These speakers are great! they are not the prettiest looking speakers, but the quality of the sound, even at high volumes, is great. The satellites and subwoofer are fairly big, so if you're tight on space try something else.I have this connected to a TV for movie watching and the sound quality is excellent (TV and speakers connected by Monster RCA Cables [not provided with packaging], also purchased from Amazon). The sounds are clear, crisp, and powerful.I also have an AUX out so that i can connect my laptop/ipod/iphone/other MP3 devices and the sound quality is excellent. Being able to control the bass is great so when listening to hip hop or rap you can turn the bass up and really start to rattle things in your home. These speakers are great, and would buy them again given the chance. For the price point this is probably the best 2.1 system money can buy.Some have been complaining about popping noises from their speakers, i personally have not experienced this. These speakers have been very reliable and will play at any volume you choose for hours on end. 

Question: How is the sound?
Answer: the sound quality is excellent