If you've wanted from one small setup, one giant step-up for your laptop's sound, then check out Logitech's Z305 Laptop Speaker. With a simple, clip-on design, the speaker attaches securely to most laptops and netbooks so that you can easily use it anywhere you use your computer. Plus, included with the speaker is a traveling case so that you can protect it wherever you go.
The speaker features 360° sound by utilizing both forward and backward-firing drivers. In effect, these drivers project audio more uniformly around the speaker over a wider range of frequencies -not just the low ones. In turn, the speaker's audio is more tonally balanced for a better, more immersive listening experience.
To get started, all you need do is connect the speaker's built-in USB cable to your computer and you will be ready to go. No installation software or external power supply is needed. Plus that cable can neatly tuck away into the speaker when you aren't using it. For added versatility, the speaker includes a 3.5 mm auxiliary input jack for connecting an MP3 player or another computer. Simply connect a 3.5 mm cable into the aux-in jack of the speaker and the headphone jack of your MP3 player or the speaker jack of your computer. If your laptop sound just isn't up-to-snuff and you're looking for a portable, hassle free step-up, give Logitech's Z305 Laptop Speaker a go.
| Power Rating | Not specified by manufacturer |
| Frequency Response | Not specified by manufacturer |
| Driver | Not specified by manufacturer |
| Shielded | Not specified by manufacturer |
| Controls | Not specified by manufacturer |
| Connector |
1x    USB cord 1x    0.14" / 3.5 mm aux-in jack |
| Ideal Application | Laptop, MP3 player or iPod |
| System Requirements |
USB Port Works with Windows and Mac OS |
| General | |
|---|---|
| Dimensions (WxHxD) | 12.75 x 1.64 x 1.58" / 324 x 41.8 x 40.3 mm |
| Weight | Not specified by manufacturer |
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Quality sound, compact and easy to use
Speakers fit well on laptop and are easy to use and store.
I love the sound quality; very superior to internal speaker that came with laptop.The only thing I would like improvement o...Read complete review
Speakers fit well on laptop and are easy to use and store.
I love the sound quality; very superior to internal speaker that came with laptop.The only thing I would like improvement on is more volume. I would like to be able to turn it up a little louder.
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Too Small for 17" Laptop
I bought these speakers because my pair of Logitech V20's broke after 4 years of excellent use. The one drawback to the V20s was that they did not attach to my laptop. So ...Read complete review
I bought these speakers because my pair of Logitech V20's broke after 4 years of excellent use. The one drawback to the V20s was that they did not attach to my laptop. So I thought this new Logitech Z305 speaker would be the perfect fit for me. However, the speaker is too short for my 17" laptop so the woofers are hidden behind my LCD screen thus reducing the quality of audio. The "full room sound" provided by these speakers might be nice for a room full of people, but watching a movie with just my wife I'd like the sound to be directed at us instead of away from us. Also, the bass isn't as full as the V20s. I ended up laying the speaker on top of my laptop's keyboard while watching a movie. This solution is inconvenient for obvious reasons. On the plus side, these speakers are travel-size and have a nice travel bag. They are also powered by the USB connection so no messy cables.
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Excellent Speaker for Laptops. Would recommend it to friends.
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Comments about Logitech Laptop Speaker Z305:
Got this to boost sound for some lectures on YouTube that had really low/poor sound. Works great. Sound quality is OK. Not really using it for music so I haven't really tested sound quality; only bought it to boost volume. Using a MacBook Pro.
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......After getting I have to say I am very impress with it. The sound quality over laptop speakers is far surpassed my expectation. No software is needed to be installed. Window 7 see it off the bat as soon as you plug it in.
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Comments about Logitech Laptop Speaker Z305:
bought this speaker to improve sound from my laptop. Man, what a difference! bass is a little distorted, but it is a very good, easy to take with you speaker. I wholeheartedly recommend this to anyone that wants better sound from a laptop.
