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Customer Reviews of Creative Labs Gigaworks S750 7 Piece THX 7.1 Speaker System

Fantastic Surround Imaging with Stunning Clarity and PUNCH!
THE REVIEWER: I am a composer, live sound reinforcement engineer and own my own recording studio in the Dallas area. I am a huge fan of high-end audio, and in particular, surround sound! When it came time to build my new PC, I opted for the newest Creative Audigy 2ZS sound card...which more than met all of my needs for gaming and *most* of my MIDI and less demanding digital audio work. Now, first, I must say that the Gigaworks line-up is astounding on its own; however, add to any Gigaworks arrangement the Audigy2 line of audio cards, and there can be no other combination for your PC! I admit to being a long-time user and fan of Creative products, and I make no apologies for that. From my very first SB16, through the very impressive Platinum version of SB Live! card, each product has lived up to--and even exceeded--my expectations. <
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>My original purchase was the 7.1 Megaworks setup by Creative. I can honestly say, it was a good sound, but not good enough for MY ears. The midrange was weak and definitely lacking. The distortion in the low-end was evident on truly powerful 7.1 selections, and the system had numerous resonant frequency issues , which resulted in buzzes and rattles that unnerved me! Needless to say, it WENT BACK! FAST! I audtitioned several systems this time, rather than just going by brand name and features. <
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>As with most, the Logitechs were appealing, but simply did NOT have what it took in the end. Additionaly, I configured my best friends' 5.1 Logitech setup, and I HATED it from the start. Balancing the satellites and sub with the center channel was virtually impossible. Every signal fed to it reguired tweaking of some kind. Thus, I knew the Logitech offerings were OUT! <
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>Back to Creative. (And yes, I looked at everything else from BA's on, and nothing else had the feature-set or raw power handling capacity of the Gigaworks setup!) Okay, the Megaworks was less than mind-blowing...even to the point of being disappointing...but NOT Gigaworks!!! WoW. That is it in a nutshell. I cannot seem to shake this system loose. No matter how hard I press it, this system hangs with my Polks, Klipsch and even Infinity Kappa speakers. <
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>I have a set of studio reference Tannoy NFMs (bi-amplified by Carver) that I use in my studio for mix-down, and I admit, the Creative Gigaworks are more natural and comfortable to listen to for long periods. Would I mix-down my beloved work on them...NO...but then, what professional would? That is not what Creative intended them to be used for--although some might argue they could be. <
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>BOTTOM LINE: The looks aren't as impressive as some of the Logitech offerings, but if this is what you are after, then you aren't likely to care about any of these reviews anyway! The sound is fantastic, so they can look plain for all I care. <
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>NOTES: Bass response is very impressive--although place the sub away from a corner and face the port at an angle away from any parallel walls to avoid TREMENDOUS standing waves and unnecessary (and unnatural) peaks (boominess). Most audiophiles will find it necessary to attenuate the sub output (very easily done even by remote), and most club-kids will find the bass response PERFECT no doubt! <
> The high-end is magical for a component system in this price-range. Frequency roll-off is natural, and though the satellites all have the exact same driver configuration, the high-end is not overly bright or tinny. The system is not all frequency-match and perfectly paired like many high-end system, though this is not necessary. Each satellite diligently and faithfully recreates whatever signal is fed to it. The system sits idly with NO audible hiss. In standby, the the system emits no heat, but at full-tilt, the amplifier (housed within the sub) can put off quite a bit of heat! The system does not degrade noticebly even after hours of hard use. <
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> Color-coded wiring make installation a breeze for novices, but I really wish this system was wireless (at least between the sub and satellites) but we can all have a wish-list, right?! Anyway, the wiring is probably the messiest and ugliest part of the entire setup--though not as bad as some I have seen, including my buddy's Logitechs. If you want to wall-mount the satellites, the wires aren't likely to be long enough. The center channel can easily go above or below your picture...as the software provides perfect THX phase alignment and timing adjustments. The system SHOULD come with stands for sides and rears...but again...we can WISH! (They are available from Creative's website, though not exactly cheap!) <
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>All-in-all, if you need 5.1 or 7.1 surround, and you have a VERY high-end audio card...the Gigaworks system is the only REAL solution for you. Check one out at your local retailer...or listen to your friend's, but either way, listen soon...you'll be glad you did. <
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>The money was well spent. Would do it again...and most of us have at least one major purchase we regret...so enough said. Hope you find this helpful. Happy Listening!

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Gigaworks 5.1 & 7.1 vs Logitech Z-680 5.1
Facts: I own a Logitech 4.1 z-560 400watts and Also own a Creative Gigaworks 5.1 S700 (can upgrade to the S750 at any time). <
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>Logitech Z-680 5.1 505watts RMS:, subwoofer at 188watts RMS (Internal DTS and Dolby Digital Pro II, so it can generate a DTS effect even with Sterio inputs). Some says this system has HISS but it is VERY low, you can only hear with your ear close to the subwoofer box. And at last, in my opnion I think the design looks more cool. <
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>Creative Gigaworks S700 5.1 560watts RMS: subwoofer at 210watts RMS (Does not have internal DTS or Dolby Digital, it depends 100% of the sound card, it does have CMS3 for a 5.1 emulation with sterio inputs). It does not have any kind of HISS. I dont like the design, and the satelites design makes it look like a cheap system. The subwoofer has 4 legs with is cool Now the best thing about this system is: For an additional 100.00 dollars (at any time) you can buy a kit (two satelites of 70watts each) with will transform this system on a 7.1 system exactily like the Creative Gigaworks S750 7.1 of 700watts RMS. <
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>Now the versus thing is only at the Gigaworks S700 5.1 with 560watts.. clearly the Gigaworks WINS.. so all you need to think is.. WHAT ABOUT THE 7.1 ? well just add 140watts more as the sub is 210watts exactily as the 5.1.. Well.. if it wins with 5.1 - 71 is way better.. so basicaly this system KIKK A**...... <
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>Dont waist your time with another system.. gigaworks came to rule the world.

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Gigaworks Rocks!!!
I have been into surround sound for about 6 years now, my aging 5.1 Onkyo 939 Bose AM10 system which is still a great sounding solution. However, I thought I would give a media PC system with a projector a try. I purchased the Gigaworks system to support the sound combined with the Creative Audigy 7.1 card and I was not disappointed. The EX surround really excels in a large room giving clear separation of the surround sound channels. The newer movies like Master and Commander really take advantage of the 7.1 channels to move the sounds around the boat which you feel like you are in. The sound is a bit softer and more realistic than the Onkyo, more like the Yamaha sound that many love. The base is way too much (police would be at the door from neighbors complaining) at the normal setting but is easily set to a comfortable level with the wireless remote. I really enjoy listening to music on the system since the sound level can be set low, yet due to the many speakers around the room it can be easily and clearly heard. Throw in Norah Jones on DVD on the XGA projector and man! it is like you are really there watching the sweat run down her face and hearing every sound as clearly as if you are in the room; does not get better than this; like - save your money, no need to attend any more concerts!!! Even my wife (who is normally anti surround sound) loves the surround system projector combo and has given it her official "best thing you ever did" seal of approval.

Pros: Easy wiring setup (color coded), wireless remote, great sound, low cost compared to standard surround systems, plenty of power, low distortion at high volume settings, heat produced low compared to other systems.
Cons: The volume display shows 5 green led bars that do not give a good indication of the volume level. Wires included a bit short, you will need extensions for most rooms.

I also have the Logitech Z5300 5.1 speakers which are good for my gaming PC, but not really in the same category as the Gigaworks.