[jungkyu]

So i was thinking of buying cheap bookshelf speakers like the Dayton B652 or the Monoprice 8250/8251. I want to keep it cheap around $50 is the range i want. So how would I connect these to my ipod/laptop? Is that even possible? I heard that I need an amp or something also. All I want is to be able to connect my speakers to my ipod/laptop so what do i need to do to get that? I also kind of want a subwoofer too. is that possible to add it on and connect everything?
 
I just want this for listening to music in my room and watching movies in my room. Thanks

 

[kevistador]

Yes, you would need an amp to power those speakers.  If you don't want an amp you'll have to look into powered speakers.  Here's a quick Amazon search for some:
 
http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_ss_i_0_10?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=powered+desktop+speakers&x=0&y=0&sprefix=powered+de
 
Then all you need is a 3.5mm to RCA (or 3.5 to 3.5) cable and you'll be all set!
 

 

[jungkyu]

I want to specifically buy the Dayton B562 though. If I were to get the Dayton DTA-1 amp would that work with the B562? Also, would it work with an ipod/laptop? 

 

[Lenni]

yes it seems, specifically with a mp3 player/pc. check the Part-Express bundle. also need speaker wire (check wire polarity).
 
if your laptop has a sub-out a powered sub might work (not ideal). an alternative maybe a used klipsch promedia 2.1 speaker system.
 

 

[basketball]

The best IPod speakers ever made are the apple hifi. They were made in 2006 and discontinued. I have a pair and the sound is mind bowing.

 

[trog]

I made a sharing thread on T-Amps and generally, a TA2020 is a better buy compared to a DTA-1
http://www.parts-express.com/pe/showdetl.cfm?Partnumber=310-300
 
Also these Pioneers are going for $49.99 with promo code and free ship on Egg 

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16882117405
 
You need a line out cable for your ipod though to feed an amp
http://www.amazon.com/FiiO-L1-Line-Cable-iPhone/dp/B003G8GZV6