Altec Lansing VS2321 2.1 Powered Audio System

List Price: $49.99

Features:

• Box Contents - Two speakers, one subwoofer, Color-coded cables, User's guide and quick connect instructions
• Specially engineered full-range neodymium speakers smoothly deliver a full spectrum of pure, distinct sound with unprecedented signal accuracy
• High-Quality Bass feel the low frequency bass from the XdB-enhanced ported, front-firing, long-throw subwoofer set in a solidly built wooden cabinet
• SFX Sound Field Xpander Technology delivers a wider stereo image for bigger sound at the touch of a button
• Versatile design makes any room in your home looks smart with the subwoofer's ability to be upright or on its side

Customer Reviews:

Poor Manufacturing [Posted on 2007-07-17]
This product was defective out of the box. The left speaker wasnt working.
This is my second Altec Lansing speaker, I have to agree that they are good speakers with very good sound, as long as they work, my other system lost one speaker after 4 months.

All in all there seem to be quality/manufacturing issues.

My friend has the same issue, they stopped working 7 months into the purchase, and Altec Lansing would take replacements, but shipping has to borne out by yourself, this some times makes buying a new set more reasonable.
I have burnt my hands twice and would advice caution, with Altec Lansing

Good Speakers - Bad Sub [Posted on 2008-02-20]
I was looking for speakers for my mp3 player and pc. I was only looking to spend around 50 bucks and get some pretty good speakers. I came across these speakers online and saw some good reviews. I found it at target later in the week for 50 bucks after tax. The speakers produced a pretty crisp sound and the subwoofer had some bass for a while. After a year of having this though, the subwoofer just stopped working. The speakers still work and the sound isn't bad. But without the sub, these speakers produce a sound that any generic computer speakers can produce or pc speakers that you can buy for 20 bucks at wal-mart. If you are looking for a great sound, you get what you pay for, I guess. I think I am going to shell out close to 100 on my next pair and get some better quality speakers because these aren't that great.

Cheap but Expensive [Posted on 2008-06-28]
If you need speakers for you laptop or desktop, you may want to check a small shelf system. After all, these are not portable. Spend a little more money, but get what you want, a solution, not a problem. The interference in these speakers is really annoying, and I don't use my cell or any other devises... I am returning these today.

Altec Lansing did it again!!! [Posted on 2008-07-07]
Phenomenal speakers for the price! If you want an amazing sound for a little price, don't look anywhere else. I'm a "quality over quantity" kind of person, so if you want booming sound, look elsewhere. If you want amazing sound and don't want to disrupt your neighbors, you'll love these speakers!

I've been a musician for 15 years, and appreciate quality speakers. I've also recommended a 400w surround sound system ($200) from altec lansing, for a friend, and he couldn't have been more grateful. I'll always back Altec Lansing, and no, I'm not a spokesperson, just a die hard fan. They just continue to blow me away.

BUY THEM.. best value out there!

Great Sound!...If you can get around the interference. [Posted on 2008-08-18]
On display my local Target, these speakers sounded too good to be true for only fifty bucks. Beautiful high-quality sound, a not-to-deep bass from the low-powered subwoofer, and the 'SFX' button (simulates surround sound) just makes these things shine.

What really takes the luster off these otherwise brilliant speakers is the lack of electronic interference shielding. Any closer than three feet from my wireless g router and they emit an annoying hiss/groan that is like nails on a chalkboard. Need to make a cell phone call? You better RUN from these mothers or you're getting a real earful with a sound akin to the shriek of a dying animal.

Other than that, these things are great. Just be warned.

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