Cyber Acoustics CA-3001RB 2.1 Subwoofer/Satellite System- Black Reviews

• The Worst Ever - Get some headphones

  
  By ACNP5NLWBY20Y on 2003-05-02
  Headphones have better quality than these, unfortunately the $$$ price tag lured me in. I may be spoiled becuase I have a nice speaker system at home, but when I bought these for the office, I was extremely dissapointed. Here's why...

  The subwoofer distorts, even at VERY low volume and there is a buzz inside the enclosure too.
  The tweeters are very tinny sounding and the volume is not balanced between the sub and the tweeters.

  You really get what you pay for with these speakers...
  
  

• Great speaker system for the price

  
  By A275EKDI4J4C5D on 2004-04-29
  I bought this speaker system a year ago and now it still works fine! The sound quality isn't that bad as some previous reviews stated. On the contrary, high is clear and bass is decent, mid-range is not that vivid though. But, wait, what do you expect for such a tiny little system. It's stylish as well IMHO. I really enjoy it. (...)
  Updated on 6/10/2005:
  Over two years passed, this baby is still great!
  
  

• RFP from FLA.

  
  By A2J0NO592JVGC5 on 2003-03-27
  This speaker system is great for my portable DVD system and I love it! Buy the system if you want a great sound in a small place like your bedroom. It gives great sound for the money. You'll be satisfied.
  
  

• Broken Subwoofer

  
  By ATG4LHPF20S14 on 2004-03-25
  I've only had these speakers for 6 months and the subwoofer has already stopped working. These speakers are cheap but they are also flimsy and have poor workmanship. Spend the few extra bucks and get something better.
  
  

• I would rate this speaker NEGTIVE FIVE star if I could

  
  By ANG7EO5EFU20P on 2005-08-10
  Dear friends,
  buy this product if you don't mind having crappy speakers that cracks constantly and picks up the noise from electric current as soon as you turn it on. I mean to be fair, of course I am not expecting sound quality from high-end audio systems that are more then ten times pricier, but trust me, these speakers sucks so bad that they don't even worth a couple bucks. If you don't trust me, then go ahead and buy it. But don't regret that you are not warned!
  
  
• kinda get what you pay for
  By AE4HLXFI3UKLJ on 2004-04-21
  The sound quality isn't great but I didn't expect much for 9 dollars, or whatever. One thing though, the speakers are supposed to be black, it even says black on the box, but they're off white-ish grey. Oh well. Not terrible, overall.
  
  
• ok
  By on 2003-03-14
  bad bad bad do not buy its bad no im just playing it good for its size its a little to small that all ok bye
  
  
• Good Speakers for a good price.
  By A34VFZ4ZM7DQZO on 2005-03-27
  Don't expect a Bose sound quality coming out of these speakers for 20 dollars. But they are really nice speakers. The design is nice. Really small, blue light to indicate the speakers are turned on, and of course it comes with a subwoofer. The sound is under-toned, but very clear. I got the white-gray version for my laptop and the black version for my desktop computer. Get the black ones, much more sleeker and simple. You could find these speakers ranging from 15 to 20 dollars. Anything above 20, means you're paying too much for them. So yes I'm satisfied with these speakers. Go get them!
  
  
• Lack of shielding is a major problem
  By ANBJ6T65F2XN9 on 2007-01-25
  I'm giving these 2 stars because the sound is not horrible, although you certainly should not expect deep sub-bass or high-quality sound.
  
  The real problem is the lack of shielding. As others have noted, the speakers pick up radio frequency interference. Mine make a -loud- and very alarming noise a fraction of a second before my cell phone rings or gets a text message. They also make a strange sound when airplanes fly overhead. Additionally, I get a low hum from them when music is not playing.
  
  Since these are not sheilded, they may also cause problems (interference) with CRT monitors, but I cannot verify this as I have LCD's.
  
  All in all, I would definitely NOT recommend these.
  
  
• good for the extra computer
  By A2PJ70LREI9W1N on 2005-03-16
  I bought these speakers for an extra computer I set up for classes (colage student). They sound a lot better than the 2 peice set I had. the Bass is weak and breaks up if you turn these up, but this set has really good highs. I replaced the kicker with an old stereo speaker form a dead bookshelf stereo system. Overall, these are better than a 2 peice setup but don't expect to be jamming out with these speakers though, they are ok for games but the explosions make them break up a little, bottom line if you need speakers cheap, these are cheap speakers. For better speakers at around the same price get the Cyber Acustic CA-3080, asim #B00005BC0J
  
  
  
• You can't beat them for the price
  By AK536TCZST9B on 2006-07-13
  I have an office at work. I type all day long, and listen to music. Because people are constantly walking up to me, I prefer to have my music out-loud. We all know how good computer speakers are.
  
