[wonderland130]

Hope to get some help on getting a high quality sound system that is small/sleek with clear sound.  Base is not important so no need for a lot of power but clarity would be important.  This is for my father in law.  Price range is 150-300. Thanks!

 

[StratocasterMan]

Well, maybe not as small as you'd like, but hey, why not kick ass with bass!
 
http://www.head-fi.org/t/630229/and-you-thought-audioengine-a2-was-good-lol-heres-my-near-field-monster-desktop-rig-for-less-than-200#post_8769204

 

[Hellbishop]

Cerwin Vega XD3. Crystal clear voice work with a very balanced sound at any volume level. Distorts a bit if played too loud. Fantastic for nearfield listening a foot or less away from ones sitting position-
 
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Cerwin+Vega+-+2.0+Powered+Desktop+Speaker+(2-Piece)/2631008.p;jsessionid=26D619D76B0A1A29652EC8974CE91A32.bbolsp-app01-56?id=1218341074734&skuId=2631008&st=cerwin vega xd3&cp=1&lp=1

 

[DJHeadshot]

Swan M50W would have been a great choice but there sold out now suppose to be back in December.  The cheaper Swan M10 would also be a good choice since you don't need alot of bass and looking for clarity in a small form factor and it is very sleek looking imo.

 

[PurpleAngel]

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Hope to get some help on getting a high quality sound system that is small/sleek with clear sound.  Base is not important so no need for a lot of power but clarity would be important.  This is for my father in law.  Price range is 150-300. Thanks!

If your more into Clarity then bass, don't get a 2.1 setup, skip the sub-woofer, just get the best 2.0 setup.

 

[cel4145]

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If your more into Clarity then bass, don't get a 2.1 setup, skip the sub-woofer, just get the best 2.0 setup.

 
Agreed. 
 
Swan M200MkII would be a great choice. Have a classy look to them, and they've gotten excellent reviews on the Web. They do have a larger 5" driver, but that's one reason why they sound very good.