From the specification sheet, the 2300 is essentallly a 2200 with different cases for the satellite speakers. Bottom line is they system really performs well, at least with the PSR-2000, 3000, Tyros and a few other boards that have been used with these speakers. I've only used them on two jobs so far, but, I can unequivocally state that everyone loved the sound, the dancefloor stayed packed and I'm really happy with the setup for small to mid-size venues of 60 or less people. Donny Pesce has used them with audiences up to nearly 100 and also had nothing but good comments.

I sincerely believe part of the success is placing the satellites on stands, plus spending time EQing the keyboard. I guess my next project will involve the 500-watt system with 5 satellites and see how close that gets to Dave's Bose system. However, that's a project for after the Bossier City, LA trip.

Cheers,

Gary

I'm just going to use them for the studio, but now Gary brings up a great point with a nice 5.1 Surround sound system for the studio.


Things that make you go hmmmmmmmm....

Hi there -
My first time on this board. I got here because I was searching for reviews (evaluations) of the Z-2300's. I didn't find any, I guess because they were just released. I just bought a set from Dell, and my first reaction was very pleasant. My old speakers were JBL Pro's, provided with the Compaq Presario 5240 which I bought in 1999.

However, I think that my expectations were set quite high because of the rave reviews I found everywhere for the Z-2200's. Many folks said they were as good as their main stereo system speakers.

I've only had the speakers for less than a week, so my initial impressions are just that, but here goes:

I listen to mostly classical and a little jazz. For the price, I'm very satisfied.
But...

The high end is for me a little shrill. The mids are not as robust as I like. The bass I find slightly boomy at certain pitches, and the double bass (instrument) at its lower notes is not as clear as I would like. There is not as much stereo separation and depth as I would like.

It's probably true that I would need to spend $300 or more to get the sound I desire.

Does anyone have a suggestion for higher performing speakers that might suit my tastes?

Well that's my 2 cents worth.
Jeff

[This message has been edited by cohjef (edited 10-11-2004).]

Jeff,

Thanks for the most excellent review. Many players here use these speakers to hook up to their keyboards for live performances and monitoring. How would they do with this application?

they have them now for $59 after rebate w/ free shipping! http://deals2buy.com/load/buy.php?sku=10354560

Thanks for posting that! I have hoped this would happen, that they would surface. Awesome deal!

Grab Em while ya can!!

Does anyone have any experience with this dealer?

I had a really hard time getting rebates from buy.com. You may have to stay after them.
DonM

I bought TONS of golf stuff from them two to three years ago and it was always A-1 service but it's been that long. I probably made twenty purchases, easy.

Getting the rebate is obviously crucial for the bargain. But unless they go belly up (and I have no indication they will), I guess they have to pay.