Conclusion: The XPS 2.1 50 is certainly affordable for a system with a subwoofer, but Hercules has made better-sounding speakers—for exactly the same price.
Pros: Very affordable. Attractive design. Decent audio quality at moderate volume levels.
Cons: Subwoofer not very powerful; distorts. Right-hand speaker is hardwired to sub. No remote.
Conclusion: The Hercules XPS 2.1 50 2.1 Speaker Kit is not a bad product, especially if you consider they can be had for around $50, for that price they deliver decent sound.
Pros: Seem well made, Decent sound overall, Inexpensive, Good bass
Cons: Highs not very pronounced, Additional Cost -Must buy adapters for certain configurations, Cords are a bit short
Excerpt: Hercules' XPS 2.1 50 speakers look better than most of the budget 2.1 speaker sets we've seen. We like the glossy black satellites, and especially the orange light...