Altec Lansing VS2121 2.1 Computer Speaker System (3-Speaker, Black & Silver)

by Altec Lansing

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 8.2 pounds
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B0001FZB8A
• Item model number: VS2121
• Average Customer Review: 2.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (37 customer reviews)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: February 1, 2004

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

Whether you're listening to music, playing games or watching movies, the Altec Lansing 2.1-channel VS2121 system will bring your entertainment to life--without hogging space or breaking your budget. The system produces 6 watts per channel for each of its 2 satellite speakers with an impressive 16 watts channeled to the subwoofer.

Even the subwoofer is compact, with a 4-inch woofer and ported (bass-reflex) enclosure. As such, it won't produce deep bass: at a deep but not earth-shaking 40 Hz, its output is 10 dB quieter than it is at, say, 150 Hz (the "mid-bass" region). But it should provide the satellite speakers with a greater sense of musical fullness and body than they'd have otherwise.

Altec Lansing's SFX (Sound Field Xpander) Technology widens the stereo image for a bigger sound at the touch of a button (does not work when using headphones). Plus, the speakers' flat-panel design and metallic look make them ideal companions to your flat-panel monitor.

Arrange the satellite speakers to suit your listening tastes--anywhere from right next to your monitor to as far apart as the speaker cords allow. Use the key hole on the back of each speaker to mount them on the wall. For optimum sound, place the speakers at or slightly above ear level.

All stereo-encoded information is heard through the satellite speakers, which are magnetically shielded for distortion-free placement near your TV or monitor. The subwoofer contains no stereo imaging, as its sound is non-directional. As a result, the subwoofer doesn't have to be placed in any particular relationship to the satellites. However, placing the subwoofer on the floor close to a wall or room corner should provide better bass efficiency and optimum sound.

The subwoofer is not magnetically shielded, so be sure to keep it at least 2 feet from TVs, computer monitors, computer hard drives, or any other magnetic media (e.g. floppy disks, Zip disks, computer or audio tapes, etc.).

What's in the Box
Two speakers, 1 subwoofer, a user's manual, a quick-connect card (may be located on internal box flaps), and warranty/registration information.

Product Description

VS2121 Powered Audio 3-Piece System. More boom for your buck! Looks great next to flat panel monitors.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great Speakers for the price, April 20, 2004

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AS "Progress is a 'Work-In-Progress" (Dallas, TX) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Altec Lansing VS2121 2.1 Computer Speaker System (3-Speaker, Black & Silver) (Personal Computers)

I bought these speakers recently for my Dell PC. The power and clarity of sound is awesome. I like to listen my music loud and these provide ample loudness. The reason for not giving 5 stars is because there is some static in the speakers when the cellphone rings or when I switch on/off the other's room lights.
I have plugged it into a surge protector and kept the wires away from other electrical equipment, but still some disturbance persists. But it is not a big problem, because it only happens when the cellphone rings near the speakers.
These are definitely a great buy.

Pros:
1. Awesome sound. Good clarity and bass
2. Sleek looks
3. Goes perfect with Dell Flat LCD monitors. Even the silver matches with the Flat Panel's silver stand. The speakers are pretty might
4. Great buy for the price.

Cons:
1. Some static. But if you keep your cellphone far away, it is minimal

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Small studio like's 'em, July 28, 2004

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G. L Willow - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Altec Lansing VS2121 2.1 Computer Speaker System (3-Speaker, Black & Silver) (Personal Computers)

I needed to replace some PC speakers and took a chance on how these would sound in my small home studio. It is one thing to mix through the headphones, but another just sit back and listen to speakers afterwards.

Nice quality sound for $50! I do not need to crank the volumn, but occassionaly you need to. Handles well for what I need them. More than appropriate for mp3's in an apartment. Good studio playback. They just simply sound good... Listening to them now ;)

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Nice sound up to mid ranges but too much interference, January 15, 2005

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John Montognese (MADISON, WI USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Altec Lansing VS2121 2.1 Computer Speaker System (3-Speaker, Black & Silver) (Personal Computers)

This is a very affordable, attractive pair of speakers that I bought for my new Dell. They aren't as loud as my old Altec Lansing's, which were actually THX certified but went with the old PC. However, the middle range sounds are very clear and crisp and the bass is more than can be expected in this price range.

The real problem is the interference I get. I think it's from my neighbor's TV. Anyway, what sounds like a TV station comes through the left satellite very faintly. Which means I have to turn my volume up higher to make sure I hear only my music. It's not ideal so I'm probably going to take them back.

However, if I didn't get interference they would probably be a delightful set of speakers for most computers. I'm going to cough up the $150 and get a 2.1 set of Klipsch instead.