JBL - Spot 2.1 Speaker System

I got these JBL Spots, and I couldn't decide if I wanted these or the bluetooth versions available for my macbook pro. There's plenty of cord, and the cords are in excellent manufacture. I hide the bass under the desk, and put the other spots on the desktop and they are simply wonderful. Yes, like the other reviews indicate, the controls are on the bass unit, and all the plugs together are a little tight, but once you get it down, and wrangle your wiring it is space saving. Nothing like it for sound on a laptop. There is a sound limitation if you want to fill a stadium or something, but for home, the sound is quite manageable, and is loud and clear. I haven't found the buzz yet that others speak of, since I keep my bass at range, and you can feel the beats. The teenagers stop and check out my system.

The subwoofer puts out a lot of static on all inputs. Something is not right with this model.

Absolutely zero mid-range. Tapping my foot on the floor produces more bass than the subwoofer, even with it jacked to max. Incredibly disappointed.

I'm an audiophile and if you listen to the likes of Sting, The Fratellis, Deep Forest, Enigma, Linkin Park, White Stripes, Midnight Syndicate, ambient, electronic/trance and classical music at high volumes then you'll appreciate this system. Heavy music such as Five Finger Death Punch, Devil Driver and the like, then this system will produce 'mild' distortion at mid-to-high volume levels. I bought these speakers because I wanted an affordable and space efficient set of computer speakers with a bass sub. My friends and family are impressed with the sound of these speakers, especially the $100 price tag. Everyone thought I paid much more. PROs - Good sound quality for the price. Overall this system has clear smooth highs and good lows that aren't boomy. The mid-range is mediocre. The cables for each speaker, power supply and audio jack are generous. I played 'Prey' and `WOW' through this 2.1 system and I am impressed. CONs - The bass knob at the back of the sub unit is obstructed by the "wrapper" and the knob positioning makes it difficult to reach. Mediocre mid-range. NOTE- The mid-range is mediocre due to the small size of the satellite speakers and the mid-range and bass tones are competing over this small sub woofer. This leads that some of the mid-range is compromised when mid-to-high levels of bass are passed through this small sub woofer. MY SETTINGS - I am adding this because I have been asked a few times about my volume settings. I have a MAC and I use iTunes. The volume for iTunes is almost set to 7/8 level, the volume on the speaker is set at max level, the bass level output on the sub is set [almost max] at approximate ¾ and I use my system's volume control panel to make volume adjustments. For the price I would give this unit a 5 star rating, but the mediocre mid-range and bass knob access cost it one (1) star. The "wrappers" issue is minor, just be careful removing them. WRAPPERS REMOVAL- As for the so called "removable wrappers" [aka covers] be careful about snapping the "wrappers" away from the base. In order to remove the "wrappers" you have to view the 2.1 satellite unit(s) from the bottom and look at the outer lip(s) of the metallic silver base(s) and you'll see three (3) anchor insets [anchor insets are where the "wrappers" attach/snap to the base] at the bottom of the speaker base(s) outer lip [there are 3 anchor/snap points they are approx. 2, 6 and 10 o'clock] this is where you snap the "wrappers" away from the base and also snap to the base.. I hope this helps.

I bought this speaker set years ago and it's still kickin'. The bass is phenomenal, and it can get as loud as you need it. JBL is really a quality speaker company and their cute speaker sets are definitely a must for any music lover. One thing to note, however, is that it's hard to find an aux cord that will fit these so don't lose or break the original! I made the mistake of giving mine to a friend (whose aunt promptly sold the whole speaker set without either of us knowing) and went through a few aux cords trying to fit into the awkward space. They have to have thin heads rather than something bulky or else they just won't fit. Other than that note though, these should last you a good long while and they sound great.

These are exceptional, durable speakers. I have had mine since 2007. Fantastic sound! Seeing as these were discontinued, I decided to look at the Marketplace's current prices for new/used items. I am shocked. I paid $99.99 in 2007 for new ones. Had I known that they were going to be this amazing I would have paid $199. But I am seeing some for sale here for $300+. That seems a little crazy for 5 year old technology. If mine crap out, I will get something else before I spend $300+. Probably the JBL Creature 3. Just proving a reference point for other shoppers.

Without a doubt the most brilliant and enveloping sound I've heard from PC speakers for under a hundred dollars (I got it used) and I would readily recommend it to those who enjoy there music and like tiny speakers with powerful sound (big sub-woofer though, comparatively). Nothing to detailed about this review because there is no need for me, I enjoy it enough and have no qualms that cause me to be picky. Just a word of caution, these aren't usb speakers and make sure your SRS on your computer is turned off before listening.

Ive had mine at least 5 years and would def buy again. I dont even remember if they were new or refurbished when i bought them. One of my cables is on the fritz or the input jack Not sure which.I thought they were broke and was really upset but got them working. They do have a heavy braided cable so they have taken the beating of being moved and jostled around about 15 times minimum maybe more from home to office and everywhere n between They just keep on going. This is my 2 or 3rd Mac im on since i had them. Only issue i ever had is the black and white covers on mine never fit right So i have a white & a black small speaker. If you like a lot of thump in your bottom end this will give you all the bass you need. I do a lot recording of music on you tube and they sound great . They are loud enough for any normal persons needs . I think mine are starting to go at high end the bass is starting to break up so i had to turn the bass down. But when they go im def buying another set well worth the 200.00 and i like the small foot print on my desk and the woofer on the floor under neath the desk. Def give it a thumbs up for sure