? I've been tracking prices on next tag (that's to them you can see the price drops). So, I'm leaning toward the 1000 model unless someone knows of another model/brand that does the same thing--cheaper!Logitech Harmony 550 Universal Remote $77.00Logitech Harmony One Advanced Universal Remote $202.58Monster MCC AV100 Activity-based A/V Home Theater $160.70Logitech Harmony 890 Advanced Universal Remote Control $269.99Logitech Harmony 1000 (now down under $260 at JR and Crutchfield) « Show Less
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Right, the DMC-ZS8. I'm still trying to find an answer to that question. Also, has anyone heard anything good about the DMC ZS9?
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Pinkerton - Thanks so much for the information! I've found another solution for the TV. But now I'm looking into upgrading to HD radio and definitely considering the Zvox 325 now that I know the audio input specs. Thanks again! Cheers!
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I prefer Klipsch. The logitech doesn't have as rich sound in mid-ranges which I play a lot. I purchased the z623 and compared it side by side to my friend's Klipsch and much preferred the Klipsch. The sound is louder, broader and richer. I am returning the z623.
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I have both models - the MDRZX300 has better sound - much richer and more bass. The mdrzx100s aren't terrible, and are fine for casual listening or movies. But if you really like music, you are better off getting this pair or the cheaper model.
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no doubt the logitech z-2300. but they do lack a midrange. the subwoofer is a little big..
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I have the same question! I'm having the same experience with the Sonys and that's why I'm thinking of purchasing these. Did you find out anything?
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i think buy rage wireless because it has 50 mm sound driver.if it has big sound driver it will noise carefully and laughly bu if u say evo zxr its perfect but i think creative sound blaster tactic rage nicer than creative sound blaster evo z usb and wireless
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I tried a replacement with my Z5500 Logitech thx but it did not work. Save your money and get the next best which is the Logitech Z906 System.The base sound will not replace the Quality of the Z5500 Woofer. But the sound is great for a PC. Amazon has it. But I got mine at http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/search?Ntt=z906+logitech&N;=0&InitialSearch;=yes&sts;=ma&Top;+Nav-Search= for $320.00Good luck
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You have my complete sympathy! I bought my 350 in September of 2008 for $350. A month later the s360 hit the market at a bit over $200. As far as a difference other than price, the 350 weighs in at almost twice what the 360 does, Per Amazon, 7 vs. 12 pounds. As an old school audiophile I still tend to put my trust in heavier equipment (I know its silly but old habits die hard). The 350 has provided excellent service but my 2 year old Oppo DV 981HD DVD player provides superior up scaling. If you can still return your 350 I'd suggest you consider kicking in 100 bucks more and order the Oppo BDP 83. I've spent too much on 2 players in the past two years to even consider that and I might not even see or hear the difference. Bottom Line: You have a good reliable machine but like me, paid too much for it!
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The Logitech LS21 2.1 only connects to a sound source via the jack commonly found on most MP3 players and cell phones. In my opinion and after owning the Logitech speakers for over two years now, I'd say these speakers are better suited for a PC, cell phone or laptop. Some TVs feature a headphone jack so you could connect the Logitechs that way, but you'll most likely have the wire showing if the jack is in the front of your Samsung TV. Don't bother with these for your Samsung. Just get a surround sound strip, as you'll get better sound from that vs. the Logitechs . I like the Logitechs for the computer and/or cell phone, but for the sound quality you get that's about it for applications. The sound is good and I have no complaints. Not Pristine highs and midrange, but if you adjust the subwoofer's volume down a little, you'll get a pretty decent full sound. I hope this helped.
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I have a Sony VAIO Y-Series laptop that's about a year or so old. It has a 13.3" screen and weighs 3.9 pounds. I bought the Logitech Z305 and it fits perfectly. However, if the laptop is sitting on a desk or table, I find that I have to keep the screen near vertical, otherwise the added weight along the top edge of the screen causes it to lean back on its hinges. This will probably cause the hinges to wear or break at some point. Also, if the laptop is left unattended in such a scenario, the laptop base will lift off the table since I'm not there to hold it down. I'd keep the speaker sitting on the desk/table in such a scenario. If I'm using the laptop on my lap, the base isn't perfectly flat, i.e. the front of the laptop is at a lower level than the rear, so the counterweight effect of the speaker isn't as much of an issue. In summary, the Z305 should work better with a larger/heavier laptop, but I still kept it because I don't mind letting it sit on the table/desk. It sounds quite decent, as well.
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Logitech does not make any speakers that can come anywhere close to having sound quality on par with the cheapest set of Klipsch speakers. Forget everything you've seen about the amount of power because that doesn't tell you anything about how well it well sound. Both speaker systems get plenty loud. If you don't believe me, buy both and return the Logitechs after you realize how terrible they sound in comparison.
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I recently bought Onkyo 5300 and today noticed that S6300 has come down in price. I think spending little extra to acquire HT-S6300 is well worth it. I absolutely love Ht-5300 but the speakers are huge! I like sleeker look of Ht-s6300, plus up conversion, aux mic features are worth spending little extra money. But if you don't care about that, HT-S5300 is very good system with excellent sound. Haven't checked out Yamaha, so can't comment on it.
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Rather than answer your question specifically, let me just say that I found the purchase of the Logitech Harmony 1000 to be the only mistake I made in the development of my "Man Cave". Don't get sucked in by the lure of a lower price. Buy the Logitech 1100. I probably went overboard and bought two of them, one for the upstairs and the other for downstairs. Meanwhile, the Logitech 1000 is stuck in a closet and will probably never see the light of day again. It was so frustrating trying to use it. On the other hand, I could not be happier with the 1100. It is absolutely a lifesaver. Rather than answer your question specifically, let me just say that I found the purchase of the Logitech Harmony 1000 to be the only mistake I made in the development of my "Man Cave". Don't get sucked in by the lure of a lower price. Buy the Logitech 1100. I probably went overboard and bought two of them, one for the upstairs and the other for downstairs. Meanwhile, the Logitech 1000 is stuck in a closet and will probably never see the light of day again. It was so frustrating trying to use it. On the other hand, I could not be happier with the 1100. It is absolutely a lifesaver.
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The 250 ohm pros have a little more bass and clamp a little tighter around your head. The difference doesn't amount to much, and it certainly doesn't amount to paying $200 extra. Just go with the pros and you'll be good. You also shouldn't have a problem with your Sound Blaster Z and these.