Cheap computer 2.1 setup

[NuComer]

Hello guys,
 
The idea is to have a little amp driving 2 speakers and a sub so I can give sound to the movies I'll be sending to a 32" TV from my computer.
 
I have never assembled a setup like this one, now, another thing that might be an issue is that im outside the U.S so buying used might be a high risk for me.
 
If you think that I would be better off just buying computer speakers let me know, i'm open to any ideas.
 
The budget is super low unfortunately, I can just spend around 150-200 dollars for the setup, keep in mind that anything cheaper is welcomed! .
 
Thanks guys!.

 

[astrallite]

Hmmm, how about Pioneer BS22 speakers, a used receiver on craigslist, maybe a used subwoofer? You can probably haggle the prices a bit for used gear.

 

[kraken2109]

To get what you want for that money you'd have to go used.

 

[NuComer]

Thanks for both responses guys.
 
I'll take a look around to see what I can find used nationally. I'm not really comfortable buying used from outside the country.
 
I was also looking at theses options.
http://www.amazon.com/Micca-MB42X-Bookshelf-Speakers-Tweeter/dp/B00E7H8GG2 powered by http://www.amazon.com/Tripath-TPA3123-Stereo-Amplifier-Supply/dp/B008YBC172/
 
Or even these http://www.amazon.com/Klipsch-ProMedia-Certified-Computer-Speaker/dp/B000062VUO/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1393855171&sr=1-1&keywords=klipsch+promedia+2.1
 
Anyone used any of these devices that can give me an honest inside on them?.
 
Thanks again guys.

 

[ProtegeManiac]

 
The budget is super low unfortunately, I can just spend around 150-200 dollars for the setup, keep in mind that anything cheaper is welcomed! .
 
If you think that I would be better off just buying computer speakers let me know, i'm open to any ideas.
 

 
Add a bit more on that budget and you get a really good pair of computer speakers designed much more like Hi-Fi speakers - wood cabinets instead of plastic housings, including the satellites.

http://www.theaudioinsider.com/product_info.php?loudspeakers=swan-active-desktop-sound&p=swan-m50w-active-desktop-loudspeaker-system&cPath=21_24&products_id=167&osCsid=342c670f787aa6b1c8e8e04908697166

 

[NuComer]

   
Add a bit more on that budget and you get a really good pair of computer speakers designed much more like Hi-Fi speakers - wood cabinets instead of plastic housings, including the satellites.

http://www.theaudioinsider.com/product_info.php?loudspeakers=swan-active-desktop-sound&p=swan-m50w-active-desktop-loudspeaker-system&cPath=21_24&products_id=167&osCsid=342c670f787aa6b1c8e8e04908697166

Thanks!,
 
I'll look into that.

 

[Nova]

I'm interested in this as well and I found this video earlier today . In the description he has a link to a stereo amplifier on amazon for $20 that can power 2 bookshelf speakers + sub and he shows how he connects everything. This is all pretty new to me as I just decided I wanted to upgrade my logitech 2.1 computer speakers since the output gets very fuzzy and unbalanced when I mess with the volume. But as you can see in the video, that little $20 amp apparently can bring life to a 2.1 so all you would need is to find a set of speakers and sub in your price range.

 

[astrallite]

Meh, I think the a used pair of Klipsch iFis off ebay is a better value than the Swan M50s.

 

[cel4145]

I'd go for the Miccas and a used audio/video receiver. Then add a sub when you can afford it

 

[kraken2109]

I'm interested in this as well and I found this video earlier today . In the description he has a link to a stereo amplifier on amazon for $20 that can power 2 bookshelf speakers + sub and he shows how he connects everything. This is all pretty new to me as I just decided I wanted to upgrade my logitech 2.1 computer speakers since the output gets very fuzzy and unbalanced when I mess with the volume. But as you can see in the video, that little $20 amp apparently can bring life to a 2.1 so all you would need is to find a set of speakers and sub in your price range.

Just gonna nit-pick a bit in the hopes it helps somebody:

1. That small amp isn't powering the sub, the sub is active (has it's own amp)
2. The way he set it up is pretty bad for a few reasons:
   1. Lots of unnecessary cables and splitters
   2. No crossover

The sub he is using has speaker-level inputs and a crossover. What he should have done was use speaker cable from the amp to the sub which will then use the built-in crossover (which even has a dial to adjust it) and then use the speaker-level outputs on the sub to the speakers. This method will sound better and use less cable.