[Scott549]

I'm going to be getting a new TV in the next couple of months. I would like to get a set of powered monitors to upgrade the sound. I have a set of cheap Behringer MS16 monitors in my office. They are OK, but they are pretty flat (not necessarily in a good way) and have very little bass response. My room is relatively small and I don't need really big sound -- subwoofer probably not necessary. I would like to spend no more than $200. Any suggestions?

 

[Scott549]

To continue the conversation with myself, I have been researching this and it looks like the Klipsch Promedia 2.1 speakers would work well for this situation.

 

[SwaFa]

Audioengine - Upgrade your music

They have 2 options. Have had good reviews.

 

[Scott549]

Thanks, I had never heard of Audioengine before. They look great.

 

[kontai69]

I also recommend the Audioengine A2. After extensive online research they appear to be among the best choices for under $200 powered speakers.
Another common recommendations are the M-Audio AV40 and Logitech Z-2300.

I splurged and got an "open box" white Audioengine A5 for $290 (from One Call) because I wanted more bass. I am very impressed with the sound. Deep strong bass, spacious sound, good imaging. The speakers are also very well constructed (solid MDF) and finished (glossy painted).

 

[lamewing]

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Originally Posted by Scott549 /img/forum/go_quote.gif I'm going to be getting a new TV in the next couple of months. I would like to get a set of powered monitors to upgrade the sound. I have a set of cheap Behringer MS16 monitors in my office. They are OK, but they are pretty flat (not necessarily in a good way) and have very little bass response. My room is relatively small and I don't need really big sound -- subwoofer probably not necessary. I would like to spend no more than $200. Any suggestions?

If you are not in a hurry and don't mind using ebay consider finding a set of Sony SAVA-7 (circa 1997). I have collected three sets over the years and have yet to hear anything that bests them based on price and size. They are about 1.5 feet tall, but hey....

 

[Scott549]

I have the M-Audio A30's for my computer. the A40's were too big. I think the A30's are good but not spectacular. I might go for the Audioengine speakers just because I have limited space and I'm not sure I want the bulk of a subwoofer. Interesting that the Logitech system is so highly regarded -- I got a set of Logitech Z-10 computer speakers from my late uncle and the sound is surprisingly good.