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If you've heard of Logitech's insanely popular PlayGear Pocket Case, the best rated PSP case, then you're familiar with the high quality products that Logitech makes. The PlayGear Amp, a portable and powerful mini speaker system, stays true to Logitech's high quality standards and sets the bar high for competing manufacturers.
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I am really impressed with the quality of this product. The PlayGear Amp sounds and looks good.
The Amp and all it's connectors fit into a nice bag/box that zips shut. Designed for the PSP, it can be used with anything really.
The speakers have a nice crisp sound. They get pretty loud before they start to distort. I think it sounds just as good, if not a tad better, than the JBL speaker ring that is out for the iPod.
I liked the smooth setup the speakers have. They are positionable and everything slides nice and smoth.
I didn't care for the way the PSP connects to the Amp. Basically there is a platic holder that uses friction to hold onto the Amp. The PSP uses gravity to stay in the holder. It felt kind of cheap compaired to the rest of the Amp. Plus a good bump would send the PSP falling out of the holder. You can use the PlayGear Visor with this product.
When everything is connected, it looks pretty nice. You cant use the PSP for gaming at all when it's connected. There's no real easy way to get at the controls to actually do any playing, but for listening to music or watching movies, this really puts the volume at an enjoyable level where the entire room can clearly hear the output.
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These are good for portable speakers, but they lack in bass. I hate listening to music without bass. But thats just me. Overall they're a pretty good buy. A little expensive though.
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When I heard about it, and saw the pics I felt that I needed it! But I let myself be persuaded by a friend to buy some headphones instead, wich I did. I bought Koss Porta Pro, wich I am really pleased with. But I couldn't keep myself from being drawn to these neat speakers, and I did lack good sound in my apartment. I was worried at first cause even tho it had hi scores on every site I checked, it was still portable speakers and I have no experience with those, except those on my crappy laptop. I feared that they would be the same, like radio quality. Well, I was pleasantly surprised.
I actually got the package home minutes ago and instantly started to caress the product as fast as I got it out of the package. I felt an urge, an almost creepy feeling, that I wanted this. You all know the feeling at Christmas Day (eve in Sweden) when you open that package. Well, I don't want to be a gadgetfreak, but it sure felt good, like I had fulfilled my material needs. But I was also surprised over how small they were, how could they produce good sound? But then, of course, I plugged it into my PSP, which fit like a glove between the small speakers and felt that the totally melted together. Then I tested the sound. I put on a mp3 album; Sparta (punk/rock). At first I didn't get it -- no sound? Well, I heard it really low so I increased the volume quite a bit on the back of the speakers (more on that later). Not near enough. Well, it was easily solved by increasing the volume on the PSP itself and then I got it -- the sound was excellent! It filled the room and was really crisp, and I felt that I was really pleased.
Now, to some things I think could have been better. The volume buttons are on the top/back of the center piece holding the speakers together. If your PSP is in the stand they are hard to reach and see if you want to change volume. And there is no remote, but maybe I'm just asking for too much!
You cannot hold the machine and speakers together (PSP and speakers in your hands) when playing games, but there is a longer cord for you to be able to hold the PSP and letting the speakers stand where they are, playing games and still have the better soundquality from the speakers. But I'm not sure if it's long enough, I have not tried it yet. Same thing with the electrical cord, it's just a few feet, so the position of the speakers are pretty locked. But then again, they are supposed to be portable, which I believe they are (there is a neat bag with it also, that holds all cords but no room for the PSP tho) and I am really happy I got them.
I don't think you need this if you already have a sound system at home, like surround sound or other "real" speakers. But if you travel alot, or lack those pricey alternatives, I believe this is a great product, especially with the price in mind!
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I picked up the Playgear Amp on a business trip so that I would have a way to listen to music in my hotel on both my laptop and my PC. The sound quality is obviously the biggest concern when purchasing speakers, so I will tell you this, it's more than $60 worth of sound quality. As someone else said in their review, if you want perfect quality sound, put on your headphones. These aren't studio monitors, they are portable speakers, so the sharpness and range aren't going to be mindblowing, but they are perfect for what I plan to use them for.
I own many logitech products and I am completely satisfied with each and every one of them, from gamepads and mice to speakers and cases, Logitech delivers.
