Creative Labs GigaWorks HD50 2.0 Multimedia Speaker System with High Definition Drivers and BasXPort Technology
From Creative Labs
The GigaWorks HD50 speaker system combines high definition drivers with Titanium supertweeters for smooth, detailed audio performance in a compact, elegant design. Built-in BasXPort technology delivers enhanced bass without the need for a bulky subwoofer or hassle of extra wires. The high glossy White finish adds a touch of class to any desktop.
- Amazon Sales Rank: #30041 in Consumer Electronics
- Brand: Creative Labs
- Model: MF1590EF
- Dimensions: 5.50" h x 3.25" w x 2.75" l, 4.40 pounds
Hi-definition audio from amazingly small speakers
The GigaWorks HD50 speaker system combines high definition drivers with Titanium supertweeters for smooth, detailed audio performance in a compact, elegant design. Built-in BasXPort technology delivers enhanced bass without the need for a bulky subwoofer or hassle of extra wires. The high glossy White finish adds a touch of class to any desktop. 
High definition drivers
Enjoy big sound that you wouldn’t expect from such a small, compact set of desktop speaker
Titanium supertweeters
Hear crystal clear highs without muffling or distortion
BasXPort technology
Enhances bass response without the bulkiness of a subwoofer or the hassle of extra wires 
Technical Specifications
• Model: HD50
• Power rating: 36 W RMS total power (18 W per speaker)
• Frequency response: 50 Hz-20 kHz
• Signal-to-noise ratio (SNR): 80db
• Speaker dimensions: 3.6 x 2.7 x 5.5 inches / 91 x 70 x 141 millimeters
• Speaker weight: 1.05 pounds / 480 grams
• Available color: High gloss White
• Warranty: 1-year limited warranty
Package Contents
• GigaWorks HD50 speakers
• Power adapter
• Stereo-to-stereo audio cable (6 ft.)
• Quick Start guide
Good sound quality from compact speakers
We installed these speakers in our kitchen, where we regularly play our media players while cooking, and entertaining. Even placed on top of the kitchen cabinets and turned all the way up, they put out crisp, clear sound that is well balanced. Both the high and low ends are well handled by these speakers, yet they are considerably smaller than other desktop speakers we own. Unfortunately for laptop owners, these are not USB powered, making them a less convenient choice, but they are an excellent option for desktop users, or those who generally set up their laptop in a setting near an outlet. Also, at this price point, I would have expected a remote. We are very please with the sound qualityof these speakers.
These small speakers pack a serious punch.
I am not a speaker expert nor am I an audiophile. I have several ipods and a vast musical library of classic rock, jazz & classical and these little speakers are great sounding. They are rugged, metal frames and the sound they produce is warm and crisp. Very good lows, mids & highs. Very impressive for such a small footprint. Set up is normal for speakers, plug then in etc. Nice blue glow on the volume knob is a nice touch. I use these connected to my Airport Express to listen to my itunes library remotely but you could use for any purpose really. I think its be overkill to use these as just computer speakers though.
ONLY downside and why I gave them 3 starts instead of 4/5 is there is NO remote included, thats a shame. Great little pair of speakers and no remote. That should have been a no brainer. Even my low cost sony ipod speakers have a remote. That would have made these an excellent deal.
Okay speakers, but not great
Other reviewers have covered the audio details much better than I could possibly do. I'm not an audiophile, and the technical details of sound systems are way beyond me.
So all I can do is review these speakers as a "layman", based on my listening experience. I don't use speakers with an MP3 player, so I can't rate this product on that basis. The only way I use speakers is with my PC, on my desktop.
These speakers are definitely much better than the ones I was using with my laptop system, which are pretty generic $35 range speakers. The sound from the HD50 is much cleaner and brighter. As other reviewers had said, there's not much to speak of in the bass range. I played with the equalizer from my sound driver, and got something acceptable. But you're not going to get big, booming bass from these speakers.
I listen to a variety of music, including classical, rock, new age, folk, swing and big band. I tried the HD50 with all of them, and the sound was very good. I didn't hear any distortion, even when I turned the volume up pretty high on the speakers. I played streaming radio and CDs, and also streaming video and DVDs. Oh, and games, can't forget games. The HD50 performed well with all of them.
These are great speakers for my use... sitting a couple of feet from my ears, playing background music while I'm working, or playing games when I'm taking a break. But I'm not sure they're worth the price Creative is asking for them.
