Philips MMS430 - Expert Reviews

Pros: Outstanding bass levels, funky design, crisp and clear tones, ease of setup

Cons: No treble adjustment, mid-tones could be improved

Verdict: A highly recommended set of desktop speakers with outstanding bass levels, the MMS430 is simply great value for money.

Review summary: Seemingly modelled on Darth Vader's TIE fighter, it's immediately obvious that Philips has not designed these two satellites and a subwoofer specifically for MP3 players, but instead has gone for the games systems market; we detect a strong X Box inspirat

Pros: Great sound, Good value, Strong bass

Cons: Others are more stylish

Verdict: The MMS430 will look best as part of an MP3 player's bedroom base, as a PC's desktop speakers, or carted around friends' homes with a games system. Similarly versatile speakers are around that look better, but not at this low price

Review summary: A few weeks back we reviewed a good-looking 5.1 channel speaker system from Philips called the MMS 460. Take the center and the rear satellites away from it and we get the Philips MMS 430. Is it just that or is there more to this speaker set? Let's find o

Pros: Elegant looks, Good highs, Great for gaming, Pretty loud

Cons: Mids lack depth, Certain low frequencies sound muddled, Slightly expensive

Verdict: The MMS 430 sports a silver and smooth black piano finish and looks very attractive. The control for adjusting the master volume and a power button are present on the right satellite, while the bass control knob is present at the back of the front firing