Dumb Buy? Logitech sur sound

[TigersTalons]

ok I bought a logitech x-530.My friend and hubby have one connected to the comp they use most and it rocked the room.So I buy one for my PS3 and I get nothing!note I did no homework before the buy.So is it compatable?or do I get the award?

[MG1968]

did your speakers come with the adapter?

Amazon.com: 5.1 Game Console Adapter Convert Rca Plugs To A Single 1/8: Electronics

[rwemyss]

Using regular computer speakers with a console is a terrible idea IMO. Without using the optical out on your console you won't get "true" 5.1.

I have a Creative Inspire GD580... I don't think they make it anymore. I liked it, but after being on for a while there would be static. I figure the decoder would get hot or something.

Now I use the Pioneer HTS-GS1 that I got from Buy.com. It is "styled" for the 360, but works well. I'm even more happy with it, and use it connected to my cable box for audio as well.

Each system cost me $100, which I felt was a good value. Of course they don't compete with high-end speakers and receivers, but they certainly do the job if you're on a budget.

[TigersTalons]

MG yes it did come with the adaptor.

RW I see what you mean with that type speaker it was just for where me and the "idiots" hang and play.Box has Ps XBOX,but when I opened the manual, later. PS2,XBOX not 3 or 360 so here I am with a lost reciept!

[rwemyss]

With that adapter you can hook it up to any component with a stereo output and it should work fine. It just won't be "true" surround.

Check things that might seem silly like making sure the power is on to the speakers, or the volume isn't turned down. Connect it to something else that has stereo RCA out and see if the system works... etc.