  For under 20 bucks, I now have decent sound, decent bass, and more than tolerable music. Over all, this is exactly what I was looking for. And, if they get stolen, well, it's less than $20 I've lost.
  
  I have not noticed any problem with electric current or anything else causing staticl, as one of the other reviewers states. Of course, I don't have them turned up all that loud, either. The quality may well suffer at a loud volume.
  
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• Just Plugged These In and WOW
  By A2U322FYL3W72W on 2007-01-20
  Before I got this speaker system I had a pair of typical, funky little speakers. I was sick of not being able to hear anything with any boost or definition.
  
  When I opened the package, I went "oh,oh". They are soooo small.
  
  So, I plugged it all in anyway and threw some exteme rock tunes at the system. So much better! OK, so they aren't $1000 surround sound speakers for your computer or whatever. They give maximum bang for the buck and for so few bucks, that's a lot of bang.
  
  My advice is this: if you're sick of your little speakers that came with your Dell or Gateway or generic PC, buy these. They will definitely brighten up your day.
  
  P.S. People who write spotlight reviews should really learn to spele.
  
  
• Great speaker for its price
  By A3D63XB8ZC13N7 on 2007-03-29
  I purchased this speaker for around $17 and I got more than what I expected from this speaker system. I have the subwoofer placed right under my desk and that has made listening to music a lot more enjoyable. The only down side to this speaker is the lack of a headphone jack.
  
  
• The best bang for the bucks
  By A1DCRRL7U6S73F on 2007-01-03
  Imagine how surprising it is to find a set of what I really expected to be cheap knock around speakers (for listening to iTunes when I'm using my laptop) and finding a gem of a set! These sound better than pretty much everything else under $150!!! They may be "cheap" but they sound fabulous. The treble and bass combo are perfect!
  
  
• BEST BANG FOR THE BUCK
  By A1DFH69QSKPVSZ on 2007-03-14
  I listened and Compared lots of different systems. This is the best sounding for the price range.........Sound rivals those that are 3 times as high.........Now if your looking for Bose sound buy Bose....Can't beat for under$50
  
  
• thay are cheep, but on the other hand; thay are cheep
  By A3N95F9U9YXTH5 on 2005-12-13
  Well... I have heard better. Here are some other things you (yes you!) should know about these:
  with there lack of RF\IF shielding you will, faintly, hear local radio stations, or just static. And when your computer is turned off, the power stays on to these, so you will still hear the radio or static coming out of them, but that can be fixed by turning them off, but, you will have to turn them back on when you want to listen to something.
  Being a 2.1 system rather than a 2.0 system, it has better lows then speaker systems without a subwoofer: in fact, before I got a subwoofer to go with the Harman/Kardon's that I replaced these with, I found myself missing these cheep BLK's because the BLK's could go lower.
  
  That said, I shall call these: just OK.
  
  
• Astounding! You won't find any better sound for the price.
  By A2SNA20B9OH8OZ on 2006-12-14
  These and the white model (CA-3000) give the clearest, richest, and most full-bodied sound I've ever heard from any $20 set of speakers. Especially if you put the subwoofer in a confined corner or in a wooden cubbyhole of some kind. Don't abuse them and they will last for years (I have 3 sets, 2 over 3yrs old). CA really hit the nail on this audio design.
  
  Pros: Astoundingly good sound for the price.
  
  Cons: Tends to pick up RF interferance easily from cell phones and the like as far as 7ft away.
  
  
• Unbelievable value for the money
  By AW9I7GMBZ2C5R on 2007-01-19
  This is another gem for under $20. The sound is crisp and the bass adequate for its small size. I've been using CA speaker system with subwoofer for 4 PCs/laptops at home for years and am very satisfied with the fine quality.
  
