Logitech Z-5500 Digital Surround Sound Speaker System

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Product Details of Logitech Z-5500 Digital Surround Sound Speaker System

Description

The result is the Logitech Z-5500 Digital, a THX-certified, 500-watt 5.1 surround sound speaker system that offers everything you could possibly want... and some things you didn't even know you needed. And once you plug in your PC, DVD or music player, or video game console, you will never want to listen to anything else.

Quick Glance

Total RMS Power: 505 W (RMS) / 1 kW (PMPO)

General Features: THX

Speaker Config: 5.1

Sound Supported: Dolby Digital (5.1), Dolby Pro-Logic II, DTS (5.1), DTS 96/24

Summary

Product Title: Logitech Z-5500 Digital Surround Sound Speaker System

Manufacturer: Logitech

Lowest Price: $959.99

Power Score: 4.6 | 48 Reviews

Sound Processing

Number of Included Speakers: 5.1

Sound Supported: Dolby Digital (5.1), Dolby Pro-Logic II, DTS (5.1), DTS 96/24

Other Features

Input: Audio Line In, 3 x 3.5mm Stereo Pin

General Features: THX

Amplification

Total Power: 505 W (RMS) / 1 kW (PMPO)

Watts per Channel: 62 W/channel

Watts Center: 69 W

Watts Subwoofer: 188 W

Signal To Noise Ratio: > 94 dB Typical 100

Frequency Response Range: 33 Hz to 20 kHz

General

Impedance: 8000 ohm(s)

Warranty

Warranty Information: 2 Year Limited

More Info

URL: Manufacturer Link

Additional Specifications

Frequency Band: Digital equalization: The Z-5500 Digital actively adjusts frequency response in real time for the cleanest, most accurate sound reproduction. DTS 96/24 support: Enjoy studio-quality sound thanks to the Z-5500's support for 96 kHz / 24-bit digital audio streams. Innovative satellite design: Cloth grilles are removable for a pro-audio look. Pedestals rotate for easy wall mounting or desk placement. Center channel can be mounted on wall, above or below monitor. Connect to multiple sources: Simultaneously connect 6 audio sources including PCs, video game consoles, and DVD, CD & portable music playe... and control it all from the Digital SoundTouch Control Center. Digital SoundTouch Control Center: Digital LCD: Clear, crisp high contrast display Input: Select audio source (optical, coax, or direct) Effect: Select digital surround sound effect Settings: Adjust parameters of digital surround sound effects Mute: Mute the entire system Level: Adjust volume, subwoofer, center, and fader levels Pro-audio style knob: Oversized, weighted control knob with digital precision System Power Auxiliary input jack: For convenient connection to portable audio devices (CD, MP3, MiniDisc, etc.) Source Inputs: Digital optical for DVD or CD players, PlayStation®2, Xbox [ Requires Xbox Advanced AV Pack or Xbox® High Definition AV Pack, sold separately, or PC sound cards (requires optical cable, sold separately) ] Digital coaxial for DVD or CD players or PC sound cards (requires coaxial cable, sold separately) 6 channel direct (3 stereo-mini connectors) for 2, 4, or 6 channel PC sound cards OR 6 channel direct (3 stereo-mini connectors) for 3 stereo analog mini audio sources, like CD and DVD players, Playstation 2, Xbox, or 2 channel PC sound cards (some devices may require stereo mini to dual RCA adapter, sold separately) Analog stereo-mini (on side panel of control center) for portable CD, MP3,or MiniDisc players Maximum SPL: >115 dB System Compatibility: PC/Mac CD MP3 DVD PlayStation Xbox

Product Series: Z

Green Compliance: Yes

RMS Output Power: 505 W

PMPO Output Power: 1010 W

Number of Analog Audio Input: 1

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Reviews on Logitech Z-5500 Digital Surround Sound Speaker System

  • 5
  By member: dmwhitedragon - Dec 12, 2004

Logitech Z-5500 Digital Surround Sound Speaker System

Strengths: great low/mid/high quality.

Weakness: none to speak of

after alot of use i have come to much preffer these over my old Z-680 set. There is alot of changes (it is not just the woofer like some people claim... check the site) the mid range is alot clearer and the woofer is no longer "boomy" but can still output thunderous shakes that rock my mirror on the wall. the woofer along with its increase in size has gained alot of clarity in its bass frequency...

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  • 5
  By member: cbrooker - Nov 10, 2004

Logitech Z-5500 Digital Surround Sound Speaker System

Strengths: Incredible sound, great sound output options, window-rattling bass, excellent control console.

Weakness: Speakers are connected to wire--some may find it preferable to attach speakers to their own speaker wire.

The first thing I noticed when I opened the box was that the subwoofer was much larger than I would have expected. It is easily as large as the subwoofers found on premium home theater setups. Looking at the subwoofer, satellites, and console, it was clear that this was as serious as a computer speaker setup gets. It was not going to disappoint, either. I logged onto Napster, and the first song I...

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  • 5
  By member: sampson2269 - Jan 31, 2005

Logitech Z-5500 Digital Surround Sound Speaker System

Strengths: Okay These things are insane the base in them is just crystal clear among with everything else the surround sounds just awsome, i can't recomend these things enough to anyone a definite buy.

Weakness: I Cant seem to find any weekness everything about these speakers are awsome bout the only weekness would be that they don't have removable speaker wire.

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  • 5
  By member: wblackledg - Jan 11, 2006

WOW!!

Strengths: 10 years ago this sound quality would have cost you at least $1200

Weakness: Wall Mounting. Its goofy... The main controller is the size of a brick.

