JBL Creature III Speakers

The JBL Creature III digitally powered 25-watt 2.1 speaker system is the perfect solution for music, gaming and voice applications when easily connected to your Mac, iPod, TV or gaming system.

25 watts of digital power for legendary JBL performance
Space age design and dramatic looks
Great bass, accurate mids and silky-smooth highs
Easy-to-use touch controls for volume and mute

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What's in the Box?

Features

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Seamless integration with your Mac or iPod, along with exceptional audio performance and simple touch controls for volume or muting.

Offering wide-ranging compatibility, the Creature III's stereo mini-jack connection lets you enjoy high-quality audio from your Mac desktop or notebook, an iPod or iPod touch or any other audio system.

Easy use and impressive sound

Convenient touch controls provide at-your-fingertip command of volume settings. Treble and subwoofer level controls located on the front of the subwoofer also allow easy adjustment. And of course the powerful subwoofer delivers clean, low bass.

Highlights

Best-in-class audio performance
Two satellite speakers rated at 5 watts each
One subwoofer rated at 15 watts
Straightforward connections and minimal desktop wiring

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The Creature III's space age design adds a unique and dramatic look to your listening environment.

Technical Specs

Power

Power: AC power required for operation

Driver

Frequency Response: 50Hz - 20kHz
Drivers: 1.625 in./40 mm satellites; 3 in./75 mm subwoofer
Impedance: 5k input

Dimension

Height: Satellite: 2.75 in./70 mm; Subwoofer: 9 in./230 mm
Depth: Satellite: 3 in./75 mm; Subwoofer: 9 in./230 mm
Width: Satellite: 3 in./75 mm; Subwoofer: 9 in./230 mm

What's in the Box?

Two stereo satellite speakers
One powered subwoofer

Power supply and electrical connection
All necessary cables for audio connections

Non-Apple Branded products / Third Party Products

Note: Apple's One Year Limited Warranty does not apply to products that are not Apple-branded, even if packaged or sold with Apple products. Non-Apple branded products may have the benefit of a manufacturer's warranty provided by the product manufacturer - Please see your product box and literature for details. Rights under the product manufacturer's warranty are in addition, and not instead of, any rights that you have under consumer protection laws.

Part Number

UPC or EAN No.: 500369193714

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4.0 out of 5 stars

Great sound in a small package.
- Written by Jesse M from Avon
- 15/12/2009
I just upgraded my old JBL computer speakers to the JBL Creature III and I am very satisfied. However, for some reason they do not seem as loud as my last pair, but the bass and clarity has improved alot. I also like how the bass and treble control knobs are placed right in front for easy access. I would definitely recommend these speakers to anyone looking to buy new computer speakers. They are well worth the extra money; you will not be disappointed! …More

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Great speakers for imac
- Written by Kevin N from san mateo
- 11/01/2010
Just bought these speakers for my 27" imac. The built-in speakers of the imac are decent, but these little creatures blow them away. For just under 100 bucks, its perfect for those that want an upgrade in sound. The subwoofer provides a nice kick without distortion. Some may not like their unique look, but having a mac is all about being a little different, and these little bad boys fit right in. …More

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Don't listen to the below poster...
- Written by Doreen C from MIDLAND PARK
- 22/12/2009
To the comment below mine which states that the Treble and Bass knobs are backward, they are not. I am looking at mine right now... I have seen that EXACT comment in multiple places and, although true for the older models, it is not the case for the new ones. Even if they were, who cares... Still, these are great speakers for what they are. Great thick and punching bass with crisp highs and clear mids. Certainly better than my 5 year old Harman/Kardons... A great buy and highly recommended! …More

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2.0 out of 5 stars

A tad disappointed
- Written by Kevin B from Victoria
- 05/02/2013
I own a set of the original Creatures (and love them) so getting a second set for my wife's new iMac was a natural. I tested them on my Mac and sadly the new ones are MUCH quieter despite both being rated at 25W. So quiet that I would not recommend them. The sound quality is excellent but, no matter how good, it underwhelms when it's just not loud enough. Also missing is the cool blue LEDs that shone down under the 1st gen speakers. JBL, why would you ruin a good thing and shade your reputation? …More

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1.0 out of 5 stars

They dont make'em like they used to
- Written by Sommer K from Brooklyn
- 02/01/2013
I have the first generation creature speakers. LOVED THEM. loud, great bass.. not static. But My daughter thought the satellite speakers were for poking... with a PEN!

For Christmas i asked for the new version. Thought it was a perfect purchase...new technology better sound... i would love them too.

Well not quite. The sound was less then loud, and the bass was just average. I decided my old creature speakers were better then the creature III speakers and will be returning them right away! …More

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4.0 out of 5 stars

Great Sound
- Written by Patrick M from Vienna
- 13/08/2012
By way of full disclosure, I do not push these speakers by any stretch. And, I have the sub jammed by my feet, with the satellite speakers placed about 2 feet apart on the top of my desk. So my deployment is not one of an audiophile.

That said, even at low volumes with suboptimal deployment, the speakers provide rich, full sound.

Dings on the speakers are the master volume buttons, which do not provide much feedback when pushed, and from my very limited testing, it does not seem like the top end volume is very high.

All-in-all, though, an excellent speaker set that is well worth the price. …More

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