[dusk]

I know, I know. I'm asking about SPEAKERS. But seriously, I really only trust the guys in these forums.

Anyway, I am building a new rig, and have an XFI Xtreme music sound card. I am getting a pair of darth beyer v3's and a MAD Ear+ HD2 amp for the primary listening.

Although, sometimes I won't want to wear headphones, or just play a movie while watching it with friends, etc.

So, what is your opinion on a good set of desktop speakers. Price doesn't matter, sound quality does.

2/2.1/5.1 will all be considered.

What are your thoughts?

 

[Ahriman4891]

Quote:

Originally Posted by dusk /img/forum/go_quote.gif Price doesn't matter, sound quality does.

http://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/8030LSE/

As always, try to audition first.

 

[dusk]

haha, ok, maybe price IS an issue.

under a grand.

that system looks pretty sweet

 

[Chu]

Twoish years ago the Klipsch Promedia were by far the best 2.1 system out there made for computers. I have not really kept up, but from a recent Head-fi thread it appears they still hold the crown. How it compares to bookshelf speekers I cannot tell you.

Here is a link to what they look like. Be warned, these were replaced in Klipsch's lineup by a far inferior 2.1 system. I cannot recall the name offhand, but it has a silver-greyish color pattern and an "orb" for the controller/base.

 

[kamal007]

Maybe a swans M200 Bookshelf speakers that can be had around $200ish

 

[Ahriman4891]

Well, do you want surround or is 2.0/2.1 enough? If surround, just get Logitech Z5500 I guess... you can also try Klipsch Promedia Ultra 5.1, but they are out of production, so you may have difficulty finding them.

If you can live with stereo, just get a nice pair of bookshelves+amp or a <$1000 pair of monitors. Add a sub later if you feel you need one. Ultimately, if you are willing to spend that much, it's best to spend a couple of days auditioning stuff and making a choice yourself. So visit your local hi-end audio and/or proaudio shops.

EDIT:
for starters, here is a list of brands/models for you to research (google is your friend):

Ascend Acoustics CBM-170 and CMT-340
AV123 X-LS and matching sub
Axiom Audio

All of these are internet direct brands, you can order them for a 30-day trial with money-back guarantee.

Powered monitors:
http://www.sweetwater.com/c405--Acti...itors/low2high (2nd time I'm posting this link today)

 

[dusk]

2.1 should be enough for now

 

[uraflit]

i also say 2.1 unless you are in dire need of 5.1 for whatever reasons.

i went the budget way and got cheap the insignia bookshelf speakers + a used receiver from craigslist for around $100. beats the crepe out of my older logitech 5.1 speakers.

 

[Sh0eBoX]

i haven't heard anything superior to the M200 yet, but i do recommend them as they're relatively cheap and sound amazing. and since your budget is <$1,000 then you can add a nice sub to it and make it a great 2.1 system

 

[drizek]

http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage....=1138085354138

Are these the insignia speakers everyone is raving about?

 

[Ahriman4891]

^Yes.

 

[Leoseller7]

If you are looking for ease and want the best surround sound PC set up go with Creative Gigaworks 7.1 (comes with all you need including a sub)

It has been the King for a number of years now, I don't think anything has knocked it off the top spot. With over 700 watts and the ease of having Satellite Speakers instead of bookshelf monitors.

http://www.creative.com/products/pro...3&product=9306

Then you should also mod your existing X-Fi Extreme Music soundcard
http://www.head-fi.org/forums/showthread.php?t=229350

What a set up

Enjoy

 

[dusk]

I have read a ton of reviews, and decided on the M200.

However, what is the difference between those and the MKII's?

I WILL hotrod my xfi.

 

[Ahriman4891]

A lot of folks have been happy with M200. I wish I heard them myself

Enjoy!

 

[hijodeltiger]

Sorry for the hijack, but a friend just asked me for speakers, and i'm not all that familiar with them.
At less than $100 (including amp if needed) what would you guys recommend?