p8baller07 Posted August 7, 2008 Posted August 7, 2008 2nd set of speakers to have a problem with. My first was a 2.1 system which the volume knob would cause tons of static, eventually that speaker that housed the knob died. this 5.1 system's center channel gets INSANELY loud in random moments to fix it I have to move the subwoofer around. Yes all wires are okay its something internal in the speakers. Altec lansing sucks. That is all /rant Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
DevilMB3017 Posted August 7, 2008 Posted August 7, 2008 Agreed. They used to be good IMO, but something happened over the last 4-6 years or so... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
sYstEmATiC Posted August 7, 2008 Posted August 7, 2008 i have 2 pair of altec lansing speakers, both are 2.1 systems, one came with our first and second computers (both gateways). i loved them for what they are. my sister uses the newest set (10 years old) on a daily basis, the others work but they arent being used...in the attic somewhere. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jhester Posted August 7, 2008 Posted August 7, 2008 (edited) I personally hate the brand too, not because they are totally bad but because of what their prices and style lets on. I believed they'd be powerful and great for the price I paid for them, not only that but their style let on to being some great speakers that would be really classy. Come to find out they sounded middle-of-the-road and the knob broke on them shortly after I bought them. I know one thing, I'm steering clear of that brand. Creative and Logitech all the way! Edited August 7, 2008 by Jhester Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
nVidia_Freak Posted August 7, 2008 Posted August 7, 2008 2nd set of speakers to have a problem with. My first was a 2.1 system which the volume knob would cause tons of static, eventually that speaker that housed the knob died. this 5.1 system's center channel gets INSANELY loud in random moments to fix it I have to move the subwoofer around. First set sounds like it had some oxidation problems. If it was cleaned up it likely would've worked. Second set also sound like it could be oxidation. Give the innards a good cleaning with 99% isopropyl and it should be good to go. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Compxpert Posted August 8, 2008 Posted August 8, 2008 Hmm if their new stuff is crap then I wouldn't know. Have a pair of 2.1 speakers that are over 10 years old now.. 11 I think. Also have a pair of em I use on my 5.1 reciever... which I currently run comp sound over optical S/PDIF out to it. Both sets work fine I couldn't be more happy with them. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Waco Posted August 8, 2008 Posted August 8, 2008 My Altec Lansing Powered Partners are still going strong after years of abuse and they still sound great to boot. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
wevsspot Posted August 8, 2008 Posted August 8, 2008 I've had two sets of AL 2.1 speaker systems in the last eight or nine years. Both of them have been great. The oldest kit still works but is tucked away in a cabinet. The newest kit I still use daily. Sorry for your bad luck. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ir_cow Posted August 8, 2008 Posted August 8, 2008 my old altec 8ohm speakers are still kicking after years of abuse, its too bad they suck now. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Waco Posted August 8, 2008 Posted August 8, 2008 my old altec 8ohm speakers are still kicking after years of abuse, its too bad they suck now. Why do they suck now? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ravenica Posted April 17, 2009 Posted April 17, 2009 I have a 2.1 altec speakers which i bought a year ago.. They still sound great and i agree with waco why are they bad now..?? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
dr_bowtie Posted April 18, 2009 Posted April 18, 2009 I have 3 2.1 sets and a 5.1 set I use and I love it...the cable in the sub is a little goofy if it gets bumped but other than that they are great and sound very nice... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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