Creative Labs GigaWorks G550W ProGamer THX-Certified 5.1 Surround Sound Speaker System with Wireless Rear Speakers

by Creative Labs

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 16 x 28 x 18 inches ; 83 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 50 pounds
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B000ENMN1W
• Item model number: 51MF4080AA001
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #75,141 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: July 7, 2004

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

Rear speaker freedom for movies and games

Creative GigaWorks® G550W¹ wireless speakers are the THX™ Certified solution for ultimate 5.1 audio on the PC. Ideal for gaming, home theatre, PC use and MP3 listening, they offer maximum convenience by eliminating untidy surround cables to the rear satellites. They then add the extra flexibility of a wireless remote that can even control key functions on popular Creative MP3 players²! Sound quality is outstanding, thanks to high-efficiency, full-frequency satellites and a new wood subwoofer with a dual ported design for aggressive bass - great for games and movies. Satellites and subwoofer are finished in black, with metal grilles for a distinctive look, and the design includes a headphone output for private listening.

Subwoofer and Satellite:

	Performance tuned satellite Powerful 36 Watts RMS, highly-efficient 3" full-range driver for greater sonic accuracy and Flared DynaPort™  for extended lower midrange sound, these satellites are built for heavy metal.
	Dual Flared DynaPorts Dual Flared DynaPorts maximises airflow and improves the overall bass response, bringing all your entertainment to life.
	High-Powered Subwoofer Highly efficient 8" front-firing long-throw driver and a 130Watts RMS subwoofer delivers exhilarating audio performance, bringing the BOOM into your movies and games.
	Wireless Rear Speakers Enjoy 2.4GHz wireless transmission for clear and uninterrupted listening. Your audio playback and quality is never compromised. (The recommended wireless transmission range between the transmitter and receiver module is 8 meters)
	Wireless Transmitter / Remote Control Includes Headphone jack, Auxillary line-in and large easy-to-read dual seven segment LED displays. Remote control 2 includes CMSS Upmix stereo source to 5.1, Bass, Treble, Centre and Rear adjustment and Volume.
	Subwoofer rear panel Additional convenience with CMSS Upmix stereo source to 5.1 and convenient Auxillary line-in for MP3, CD and Minidisc.
	Neat and easy setup User friendly set up automatically detects the best frequency required, thanks to the robust wireless transmission to the rear satellites speakers. Rear cables can be hidden discreetly and requires only 1 power outlet, making it convenient to place the Receiver/Amplifier for the rear satellite speakers.

Product Description

Creative GigaWorks ProGamer G550W wireless speakers are the THX Certified solution for ultimate 5.1 audio on the PC. Ideal for gaming, home theatre, PC use and MP3 listening, they offer maximum convenience by eliminating untidy surround cables to the rear satellites. They then add the extra flexibility of a wireless remote that can even control key functions on popular Creative MP3 players. Sound quality is outstanding, due to high-efficiency, full-frequency satellites and a new wood subwoofer with a dual ported design for aggressive bass great for games and movies. Satellites and subwoofer are finished in black with metal grilles for a distinctive look. Remote control 2 includes CMSS Upmix stereo source to 5.1, Bass, Treble, Centre and Rear adjustment and Volume User friendly set up automatically detects the best frequency required Speaker Power - 36 Watts RMS per channel (5 channels) Subwoofer Power - 130 Watts RMS Frequency Response - 35Hz - 20kHz Signal to Noise ratio - 85dB

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

30 of 30 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Sound and Functionality, February 17, 2007

By	J. Veilleux - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: Creative Labs GigaWorks G550W ProGamer THX-Certified 5.1 Surround Sound Speaker System with Wireless Rear Speakers (Electronics)

I play games and listen to music, and this is one fine system for doing both. I especially wanted this system for its architecture (wireless surround-sound speakers, powered by an electrical outlet instead of batteries). The surround-sound wireless connection is flawless, and the setup is nice and neat with no cables getting in the way--and of course, the sound quality is superb. The one problem I have, which took me a while to figure out, is not really a problem with this system in itself. I use a Linksys wireless router and network card, which both run at the same frequency (2.4 GHz) as the wireless speaker connection. Turns out when I have the speakers on, my wireless connection to my router gets blocked most of the time. I verified this several times by switching my speakers on and off. So just one thing to consider. Hopefully, I can fix this by playing around with different channels on my wi-fi network.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Incredible Sound and Functionality, WHEN it works, November 5, 2008

By	Randall Jones (Springfield, VA United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

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This review is from: Creative Labs GigaWorks G550W ProGamer THX-Certified 5.1 Surround Sound Speaker System with Wireless Rear Speakers (Electronics)

I bought these speakers based on reviews from many different sources. I admit they sound great, amazing actualy. The remote is fabulous and the wireless rear speakers are just what anyone needs for any office or home. The speakers are equally balanced for any type of music and/or PC game. The clarity at any volume level is amazing especialy low volumes which I have never enjoyed from a non-home speaker set. Grant it I did have the speakers coupled with a very high end sound card.

To the point. Like I said these speakers ROCK, WHEN they work. I have purchased and returned this speaker system TWICE. Once through an Amazon vendor, once through another vendor. Like I said they sound amazing so I tried a second time.

Basically the speakers would work when first powered up then they would simply fade out and stop working. When I contacted the original sellers they both said they were aware of this issue with this specific system. I am not going to get bitten a third time. It's a waste of my time having to rebox and return ship them.

A friend of mine has the same system, no problems what so ever. Maybe the sound Gods hate me? Who can say. Like I said I loved them when they worked. You decide.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars THIS IS AN JUNK SPEAKER SYSTEM ZERO STARS, June 28, 2008

By	John Bean "beaner" (San Diego, CA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

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This review is from: Creative Labs GigaWorks G550W ProGamer THX-Certified 5.1 Surround Sound Speaker System with Wireless Rear Speakers (Electronics)

THIS IS A 1 STAR * THE 5 WAS A MISTAKE
I am using this system on a Home Theater PC I just built. I couldn't be more pleased with their performance and flexibility. The wireless surround and electronic control of each speaker is flawless. I replaced a cheap Sony 5.1 DVD and I can't even compare the increase in quality and output of this system. One small problem I had that others have reported is you have to keep the control box away from Linksys cable & router boxes. I thought my unit was defective because the speakers would shut off some times. I moved my Linksys cable router to another room and the problem quit. For the price I don't think you could find a better system.

I did have to return them because the control box went out. I plan to try another set though. They are really nice when they work.


I couldn't have designed a more stupid speaker system I tried. This dumb speaker system shuts down every time it get hot or get interference from almost anything. The real kicker is that it has it's own controls and you have to readjust each speaker when you can get it working again. Instead of adjusting your settings with your computer (a novel idea, this is why I bought a computer) this stupid speaker system loses all you adjustment every time it craps out. For $400 you would think they could make speakers that would stay on. Disregard my previous review. I didn't know how bad it was then.