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...

Well, I'd suggest these in order or best to not so good: 1. Klipsch promedia 2. Edifier s330 3. Logitech z2300 All 3 will give you plenty of bass... But the klipsch will be best for musicality. In case you wanted something more "audiophile" / professional / monitor quality: ...

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I'm considering these 2 options as my next monitors. I've just heard the rokit5 and was impressed... Anyone have a detailed opinion on which is better?? Thx!!

The av40 is sold in a pair. 140 for pair. It only has one amp in 1 speaker... So logic will dictate that you get both!

Less than $100? Try the Phillips http://www.amazon.com/Philips-MMS321-Channel-Multimedia-Speakers/dp/B000FCN6SG   These are actually pretty good sounding - especially for a 2.0 system. I use them for travel... so I don't have to lug my Audioengine A2 around and risk damaging them.  ...

I'd say getting the BX5a... with these, you don't need a sub.   I have the AudioEngine A2... and while they have decent thump, I have them hooked up to a spare sub [Yamaha 8"] and it sounds awesome. I also use my A2's for travel... and while at the Hotel room, they are more than loud...

I have the AudioEngine A2's and overall very happy with them as I use them for travel, and in hotel rooms, I can't really turn them up --as I get calls from front desk when I do-LOL. Their Bass is very good for their price and size - It's very tight and surprisingly loud. It does get distorted...

Well, for loudness... IMHO, they will be about the same...I haven't had them side by side- so I'll have to guess the av40 are louder by a bit, but not enough to make a big difference. I think that the a2 are plenty loud- any louder, it'll be expecting too much from a pair of 2.0 monitor...

I've had a pair of a2 for a little while now... And the left speaker with the amp inside does get a little hot, but only when you have had it on for over an hour at a mid-high volume with lots of bass content. These speakers have an auto-standby function- so when no audio signal is sent to...

Wow really?? Ur being serious? to try reversing the polarity of the adapter? HMM.. . can anyone conifrm? I'll try with mine - guess it shouldn't hurt:)   Thx.