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geekhack Community => Other Geeky Stuff => Topic started by: SmallTomato on Sat, 23 March 2013, 21:14:54
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I am currently using the Logitech X-540 5.1 Speakers and I think it is time I upgrade to something else. Looking to go for a higher quality 2.1 or the likes. Problem is I have no idea what I am doing :) Any suggestions? Budget of $350. This would be used for my PC setup, gaming, music, movies, etc.
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You can get some nice active bookshelf speakers for around $200, and a sub for $100. If you can find a used receiver or amplifier for around $50-100 you'll have more options since you can start using passive speakers.
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Yeah, I am just not sure about brands... who is good who isn't (overpriced etc). Go for an upgradeable system or go with something like the Swan M10s.. I gots no idea :(
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I haven't heard them myself, but I hear a lot of glowing reviews about the audioengine a5 speakers. They're $400 so they might be a little out of your budget, and don't include a subwoofer, but you can audition them for 30 days and if you don't like them send them back for a full refund. http://audioengineusa.com/Store/Audioengine-A5plus (http://audioengineusa.com/Store/Audioengine-A5plus)
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I haven't heard them myself, but I hear a lot of glowing reviews about the audioengine a5 speakers. They're $400 so they might be a little out of your budget, and don't include a subwoofer, but you can audition them for 30 days and if you don't like them send them back for a full refund. http://audioengineusa.com/Store/Audioengine-A5plus (http://audioengineusa.com/Store/Audioengine-A5plus)
Yeah, I almost pulled the trigger on A5s today but I stopped myself. My main concern is... is it better to go with active speakers or passive with a receiver? Or does it not really matter at this lower price point? I was trying to decide now against the swan MKIII and the A5s... but I cannot find MKIII's anywhere anyways. I might just have to go for the A5s :D