the soundsticks have better range (especially on the high end) than the stock cube speakers (the iSub really just improves the bass). you're also going to get much better clarity -- the stock speakers sound muffled in comparison. i only use my soundsticks for music (no games) and they sound better even for rock/alternative. there's no comparison with classical or jazz. hope that helps, andy __________________________________ Do you Yahoo!? New Yahoo! Photos - easier uploading and sharing. http://photos.yahoo.com/