These things sound great!! The box it comes in is the size of a large dorm room refrigerator. (~60 lbs) I believe I read that the wires are permanently fixed to each speaker. This is not the case. However you get about 12 to 15 feet of wire per speaker, so you may want to buy a spool of 100 feet of 16 / 18 gauge at Radio Shack or someplace before you begin. The controller is very large and sort...

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  • 5
  By member: FeldmanSkitzoid - Nov 1, 2004

Logitech Z-5500 Digital Surround Sound Speaker System

Strengths: Great sound, incredible bass. Extremely easy to set up and use. THX-certified (meaning: they're theater-quality). They look great.

Weakness: Um...the speakers could swivel a bit more on their bases to make them easier to aim. The box they come in is pretty heavy...

This is the best speaker system I've ever heard. My roommate was watching Lord of the Rings, and I thought the deep rumbling I was hearing through the wall was a nasty thunderstorm brewing outside. You really can't go wrong with this setup. If you have the cash and you want the best speakers you can buy with that cash, you'll have a VERY hard time finding something better, if you can. Which I...

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  • 5
  By member: attikusrex - Mar 25, 2005

Logitech Z-5500 Digital Surround Sound Speaker System

Strengths: Crisp sound, realistic sound and thumping bass - and it's like a receiver!

Weakness: if I were to choose one...it would be the lack of treble control

This system is absolutely amazing. I had it hooked up via analog for a while and it was better than my ADA885 Altec Lansing THX certified speakers. Though I got those for around $250 I didn't hear the humungous difference everyone was speaking of! So at that point it was worth my money but didn't know if the upgrade was really necessary (the ADA885 rocked!!!) But then I bought a digital cable and...

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  • 5
  By member: tweety66 - Dec 2, 2004

Logitech Z-5500 Digital Surround Sound Speaker System

Strengths: quality of sound, bass, options

Weakness: nothing

These things i turned half way up and they knocked a couple of pictures off of the wall in my room and the walls were shaking everywhere else. everything is crystal clear and the power is awesome. i highly reccommend these speakers to any gamer or computer multimedia user.

  • 5
  By member: usametric - May 4, 2007

Scary!!!

Strengths: Seemingly endless volume. More power than you will ever need. Near perfect sound reproduction.

Weakness: Vista driver support.

I absolutely love these speakers. I rarely get them past half way as they are loud! I'm thinking about using them in my living room as they blow my Sony entertainment unit away! Example: I was listening to Chemical Brothers - Influenced, and it actually moved my door in the office until it was almost closed!! I am not making that up. The only draw back, and its a big one, is lack of driver...

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  • 5
  By member: gman757 - Mar 19, 2005

Logitech Z-5500 Digital Surround Sound Speaker System

Strengths: Unbelievable sound. Kickin' bass. Handles a variety of connections.

Weakness: Subwoofer is rediculously large. Control panel is huge too. All inputs are made through the control panel which can be awkward.

These are the best sounding computer speakers I've ever heard. Period. The quality is so good, you could easily use these speakers in your living room and connect your DVD player and Playstation2/Xbox to it if you wanted to. I keep the volume down to about 30-40% to keep things reasonable. But heck, if you want to go deaf, it will even let you boost the volume above 100%! It will decode Dolby...

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  • 5
  By member: kroos - Nov 10, 2004

Logitech Z-5500 Digital Surround Sound Speaker System

Strengths: Audio quality, ease of use, multiple connection options.

Weakness: Documentation not up to the quality of the product.

Incredible speakers, I never imagined PC audio could sound this good. I'm using a coaxial digital connection to an Audigy 2 ZS soundcard......96 kHz sampling on stereo, amazing 5.1 with Dolby Digital and DTS decoders built in for DVD's! The control pad is very intuitive, and remembers settings by input. Variable effects selectable based on input type. Sub is tight and clear. The satellites are...

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  • 4.0
  productwiki.com - Dec 19, 2009

Logitech Z-5500 Digital 5.1 Speaker System

A 500-watt, THX-certified, speaker system, the Logitech Z-5500 Digital 5.1 Speaker System offers quality sound for your home theater. Features 6 inputs Digital optical via SP/DIFF Digital coaxial 6-channel direct analog stereo Five (5) satellite speakers, 3 inch, 62W phase plug drivers Subwoofer 10-inch, 188W driver 33Hz–22KHz bandwidth ... PROS: (1) good bang for the buck (2) provides an...

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  • 5.0
  bestcovery.com - Dec 3, 2008

Best PC Speakers

Bestcovery experts have rated the Logitech Z-5500 5.1 Speaker System as the Best PC Speakers. This product has also been rated as a best pick for the Best 5.1 PC Speakers and Best Gaming PC Speakers. Bestcovery's experts recommend the best products and services for a particular need based on extensive research and evaluations. Click below to see Bestcovery's full review of this product.

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  • 4.3
  testseek.com - Nov 4, 2008

Logitech Z-5500

Testseek.com has collected 28 expert reviews for Logitech Z-5500 and the average expert rating is 87 of 100. The average score reflects the expert community’s view on this product. Click below and use Testseek.com to see all ratings, product awards and conclusions.

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  • 4.0
  audioholics.com - Jan 31, 2005

Logitech Z-5500 Digital THX Speakers Review

We were pleased to review Logitech's flagship Z-5500 Digital Multimedia System and found out that this system can not only play very loud, but it's an economical way to get a Dolby Digital/DTS receiver in an incredibly small form factor. Recently, Audioholics has been working towards establishing a solid gaming review environment and bringing these additional perspectives to our readers. For...

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