Archive for May, 2007

Logitech Z-2300 Computer Speakers Review

If you are looking for great computer speakers look no further than the Logitech Z-2300 speakers. The Z-2300 system is a THX-certified 2.1-channel speaker system with ported subwoofer.

Be warned the the subwoofer is pretty large. It houses an 8inch long throw speaker in an enclosure that is about 11″ x 11″ x 15″. The subwoofer is rated at 120 watts and the speakers are 40 watts.

Sound wise I have never heard better sounding speakers for the computer. Quite honestly this system can reach sound levels that will shake your walls. The bass is unbelievable. When my non-computer geek friends are over they are shocked that all the sound they are hearing come from this little computer system. One time I was cranking a movie trailer and my wife ran into the room thinking there was a tornado outside.

I was so impressed with this system that I almost bought the Z-5500 Digital 5.1 system for my main surround sound speakers in the entertainment room.

You can buy the Z-2300 system new for about $115 at Amazon.

When I bough mine I took a chance on a refubished unit for about $70. It has worked perfectly.

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Sennheiser HD 202 Over The Ear Headphones

There are time when you need headphones that block out ambient noise or offer more hi fidelity that earbuds or small headphones.

I use these headphones for my computer. They are great for doing audio editing and recording. I am very picky about my headphones. The Sennheiser HD 202 sound excellent and are a bargain $25 to boot at Amazon.

Some of the reviews complain that they are a little tight. I have to agree that they are a little tight when they are new. You get a little fatigued after wearing them for 20 minutes or so. However after that become a little broken in the headband does loosen up it death grip on your head and they become more comfortable with more use.

Highly recommended.

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Kodak C763 7.1 MP Camera

I have been in the market for a compact digital camera. I currently have a Kodak Z series digicam. It looks like a digital SLR but technically isn’t. Ireally like it since it allows me take pictures in manual mode just like an SLR. The problem is that I want a simple point and shoot that can easily slip into my pocket without dragging my shirt down to my knees.

I was in my local Best Buy and checked out the Kodak C763. This camera is tiny and light weight. The price was about $179. It almost seemed perfect until I saw the video specifications. The C763 shoots Motion-JPEG at 15 fps. Uh oh…dealbreaker. I want to be able to shoot 30fps at 640 × 480.

The reason I’m a little picky is that I have a friend with a Pentax camera. His video footage isn’t as good as a regular camcorder but it does a great job at Youtube quality footage.

More on other cameras I have looked at later. However if video is not a priority for you the I recommend you take a close look at the C763.

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