[karljs]

I have a pretty cramped desk, but would like to pick up some speakers/monitors that can fit underneath my screens.  The total height available is about 6 inches.  Finding the actual dimensions has been pretty hard, as Amazon seems to generally list the size of the packaging rather than the product itself.
 
They would need to be active/powered and budget is ideally in the realm of $100--$400 for the pair.
 
I am well aware that small generally correlates with reduced bass, but I'm not interested in getting a sub.  I'll make sacrifices as necessary.

 

[cel4145]

How about this Sharkk bluetooth speaker set: http://www.amazon.com/Bluetooth-Surround-Wireless-Subwoofer-Computers/dp/B00OUAIYRC/. I haven't tried them, but I have heard the original single version Sharkk, and it is good as the reviews say for the money: http://www.amazon.com/Wireless-Bluetooth-Playtime-High-Def-Computers/dp/B00ES2BQ7M/ (notice the number of Amazon reviews).

Or check out the Kanto YU2GW: http://www.amazon.com/Kanto-YU2GB-Powered-Desktop-Speakers/dp/B00GMPDAAO/. Amazon seems to have the dimensions wrong, for Kanto says that they are 3.9” W x 5.3″ D x 5.9” H http://kantoliving.com/product/yu2/#specifications

An entirely different option if you can handle the width--and probably the best SQ option--is to go with two small passive center channel speakers, like these EMP Teks: http://emptek.com/e3c.php. You would need some kind of amp to run them; they are a little bit inefficient, so probably something more than a t-amp. A center channel speaker is just speaker designed for horizontal placement, so it might work very well for you.

 

[cel4145]

Almost forgot about Orbs and Cambridge Minx Min 12 and Min 22:

http://www.orbaudio.com/mini-tamplifierandspeakerpackage.aspx
http://www.cambridgeaudio.com/products/speakers/minx-min-12-22

 

[karljs]

Thanks for a really helpful replies!  I was a little hesitant to post this here since it's: 1) a recommendation request, albeit a very specific one, and 2) not about headphones, so I'm particularly grateful for the information.
 
My desktop doesn't have bluetooth support, so despite the pretty spectacular feedback I don't think that's a good option for me.  I'm leaning towards the Kanto, with Cambridge as a close second, mostly because they are very small, attractive, and powered.  A quick search led me to discover that the Kanto is also currently available for a little cheaper than Amazon via Massdrop.  The reviews are not as overwhelmingly positive, but I really just want something decent for the rare occasion I'm not using my headphones.
 
Much obliged.

 

[cel4145]

Glad to help. Bluetooth is easy to add, btw, if for some reason you changed your mind: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007Q45EF4

Accessories4less has the Minx series available at good prices: http://www.accessories4less.com/index.php?page=seek&id%5Bm%5D=pattern&id%5Bq%5D=cambridge. I've heard really good things about the Minx for their size, although really would need a sub for any midbass (or sub bass).

The Kantos do look interesting, and I had forgotten about Massdrop. And if you ever decided you did want more bass, they do have a very small sub to pair with them: http://www.amazon.com/Kanto-SUB6GB-Powered-Subwoofer-Gloss/dp/B00JPJ20EQ/. There's a sub out on the back of the YU2s, so easy setup. Kanto lists the dimensions as 8.7” W x 8.7” D x 9.6 (Amazon is wrong yet again), so very tiny.