Logitech X-240 2.1 Speakers (Black)

by Logitech

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 13 x 10.2 x 7 inches ; 1 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 8.4 pounds
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B000MDZWUS
• Item model number: 970285-0403
• Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (164 customer reviews)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: October 2, 2001

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

Turn your computer into a powerful digital music center.

The stow-away MP3 cradle makes the Logitech X-240 speakers more than just a great speaker system for your computer.  Connect your digital audio player with the included auxiliary cable, or use your own USB/power cable to sync, charge and play digital music from your iPod, Zune, PDA or mobile phone.  Dynamic, real-time bass equalization maximizes bass response from the down-firing subwoofer while high-excursion drivers provide rich sound from the slim, stylish satellites. 

Features

Stow-away device cradle Connect your MP3 player to the auxiliary input, or use your own USB/power cable for syncing and charging.		Convenient volume and power controls Enjoy deep, rich sound or use the headphone jack to listen to your music privately.		Stylish metal grills The modern yet durable design complements any computer system or home decor.

• Ported, down-firing subwoofer - Displaces more air for deeper bass.
• High-excursion satellite drivers - Provide rich sound while maintaining a slim profile.
• Headphone jack - Allows you to enjoy your music privately.

Specifications

• Total FTC power: 25 watts RMS   
  • Sub-woofer: 15 watts RMS (into 8 ohms, @ 100Hz, @ 10% THD)
  • Satellites: Left/Right: 5 watts RMS x 2 (into 8 ohms, @ 1khz, @ 10% THD)
• Total peak power: 50 watts
• Frequency response: 40Hz - 20kHz
• Drivers:
  • Satellites: 2" high-excursion driver
  • Subwoofer: 4" ported driver
• Speaker dimensions (H x W x D):
  • Satellites: 6.9" x 2.6" x 3.8"
  • Subwoofer: 8.7" x 5.9" x 8.7"
• Signal-to-noise ratio: >96dB

Package Contents

• Speakers:
  • 2 satellites
  • 1 subwoofer
• Control center with integrated MP3 player cradle
• Color coded audio cable
• MP3 player cable
• iPod, iPod video, iPod nano adapters
• Microsoft Zune adapter
• 2 year limited warranty
• User´s manual

Product Description

Logitech X-240 2.1 Speaker System

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

94 of 95 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Stick with the X-230, November 27, 2007

By 

Sprout (Port Townsend, WA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Logitech X-240 2.1 Speakers (Black) (Personal Computers)

I've owned the Logitech X-230s for several years and have always been more than pleased with their performance. They're easily the best sounding speakers in their price range. When it came time to buy another set of speakers for a second computer, I went searching for a new set of X-230s, but in my search I saw that there was a newer X-240 line of speakers, comparably priced. I assumed that I would be getting nearly the same or better sound quality out of a newer generation of my X-230s, but when they arrived the next day (amazon prime has changed my life) I was sorely disappointed.

The sound quality is lacking significantly compared to the X-230s, and no matter what I did to my sound settings on my computer and the bass level on the subwoofer, I could not get away from the muddled mid-range tones. The highs are quite tinny and the speakers put out almost nothing in the lower range, instead relying on the subwoofer to do all the low-end sound. Even with my the subwoofer turned all the way down on the X-230, you still get fairly deep tones, but not so with the X-240s. If you turn the sub all the way down, you're left with speakers that sound no better than the ones Dell throws in free with your purchase of a discount computer.

Just to make sure there wasn't a problem with the computer I hooked it up to, like a bad setting in the sound card properties making the output sound hideous, I swapped computers that the X-230 and X-240 were connected to. Sure enough, the X-240 still sounded awful while the X-230s still put out that beautifully clear, rich tone that I've always expected from them.

