@AndersHP said in Logitech Z623 in a bartop - too much?:

I have a HDMI-> VGA and Jack adapter

That should be good. You're using the adapter to convert from digital to analog instead of the Pi itself. If you're not hearing noise now, then you shouldn't have too much to worry about inside the cabinet.

As far as the speaker size, I see what you mean. I did some looking around online and many bartop arcade cabinets use a 3" speaker, which generally sounds pretty terrible. Going with a 2.1 solution may work well, but that Z623 sub is BIG.

Height: 11.2 in (284 mm)
Width: 12.0 in (305 mm)
Depth: 10.5 in (266 mm)
Weight: 15.4 lbs (7000 g)
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