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Comments about Logitech Laptop Speaker Z305:
For it's size it pack a big bang. Perfect for my laptop, space saver, and perfect sound. It is exactly what I need it and it does what expected. Great product!
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Comments about Logitech Laptop Speaker Z305:
I bought the Logitech Z305 speaker to use when I travel. I use a larger and more expensive external speaker system at home, and my otherwise excellent laptop has seriously inadequate speakers. The compact Z305 speaker is easy to set up and easy to use. Although the bass is a little weak, it is more than adequate for my needs. I chose to buy from B&H because they offered one of the largest selections of speakers at reasonable prices. My speaker arrived in a timely manner and in perfect condition.
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Comments about Logitech Laptop Speaker Z305:
I was unable hear movies from Netflix on my laptop and Netflix was unable to solve it. So I ordered the Logitech Z305. It makes the movies completely audible and enjoyable. It is not surround sound, but I didn't expect that. It could have more volume and base, but that would be asking a lot from such a reasonably priced product. Installing and using it is simplicity itself. I would given it 5 stars if it had more volume and base.
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Comments about Logitech Laptop Speaker Z305:
GREAT Sound quality for the size HOWEVER it is TOO HEAVY for the MacBook Air 13". It pulls the screen back to it's furthest point and causes the keyboard to tilt up. I would expect the same problem with the 15" inch MacBook Air although I don't know for certain. ON THE OTHER HAND it works great with the heavier screen on my 15" MacBook PRO. Also, you need power tools to get it out of it's packaging.
Pros
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Comments about Logitech Laptop Speaker Z305:
This lovely little thing works just the way you wish everything you buy would work. Looks & feels well made, so easy to use no instructions are necessary, meets/exceeds sound expectations. Suddenly my laptop has quality sound, I am delighted. Perhaps a little large to be truly coffee-shop portable, but it's perfect for streaming internet radio in the RV, which is what I want.
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Comments about Logitech Laptop Speaker Z305:
This is a great product for that extra sound level you might need for presentations or the like. I dont know how it compares to high end speakers but to me it fits the purpose it was designed for. I bought this to use with the insanity exercise prgram while traveling and for that it works great. I especially chose this speaker as it had no extruding mount brackets so it can travel in my compter bag without risk of breaking parts
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Best Uses
Comments about Logitech Laptop Speaker Z305:
I use this speaker in my office, and they sound very nice. USB is perfect and the case is nice protective touch.
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Logitech Laptop Speaker Z305:
Absolutely the easiest way to DRASTICALLY increase laptop sound with no AC power cables or desktop space needed. Just clip speakers on top of screen, plug into USB port and take your laptop all around the house. So small you nearly forget they are there except for the 'boombox like' sound radiating from your laptop!
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Comments about Logitech Laptop Speaker Z305:
I use it with my HP laptop, it has a great sound, it is easy to install, it is lightweight and I have nothing negative to say about the product.
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Comments about Logitech Laptop Speaker Z305:
Best price on the net. Did my homework and this was what I needed. Great sound, perfect size for my 17 inch laptop.
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Comments about Logitech Laptop Speaker Z305:
These speakers are a vast improvement over my laptops speakers. They are plenty loud enough for my needs
Pros
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Best Uses
Comments about Logitech Laptop Speaker Z305:
sound is very good ,i was surprise when i plugged it ,it doesnt just replace your speaker by something louder but it will give you a sound quality that is hard to find on those kind of speaker by other brand
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Best Uses
Comments about Logitech Laptop Speaker Z305:
Use this product at home, description was way over rated. This product is ok but nothing special
Pros
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Comments about Logitech Laptop Speaker Z305:
stock MacBook speakers. I love My Mac but for a company who's claim to major fame is the iPod and iTunes you'd expect something a bit more powerful in their laptops. Much to my chagrin that isn't so. Hence, why i've bought this speaker. glad i did...the sound isn't of hairblowing greatness but it's largely better than what you're stuck with in your laptop out of the box. My only dislike is it's heaviness..bit more weighty than i anticipated and you have to be careful moving your laptop around with your top up and this speaker attached, it's weight will make loose lid henges worse.
