oops- forgot to mention that you have to get a center channel speaker-of choice, and to get the last pair to complete the 7channels when the budget allows.

Hmm.. Ok, I have a few 2.0, 2.1 systems and a 7.1 system that I have hooked up to my PC and Ps3 (yah, I went speaker crazy a few years ago-lol)... My ps3 remains off now: since I don't game much... And I use my Pc as a music/movie player. While I do like to have the 7.1 system on most of...

Well, you should only connect one cd the 2 connection types. The L/R cables can act as a subwoofer out feed. Thus means that you are creating a loop that can damage the amp! (depending on the type of players you have connected on either end) I would use only the 1/8" jack. Good...

Blue led? Make a decal out of some electrical tape, stick it on too of the led, done... Don't let a led get in the way of good speakers. Same as not letting a volume knob on the back of the a2 get in the way of enjoying it's minimalistic design and wonderous sound! Music/sound quality...

Jrg, Well, here's the thing, You are not happy with the z2300... so I'd suggest moving your focus to a different type of system other than the very available consumer line of speakers like: Bose, creative, logitech, Altec Lansing, -- you know, the BestBuy brands... This includes Edifier as...

I'd say try some of The yamaha subs... They are actually good performing for the price: same with their monitors!

i have the a2 with a yamaha sub that was kicking around... They sound awesome! Set the crossover frequency properly at about 70hz and they will be perfect. Almost any sub will do: as long as it is over 6" sub: adding more bass oomph to these small audioengine speakers. The a2...

I think replytoken is correct. You may be expecting too much from a small system. Even the a2 is designed as a form factor product first... For the a5 is geared more towards sound reproduction quality. After listening to your expectations, the only speaker system I'd recommend for you is: KRK...

I do currently own the A2, and listened to the A5 before... These 2 speakers are good, not the best available but good. When I hear ppl say they are upgrading to the A5- it's usually because they want louder, and more bass. Their sound signature is quite similar. Also, their sound...

Well, with solid state amps like the ones on most computer speakers including these edifiers... Going up* in impedance is "ok" meaning it won't damage anything. Going down would Overwork the amp. Actually, if you want more mids: this should do it... Although, the trebble may be affected-...

Yup, you can do it without too much risk: as the impedance is close; just don't turn it all the way to max- should be ok. Try it... But I'll guarantee that you won't get an increase in audio quality... As your system sends a huge amount of the miss and bass to your subwoofer. If you can...

The only one I've found so far is: http://www.amazon.com/Creative-Labs-SB1090-Blaster-Surround/dp/B0017QQQAE   ... anyone know of another good one or if you have experience with this Soundblaster? Thanks in advance!

Yeah, I heard the Rp8 as well... they do also sound awesome, and they are LARGE! I may consider using them for HT system!

The s330 - my buddy has them and their sound is pretty bright and the bass is very strong and punchy... Vocals are decent too. For their price, they are good speakers. He got them from ncix too. As for the Altec Lansing 221... I got them from craigslist used: just for the amp (parts) for a...

Thanks for the feedback guys... I'll check them out - but as the Yamaha/Tapco are not available readily for auditioning... let alone buy - ... I'll look further- I'm sure I'll find something,   also, when you guys are saying better... ... what do you mean? - flatter response? louder...