Microlab FC360 2.1 Speakers Review

1. Introduction2. Microlab FC360 (1)3. Microlabs FC360 (2)4. Sound Quality and Testing5. Closing Thoughts6. View All Pages

While Microlabs are still not that well known within the computer peripheral market, they are certainly proving to be serious competitors for the likes of Logitech and Creative. With the aid of audio guru Peter Larsen, they have not only created a brilliant 2.1 speaker system, but have done this at a very respectable price point.

The speakers produce an intimacy and warmth to the sound field that will allow you to enjoy many genres of music, and they certainly have the power when it comes to filling a reasonably sized room, thanks to the brilliant power cube amplifier.

Microlab have also added several very useful features, including a line input on the amplifier as well as a headphone jack. This allows the user to plug in a iPod or phone with ease, as well as plugging in headphones when it is getting late and you don't want to upset the neighbours.

The biggest weakness with these speakers is the soundstage presence. They produce a narrow soundstage, and sometimes can ruin the immersive feeling of being placed within a larger environment. The amplifier also produces an annoying, audible clunk when first given power and when switched off.

These speakers are built to a specific price point and have certain limitations when compared against more expensive competing products. That said the sound is warm, enjoyable and they coped with a wide range of media playback. The biggest positive is the very modest asking price of only £47 at Overclockers.co.uk.

At this price they are certainly ‘Worth Buying'. If you want a larger sound stage presence and a more refined overall experience then be prepared to dig deeper into the wallet.

Pros:

• Amazing value for money.
• Great build quality.
• Powerful amplifier for size of speakers.
• Power Cube gives easy to reach input and headphone socket.
• Impressive sound quality and punchy bass.

Cons

• Narrow soundstage.
• Satellites are distant sounding with some sound sources.
• Amplifier takes up a lot of desk space.
• Not the most elegant looking.

Kitguru says: A bargain priced set of speakers with plenty of volume to fill a medium sized room.

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