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Logitech Laptop Speaker Z305:
This arrived promptly. It is compact and performs as describes. With this speaker, I am able to use my MacBook for teaching a class, which I could not have done without it. It is very portable, easy to plug in and clip on to the laptop screen. The directions are clear and simple. The only negative, was that I was unable to get it to work initially after following the directions explicitly. I had to call Logi-Tech support, who directed me to the computer's Preferences where I needed to activate the device under "Sound". Once I did that, the sound was there and now the computer automatically switches the sound to the external speaker if it is connected to the computer. If the external speaker is not connected, the computer's built-in speakers are activated.
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Comments about Logitech Laptop Speaker Z305:
clip it to the back of ur pc screen, plug in to the usb port. press play and u will hear full rich stereo sound and brilliant reproduction of all ur digital music. has back and forward firing drivers that will fill ur room with great sound.
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviewsPros
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Most Liked Positive Review
Quality sound, compact and easy to use
Speakers fit well on laptop and are easy to use and store.
I love the sound quality; very superior to internal speaker that came with laptop.The only thing I would like improvement o...Read complete review
Speakers fit well on laptop and are easy to use and store.
I love the sound quality; very superior to internal speaker that came with laptop.The only thing I would like improvement on is more volume. I would like to be able to turn it up a little louder.
VS
Most Liked Negative Review
Too Small for 17" Laptop
I bought these speakers because my pair of Logitech V20's broke after 4 years of excellent use. The one drawback to the V20s was that they did not attach to my laptop. So ...Read complete review
I bought these speakers because my pair of Logitech V20's broke after 4 years of excellent use. The one drawback to the V20s was that they did not attach to my laptop. So I thought this new Logitech Z305 speaker would be the perfect fit for me. However, the speaker is too short for my 17" laptop so the woofers are hidden behind my LCD screen thus reducing the quality of audio. The "full room sound" provided by these speakers might be nice for a room full of people, but watching a movie with just my wife I'd like the sound to be directed at us instead of away from us. Also, the bass isn't as full as the V20s. I ended up laying the speaker on top of my laptop's keyboard while watching a movie. This solution is inconvenient for obvious reasons. On the plus side, these speakers are travel-size and have a nice travel bag. They are also powered by the USB connection so no messy cables.
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Reviewed by 50 customers
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Comments about Logitech Laptop Speaker Z305:
Excellent Speaker for Laptops. Would recommend it to friends.
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Comments about Logitech Laptop Speaker Z305:
Got this to boost sound for some lectures on YouTube that had really low/poor sound. Works great. Sound quality is OK. Not really using it for music so I haven't really tested sound quality; only bought it to boost volume. Using a MacBook Pro.
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Logitech Laptop Speaker Z305:
......After getting I have to say I am very impress with it. The sound quality over laptop speakers is far surpassed my expectation. No software is needed to be installed. Window 7 see it off the bat as soon as you plug it in.
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Logitech Laptop Speaker Z305:
bought this speaker to improve sound from my laptop. Man, what a difference! bass is a little distorted, but it is a very good, easy to take with you speaker. I wholeheartedly recommend this to anyone that wants better sound from a laptop.
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Logitech Laptop Speaker Z305:
For it's size it pack a big bang. Perfect for my laptop, space saver, and perfect sound. It is exactly what I need it and it does what expected. Great product!
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Logitech Laptop Speaker Z305:
I bought the Logitech Z305 speaker to use when I travel. I use a larger and more expensive external speaker system at home, and my otherwise excellent laptop has seriously inadequate speakers. The compact Z305 speaker is easy to set up and easy to use. Although the bass is a little weak, it is more than adequate for my needs. I chose to buy from B&H because they offered one of the largest selections of speakers at reasonable prices. My speaker arrived in a timely manner and in perfect condition.
