Desktop PC speakers

[joeyl]

I spend most of my time listening to music and watching movies on the home PC so it makes sense to get better speakers for it. I used to have a 5.1 Logitech that was ok but my new place does not have much space so I am looking at only 2 speakers.

I am thinking about the Audioengine A2

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They have rave reviews everywhere, and they are powered so I don't need another desktop amplifier. I also think they look good.
The bad thing is that for desktop speakers they don't have a headphone out


Or, I could go with a small desktop amp such as the Audioengine N22

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and use my Polk Monitor 30 but they are kind of big to put on a small computer desk, so I may pick up the Polk TL1 Blackstone or similar.

I can't think that the only choices are Audioengine and Nuforce, what are you guys using? And what do you recommend?

thanks

 

[BioDriver]

I've tried M-Audio, Logitech, Sony, HP, and other speakers and no matter what I keep going back to my current setup - running my computer into a vintage Pioneer SX-780 and Pioneer bookshelf speakers.

 

[ErebusBass]

Get a three speaker set up with a small woofer. Can be had for ~$50.

 

[joeyl]

I've tried M-Audio, Logitech, Sony, HP, and other speakers and no matter what I keep going back to my current setup - running my computer into a vintage Pioneer SX-780 and Pioneer bookshelf speakers.

I used to do the same thing back in the day, Technics amplifier into JBL bookshelf speakers.

 

[Bipslapper]

Avoid the Bose desktop 2 way speaker system. Poopy (I got it cheap at B.J's & I got what I deserved) for my home laptop set up.

My office system is much better: 3 way Cambridge Sound-works powered sub setup - sadly, they are out of business...

 

[TOOL460002]

I had a pair of Klipsh ones a while back that were awesome (so much so that someone stole them). They're a solid choice.

 

[BioDriver]

Avoid [DEL]the[/DEL] Bose

FTFY. Overpriced for what you get.

 

[joeyl]

FTFY. Overpriced for what you get.

yep, I remember the marketing hype of the early 90s for Bose audio systems: great sound imaging regardless of where you stand in relation to the 4 or 5 speakers, that defied the physics of sound waves


Anyway I found a semi ok deal for Audioengine speakers

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I never heard of massdrop before until I was reading a review article that mentioned it.I will give it a try and update.

 

[joeyl]

anybody familiar with Swan?

http://www.theaudioinsider.com/inde...21_24&osCsid=6a181bef06722ca73ba9fd717810752e

 

[iamlowsound]

If you are handy, build some Frugal-Horns. Can be built for ~$150.
http://www.frugel-horn.com/index.html

lowsound

 

[uOpt]

Swipe some junk off the desk and get a pair of RoKits.

 

[rtslinger]

I have these

surround sound speakers with a 75 watt sub yeah good stuff Logitech Surround Sound Speakers Z506


specs:

Logitech Z506 5.1 Surround Sound Speaker System with Subwoofer, 75W(RMS), RoHS Compliance Be moved by big, 5.1 surround sound from your music, movies and games with the Logitech Surround Sound 5.1 Z506 speaker system. Multiple inputs allow you to connect to your computer, game console, music player, DVD player or TV. 3D Stereo for surround sound from two-channel sources. 75 watts (RMS) of balanced power fills the room with sound. Features : Multiple inputs - You've got the flexibility to set up your system the way you want to. Connect your PC, PS3, Xbox 360, Wii, iPod, DVD player, and more. Surround sound with 3D Stereo - You'll hear it all around you-even from two-channel sources. Your speakers convert two-channel stereo into an immersive surround sound experience. 75 watts (RMS) of power - You've got enough power to fill the room with sound-and even rattle a few windows. Ported, down-firing subwoofer - Deep bass brings your music, movies, and games to life. Dedicated bass control - You're in command-dial the bass up or down to for as much (or little) boom as you want. Specifications : RMS Output Power : 75 watts Satellites : 48 watts RMS (2 x 8 W front, 16 W center, 2 x 8 W rear) Subwoofer : 27 watts RMS Total peak power : 150 watts Frequency response : 45 Hz-20 kHz Cables : - Front: 2 meters - Rear: 5 meters - Center: 2.7 meters - Accessory cables: 2 meters Package Contents : Speakers 3.5 mm and six channel direct audio cables (RCA cable not included) Color-coded speaker cables User documentation

 

[joeyl]

If you are handy, build some Frugal-Horns. Can be built for ~$150.
http://www.frugel-horn.com/index.html

lowsound

interesting I do like DIY.
I also found a site that sell DAC pcbs and components

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[coliny]

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[JHandley]

I use ROkIT 5's through a PV6USB mixer

 

[TOOL460002]

Swipe some junk off the desk and get a pair of RoKits.

I use ROkIT 5's through a PV6USB mixer

Agree. Got a pair of 8s for monitors, but get the 5s unless you have a massive desk. Sound great for the money.

 

[i_got_a_mohawk]

Another +1 for the KRKs, used to run a pair of KRK RP6 SE's here, don't have the space for them any more sadly so down to using some Creative speakers (running 2.1 from a 5.1 system).