PC multimedia speakers PC Speakers

The Bottom Line: While the JBL Duet III speakers just don't have a lot of oomph to them, they look good and offer decent sound.

Specs: PC multimedia speakers, 4.6 in x 4.6 in x 12 in, Black, Active, 3 KOhm, 10 Watt

The Bottom Line: If you're in the market for a fun-looking, clear-sounding set of speakers for you office or dorm room, the JBL Duet II is a good choice.

Specs: PC multimedia speakers, 4 in x 4 in x 10 in, Black, Active, 3 KOhm, 6 Watt

The Bottom Line: Altec Lansing's Expressionist Classic FX2020 PC speakers may not blow you away with their sound quality, but their distinctive look will win them some fans.

Specs: PC multimedia speakers, 5 in x 6.3 in x 5 in, Active, 7.5 Watt

The Bottom Line: While the great-looking Altec Lansing Expressionist Bass FX3022 multimedia speakers fall a little short for music listening, their potent bass makes them a better choice for gaming and movie watching.

Specs: PC multimedia speakers, 5.3 in x 5.3 in x 10 in, Active, 3.5 Watt, 9 Watt

The Bottom Line: While we weren't blown away by their sound, the Logitech Z-5s' combination of a simple, clean design, USB connectivity, and some basic remote operation make them a decent value in the sub-$100 PC speaker space.

Specs: PC multimedia speakers, Active

The Bottom Line: The LaCie USB speakers are too expensive for a niche product that places style over substance. The speakers look fancy and will undoubtedly attract attention...until you actually hear them.

Specs: PC multimedia speakers, 5.3 in x 3.5 in x 3.9 in, Active, 1 Watt

The Bottom Line: Bose's entry-level Companion 2 Series II speakers offer good bass and dual inputs--but they're not the best-sounding PC speakers in their price class.

Specs: PC multimedia speakers, 3.4 in x 6 in x 7.5 in, Silver, Active

The Bottom Line: The tiny Bose MusicMonitor computer speakers are ideal for buyers who need the smallest possible speakers, but you can find better-sounding--albeit much larger--alternatives at this price.

Specs: PC multimedia speakers, 2.5 in x 4.1 in x 4.1 in, Metallic silver, Active

The Bottom Line: The Creative GigaWorks T40 is a good choice for those looking for larger than average size and sound in their PC speakers.

Specs: PC multimedia speakers, 4.6 in x 5.9 in x 12.6 in, Active, 14 Watt

The Bottom Line: Swans created a great-looking, affordable product that falls short on bass.

Specs: PC multimedia speakers, 4.8 in x 4.8 in x 4.8 in, White, Active, 33 KOhm, 85 dB, 5 Watt