Page 4 - Conclusion
Being smaller can have its advantages and disadvantages in life, and with the Creative Sound Blaster GS3, we are able to see both sides of the coin. For one, its physical size does not negatively affect its build quality. The soundbar is constructed well with a solid enclosure. Inputs are easy to access and press without needing to look at them. The various inputs support both older and newer options. Better yet, we have a nice strip of RGB LED lights underneath to provide a nice ambience with its glow. In its performance, the Creative Sound Blaster GS3 does pump out more sound than its size may bring you to expect. Its midrange clarity and sharp trebles are appreciated, providing a capable, albeit light bass, output. Its SuperWide effect also provides an unexpectedly wider output on first listen. On the other hand, you should still temper your expectations at this size. Any analytical listening will reveal deficiencies, including its lacking details and lower precision in music with greater instrumentation. Frequency transitions and cleanness could be improved. Its virtual SuperWide also can create some distortion. At the end of the day, the Sound Blaster GS3 is not intended to be used for critical or monitoring applications, but it succeeds at providing a larger output in a compact size. At the time of the review, the Creative Sound Blaster GS3 is available for $50, which makes this an economical option. If you are looking for a small but simple audio setup, the Creative Sound Blaster GS3 is a worthy pick.
Creative provided this product to APH Networks for the purpose of evaluation.
APH Networks Review Focus Summary:
7/10 means Great product with many advantages and certain insignificant drawbacks, but should be considered before purchasing.
6/10 means A product with its advantages, but drawbacks should not be ignored before purchasing.
-- Final APH Networks Numeric Rating is 6.5/10
Please note that the APH Networks Numeric Rating system is based off our proprietary guidelines in the Review Focus, and should not be compared to other publications.
The Creative Sound Blaster GS3 computer soundbar is a compact unit that can pack an audible punch.
Page Index
1. Introduction, Packaging, Specifications
2. Physical Look - Hardware
3. Subjective Audio Analysis
4. Conclusion