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Glad I have it, but sorry I paid for it.
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Felt a bit fragile to me, I thought they where going to be more robust. They'll do for now!
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It does just what you expect it to. Logitech is a favorite of many and they can be a reliable company for accessories. The speakers are bigger than I thought, but produce the sound I'd expect. No disappointments here.
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Oh yea! When I first looked at this on the net, I swear this baby was a drawing or more as a piece of artwork. And you're like "No way," it definitely won't look like that. Surprisingly and shocked, I was amazed on how similar it looks when I saw it on the net.
At a previous appointment, my hair stylist was amazed and watched "Hitch." Just recently, an old friend came over and he never seen "Napoloen Dynamite."
It's very smooth, shiny, and it comes with a great case. Though, the PSP is a true show off. The Logitech PlayGear Amp makes it more of a show off.
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This device is almost perfect. Others have commented on the sound and I must agree. There are things in the audio of Metal Gear Acid that I didn't even know were there. Lumines sounds fantastic through the Playgear Amp. Movies sound as they were intended.
I plugged my MP3 player into it to give it a test with some flac files and I was very impressed. I really did not expect this kind of sound. I'm quite familiar with Logitech quality, but I expected something less at this price. I played the tracks I use for listening tests of stereo equipment and the Playgear Amp performed. The sound was layered and full. There was no "tinny" sound or pushy highs. The bass was full without being overbearing. The mids were clear and loud. The volume can go well above comfortable levels without clipping. The sound through a good set of headphones with a nice headphone amp can be better, but you would be paying a LOT more for that set up. And, sometimes you don't want to (or can't) use 'phones and this system is great for such times.
At first I was a little put off by the "some assembly required" aspect each time you want to use it. The worst part was looking for a power outlet, sometimes having to move furniture to plug it in. Getting all of the cables and the bracket for the PSP out of the case and hooked up was starting to get old. But once I invested in the AAA batteries everything turned around. You can be up and running in just a few seconds, enjoying your gaming or media.
The physical quality and feel of the system is very high. It has the look and feel of the PSP itself. They go together really well. The case has a nice elegant look to it with its black color and soft outer cloth. But I really think it could use a handle. You could put it n a pack or bag, but then you wouldn't be showing off that nice case and the Logitech logo.  It would also be nice if the case had a spot for the PSP itself. But most of the time I do have that in the Playgear Pocket on a strap around my neck.
If you want good sound and know there will be times when you aren't using headphones, then I highly recommend the Playgear Amp. It is a great addition to Logitech's product line.
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I love it. I have it at a cubicle for my day job and it's great. The only complaints that I have is that the little bracket used to hold the PSP to the speakers is a bit loose. Yyou'd have to keep the protective plastic that's on the back of speakers to keep the bracket from sliding everywhere. The amp is good for highs and mids, but the bass isn't too great. T2 and slipknot sound good, but Dieselboy and Dr. Dre are only ok. Is it worth it? Yes definitely. Especially if you work at an office, it's a good place to keep your PSP and great for your music. This will replace that bulky CD player you'd have in the corner of your cube. Definitely cop!!!!
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Sounds good. I have 8 rechargable battery's (energizer AAA's) for the speakers, and use double sided gel tape to bond the power brick to the bottom of the stand. That takes care of PSP battery problems for movies and music.
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The PlayGear line has not failed in surprising my highest expectations. The PlayGear Amp is, simply put, awesome.
If you' play on watching movies on your PSP, you need this. End of story. Not only is the sound quality amazing, but it cradles your PSP and leaves room for a charger.
Not only does it work well for movies, but they give you a longer cord so you can hold it to play games. The whole package also comes with a nice case for transporting it.
The amp works on batteries or AC power. It comes with a power cord, 2 different sized cords for the PSP to speakers, a cradle and the case.
If you want the best movie experience, this is the way to go. I don't think I'd get it just for games though. My only problem was tiny; the blue LED light in the back (for power) was a little bright and reflected off things close to it.
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Your run of the mill attached speakers. The setup lacks recharging and has an awkward cable to connect the speakers. It would be better just to buy a cheap pair of amplified computer speakers.
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