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Logitech Laptop Speaker Z305:
I was unable hear movies from Netflix on my laptop and Netflix was unable to solve it. So I ordered the Logitech Z305. It makes the movies completely audible and enjoyable. It is not surround sound, but I didn't expect that. It could have more volume and base, but that would be asking a lot from such a reasonably priced product. Installing and using it is simplicity itself. I would given it 5 stars if it had more volume and base.
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Logitech Laptop Speaker Z305:
GREAT Sound quality for the size HOWEVER it is TOO HEAVY for the MacBook Air 13". It pulls the screen back to it's furthest point and causes the keyboard to tilt up. I would expect the same problem with the 15" inch MacBook Air although I don't know for certain. ON THE OTHER HAND it works great with the heavier screen on my 15" MacBook PRO. Also, you need power tools to get it out of it's packaging.
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Logitech Laptop Speaker Z305:
This lovely little thing works just the way you wish everything you buy would work. Looks & feels well made, so easy to use no instructions are necessary, meets/exceeds sound expectations. Suddenly my laptop has quality sound, I am delighted. Perhaps a little large to be truly coffee-shop portable, but it's perfect for streaming internet radio in the RV, which is what I want.
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Logitech Laptop Speaker Z305:
This is a great product for that extra sound level you might need for presentations or the like. I dont know how it compares to high end speakers but to me it fits the purpose it was designed for. I bought this to use with the insanity exercise prgram while traveling and for that it works great. I especially chose this speaker as it had no extruding mount brackets so it can travel in my compter bag without risk of breaking parts
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Logitech Laptop Speaker Z305:
I use this speaker in my office, and they sound very nice. USB is perfect and the case is nice protective touch.
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Logitech Laptop Speaker Z305:
Absolutely the easiest way to DRASTICALLY increase laptop sound with no AC power cables or desktop space needed. Just clip speakers on top of screen, plug into USB port and take your laptop all around the house. So small you nearly forget they are there except for the 'boombox like' sound radiating from your laptop!
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Logitech Laptop Speaker Z305:
I use it with my HP laptop, it has a great sound, it is easy to install, it is lightweight and I have nothing negative to say about the product.
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Logitech Laptop Speaker Z305:
Best price on the net. Did my homework and this was what I needed. Great sound, perfect size for my 17 inch laptop.
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Logitech Laptop Speaker Z305:
These speakers are a vast improvement over my laptops speakers. They are plenty loud enough for my needs
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Logitech Laptop Speaker Z305:
sound is very good ,i was surprise when i plugged it ,it doesnt just replace your speaker by something louder but it will give you a sound quality that is hard to find on those kind of speaker by other brand
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Logitech Laptop Speaker Z305:
Use this product at home, description was way over rated. This product is ok but nothing special
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Logitech Laptop Speaker Z305:
stock MacBook speakers. I love My Mac but for a company who's claim to major fame is the iPod and iTunes you'd expect something a bit more powerful in their laptops. Much to my chagrin that isn't so. Hence, why i've bought this speaker. glad i did...the sound isn't of hairblowing greatness but it's largely better than what you're stuck with in your laptop out of the box. My only dislike is it's heaviness..bit more weighty than i anticipated and you have to be careful moving your laptop around with your top up and this speaker attached, it's weight will make loose lid henges worse.
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Logitech Laptop Speaker Z305:
This arrived promptly. It is compact and performs as describes. With this speaker, I am able to use my MacBook for teaching a class, which I could not have done without it. It is very portable, easy to plug in and clip on to the laptop screen. The directions are clear and simple. The only negative, was that I was unable to get it to work initially after following the directions explicitly. I had to call Logi-Tech support, who directed me to the computer's Preferences where I needed to activate the device under "Sound". Once I did that, the sound was there and now the computer automatically switches the sound to the external speaker if it is connected to the computer. If the external speaker is not connected, the computer's built-in speakers are activated.
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Logitech Laptop Speaker Z305:
clip it to the back of ur pc screen, plug in to the usb port. press play and u will hear full rich stereo sound and brilliant reproduction of all ur digital music. has back and forward firing drivers that will fill ur room with great sound.