Altec Lansing 641's?

[Kadarin]

I was just wondering if anyone here has these, and if so, what do you think? How do they compare to Klipsch ProMedia/Logitech, and have you had any problems? I have an older set of Altec Lansing 2.1s, which sound great for what they are, and this is a possible upgrade.

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Thanks!

 

In my experience Klipsch has always been a better product than altec lansing. I have tested different sets of speakers from both manufacturers, and overall I would say Klipsch all the way. Even the newest of the Altec Lansing speakers cannot seem to match the high output quality of the Klipsch. I currently have the Klipsch 2.1 promedia and they are by far the best multimedia speakers I have ever heard, bested only by the Klipsch 4.1 and 5.1 systems. As for the Logitech THX speakers, I have heard them but have not really had a chance to compare them with the others. Best bet is Klipsch, despite the hefty price tag.

 

[Funyuns101]

the only bad thing about the 641's that stirred me away was the huge subwoofer that is as tall as my computer... i think it's like a double sub. i went with the logitech which sound great to me... and it was the same price as the altecs. so it was a good deal, you can find the logitechs online for rather cheap... just make sure to pair whichever speakers with a good sound card... my 2 cents

 

[Kadarin]

Thanks for the opinions, guys..

 

[Workin']

I've had 641's for several months. I guarantee you will not be disappointed. That is if you have room for them, they are quite large.

They are MUCH better than the Logitech z-560's at reproducing music; for games, where sonic accuracy is not needed, who cares?

To my ears the Klipsch speakers are WAY too screechy sounding, and super expensive as well.