About the subwoofer. The cone is a standard paper cone, which is no big deal, but I'm very bothered by the fact that it is not protected in any way. There is no cover for the cone itself, which is located on the outer side of the bottom panel. The legs raise it off the ground a little bit, but heaven help you if the sub gets knocked over or something gets kicked underneath it. The X-230 features an extremely sturdy metal cover over its cone and it is very well protected, and has survived numerous bumps and kicks over the years.

The only advantage this speaker has over the x-230s is the little MP3 player port, if you can even really call it that, mostly just a cheap plastic stand which just requires more space on your desk, and requires you to run more wires... Great if you're into that sort of thing!

So my best advice is to get the Logitech x-230 instead of the x-240 if you're looking for great sound from an inexpensive 2.1 package.

59 of 63 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars A Downgrade? X-230 > X-240. Disappointing..., June 1, 2008

By 

Kiyo M. - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Logitech X-240 2.1 Speakers (Black) (Personal Computers)

Odd... well, one would think a product released later with a higher model number would be better. Apparently, that rule does not apply here. Sneaky marketing?

I also own the X-230 and I was very impressed with it, considering they're 2.1 speakers. The X-230 actually feels like surround sound. However, I can't say the same about the X-240's. The X-240 just sounds like what one would usually expect from 2.1 speakers.

The X-230 has two drivers in each speaker (total of four), whereas this new version, X-240, only contains one; that may be why it sounds more flat.

The X-240 sounds like I'm just listening from a regular jukebox. It doesn't sound terrible, but it just doesn't have that rich dynamic feel and sounds a bit muffled.

The X-230 bass is pretty overpowering even at the lowest setting; maybe because of those complaints, Logitech decided to make the X-240 rely more on treble and tried to go for clarity. Unfortunately, the result ended up sounding more flat. I guess Logitech tried to cut back costs by using only one driver for each speaker. Bad idea.

Speaking of cheap... honestly, the dock is very cheap. Basically, you slide it out -- and it doesn't even come out that far -- where you place one of the plastic "adapters" (included for the iPod, Zune, etc...). I tried to set it up, so I could place the iPod sync cable and place my iPod Classic, but that was a mess. The cable would not hold in place firmly at all; and without connecting to it, there wouldn't be anything secure to hold the mp3 player. The "dock" (if you can even call it that) is just unreliable and worthless for me. There's really no weight to the "dock", so it would easily knock over. It is basically a HUGE volume remote. The volume control is also on the side of the dock, and the dial, again, feels cheap. The speaker dial for the X-230 is located nicely on the speaker and the design/feel is so much better.

Bad ergonomics: The X-230 cradle (huge remote) is also hard wired together to the subwoofer, so that makes it very difficult setting it up on the desk.

Everything--ergonomics, design, sound--the previous model, X-230, wins against the X-240. I was looking forward for the added "dock" feature, but that is truly a gimmick. It was definitely an afterthought.

I own many Logitech products, and I've been impressed with most of them, but this one was disappointing. The sound difference is quite significant. If you have a choice between the two, I would definitely go for the X-230, even if it costs a little extra. No question.

If you absolutely can't stand bass, then the X-240 may be for you--but you will also be sacrificing a more dynamic surround sound because of less speaker drivers.

In the end, these are just "Okay" speakers.

38 of 42 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Read ALL of the Reviews, April 17, 2008

By 

Kathy L. Wulfken "wulfofthesun" (OH USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Logitech X-240 2.1 Speakers (Black) (Personal Computers)

Attention potential X-240 buyers: Be sure to read all of the reviews for this item. After reading the top-rated review I was a little discouraged, but I went with my gut and bought the X-240s, and they r very nice speakers, the only thing u need to watch out for: that "muffled" sound talked about stems from using the green tipped cord, instead of that cord find a small black aux in cord and on the side of the ipod holder find a little port with a musical note next to it, connect that with the small black cord to your ipod or computer, the sound is really quality with that connection (Although I don't know why, just trust me it works.) The x-240s r great speakers, so be sure to read all the reviews before you make up your mind.