Are we really talking $169.99 for a 2.1 system? OMG! unless you are a nut, run down and pick up some $30 set like I have. Altec Lansing 2.1 (221 model) I got them for $20 after rebates and they kick darn well for 2.1's.
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Gateway Top-of-the-line PC = $2014
Home built top-of-the-line PC = $928
Exact clones...
Moral = Don't build your own PC, thus letting me save more money than you!