  
• Excellent Speakers
  By AY6WAN5L6M0TK on 2007-02-02
  I bought a new laptop recently and plugged my desktop speakers, which I hadn't used in quite a while, into the machine. They didn't work. After researching online for a new pair of speakers I came across these ones. They had pretty good reviews and so I thought what the heck, I will go buy them and if they aren't good I will return them. Well needless to say I haven't returned them. These speakers are great. The sound is awesome. Better than the $50+ speakers I had for my desktop and the subwoofer is great. For the price that I paid I was extreamly satisfied with the product. They are not as good a Bose speakers or anything but for under $30 you can't go wrong. The only complaint I have and it is not a huge deal at all is that the blue LED light on the main speaker that tells you your speakers are on is pretty bright.
  
  Overall I would highly recommed these speakers for anyone who is budget concious and can't afford expensive speakers.
  
  
  
  
  
• Great Speakers!!!
  By A3QJT317IDUXX1 on 2007-03-03
  I love this set of speakers. I got a deal at Staples for $9.95 and it's the best investment ever.
  
  There aren't any issues with catching radio singles like others have indicated. I just love them.
  
  
• Ok
  By A21K42A6IXZ3RN on 2007-03-08
  If you like heavy sound...this is not the system you want to buy, it may be ok for a laptop.
  
  
• Great Sound
  By A3TBXP33IP6ETY on 2007-03-24
  I bought these speakers for a Christmas present and then decided to buy 2 more for my son and daughter. The sound is terrific for such an inexpensive item. I would highly recommend them to go with any MP3 player.
  
  
• pretty much amazing
  By A2NXVZX0HS5GJ4 on 2007-03-25
  so basically...i needed some bass to liven up my dorm room...and this product gave me what i wanted...the quality of the speakers is amazing and i am LOVING the subwoofer (although my neighbors may not be)
  
  
• Awesome little speaker system!
  By A1DGDAMPEP1DZY on 2007-05-02
  Very good sound for the price. It is better with the low and high frequencies up a little. The only problem is that the subwoofer housing is too small. Just put it into another box, even cardboard makes it sound better. It brings out the sub-frequencies. I use it with my PC and MP3 player.
  
  
  
  
  
• Quality Product
  By AKZ32SQMCXBS2 on 2007-06-17
  This little ensemble gets the job done for a low price. Well constructed. Sub-Woofer is a little smaller than anticipated, but does the job very well. This is for use in a small room. Use for computer speakers or personal audio players. Sub has some distortion but is tolerable. Good value for $15.00.Excellent for use with Creative Zen V MP3 players.
  
  
• The price is good, but lack of shielding is a problem
  By A3QZHIHOEJFGXT on 2007-08-17
  The speakers sound pretty good -- especially for the price. But, if you get a mobile phone call, the lack of shielding makes itself heard in a loud way. This could be tolerable for some. But I got these for my work computer and its not tolerable for that use. I had to unlug the speakers immediately.
  
  
• Good sound for my needs.
  By A2PCZBBHS5F0Z2 on 2007-08-23
  I bought these speakers to use with my laptop in a small work area at home. They sounded great for radio talk shows, but for rock or urban music and jazz fusion, the midrange and highs got a little "buzzy." I adjusted them with the simple equalizer on Windows Media Player and everything was fine. I like the sleek design of the speakers - the black color complements my laptop. The woofer gives a nice bass tone.
  
  
• Spend a little more, don't buy this!
  By A35SCEEPZRXJO0 on 2007-11-30
  Ok, you can't go wrong with 20 bucks, right? Wrong!
  
  The sound quality is so-so. Not terrible, but not too great either. The mids are not full enough, which perhaps is expected from speakers of this price range. The subwoofers are reasonable. Overall, the sound quality, while not great, are still deserving of 4 stars because of the price factor.
  
  The reason I am giving it 2 stars is the ANNOYING sound it makes every few minutes, just before a cell phone is going to ring, or there is some electrical disturbance, and sometimes for reasons unknown to me (perhaps a cell phone 20 feet away!). There is no shielding whatsoever. The noise is highly disturbing, and EXTREMELY loud (it doesnt matter if the speaker volume is turned down). I was actually woken up from sleep last night by a terrible screech it made around 1 AM. In short, it has made the speakers unusable for my purposes and I am going to return them today.
  
  
• Don't Bother - Poor Quality
  By A21L0B9R9CAF6F on 2008-04-20
  Not worth the time or money - Poor Quality - Even Worse Sound - lots of crackels and pops - inside interference!
  
  
• Terrible
  By A12GB3SDHV0AQL on 2008-08-31
  They pick up the noise from electrical currents as soon as you turn them on. Most annoying sound, TRASH.
  
  

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