Best computer speakers for the price

[BBock727]

My recent 2.1 setup broke recently and I need a new one. I would like to spend less than 100$, preferably much less. Please tell me what the best bang for the buck is right now.

 

[MagickMan]

Step 1: Buy a cheap stereo receiver from Goodwill or the Salvation Army store ($5-15).

Step 2: Buy some decent bookshelf speakers.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/...x?Item=N82E16882428027

or

http://www.newegg.com/Product/...x?Item=N82E16882290039

Step 3: Hook it up with cheap wire and cables.

Step 4: Enjoy. It'll sound better, a WHOLE LOT better, than any $100 "computer speaker" set.


The one caveat, this setup takes up some room, but the sound will blow you away.

 

[shlemielo]

That guy speaks truth.

 

[BBock727]

I dont want a large system for my pc... so again, any ideas?

 

[Ghouler]

Creative makes some very good value for money speakers. I have used their Inspire 5.1 set for a few years then went for stereo set only once 5.1 setup became too problematic for space / family reasons. Sure there are better speakers that would cost you more, but there are plenty of much worse speakers that would also cost you more. So keep in mind price is not your best advisor. Best value is usually hidden out of sight

Some options for you:

2.1 set - $99 - I guess you pay exta 20 bucks for a slim woofer compared to the next set below I-Trigue 3000

2.1 set - $79 - I-Trigue 3330

2.1 set - $49 - two small speakers have both mid range driver and a twitter, something of a rarity in this price and it gives better accuracy in mid and upper frequencies - Inspire T3100 - This is my first recommendation for you, unless you want slim looks - then see two sets above.

2.1 set - $29 - no frills 2.1 set Creative A200

2.0 set - $49 T10

2.0 set - $99 Gigaworks T20 - if you want to get the best value out of 100 bucks this set it one to get, using it myself at the moment for skype and music from PC - this is my second recommendation for you - if you do not want the woofer. Believe me these small speakers deliver very nice bass given the dimensions.

 

[Howard]

Got a pair of Polk RTi4 bookshelf speakers for ~$135 including shipping. Hooked it up to a salvaged amp from an old 2.1 PC speaker set.

When I have time I'm going to upgrade the amp to a 41Hz AMP6-BASIC (running off my PC's PSU) with a separate plate amp on a sub (also to be built). I have a eD 12k.44 lying around.

 

[Capt Caveman]

The Logitech Z-2300s go on sale for around $100 and I can highly recommend them.

 

[semo]

hey Howard. that AMP6 looks delicious

any idea where i can get such a thing in the UK?

 

[Howard]

http://41hz.com/

 

[BW86]

If you're looking to spend less than $30 - these speakers are actually pretty good. My gf just got them to go with her new comp. and for $20 you can't beat em.

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[SniperDaws]

Im using Altec Lansings 5021's and everyone comments on how good they sound. you can get em anywhere in the UK.

 

[semo]

hey Howard, me again. do you think it will be better to have a multi 12v rail power supply for powering the amp6? at the moment i'm looking at some power supplies with single 12v rail and just started thinking whether this would matter in this case.

sorry if i'm hijacking

 

[konakona]

edirol ma7a or swan d1080

these if you wanna be real cheap http://www.meci.com/advanced_s...words=220-0272&x=0&y=0 (add an active sub if deemed necessary)

 

[Modelworks]

http://www.americanmusical.com/Item--i-BEH-MS20-LIST
Would be my pick.
$100 shipped and they have a builtin dac for optical and coax connections as well as line level inputs,headphone jacks on front, no wall adapter to get in the way , just a regular power cord.
magnetically shielded for pc use as well and they sound great.

 

[Howard]

Originally posted by: semo
hey Howard, me again. do you think it will be better to have a multi 12v rail power supply for powering the amp6? at the moment i'm looking at some power supplies with single 12v rail and just started thinking whether this would matter in this case.

sorry if i'm hijacking

Hmm, as long as the rail has sufficient current for everything that it's powering, it should be fine. That depends on both the power supply and what your system is, of course.

 

[semo]

Originally posted by: Howard

Originally posted by: semo
hey Howard, me again. do you think it will be better to have a multi 12v rail power supply for powering the amp6? at the moment i'm looking at some power supplies with single 12v rail and just started thinking whether this would matter in this case.

sorry if i'm hijacking

Hmm, as long as the rail has sufficient current for everything that it's powering, it should be fine. That depends on both the power supply and what your system is, of course.

yeah i gues as long as you get enough power it shouldn't be a problem. i was worried about noise but thinking about it, a modern psu should deliver a lot better power than your average wall wart.

 

[cheesehead]

If you're willing to buy used, you may be able to get some powered studio monitors for under $100. If you can, they're worth every penny.

 

[zerocool84]

http://www.thespeakercompany.com/PC-Multimedia-C16.aspx
These speakers are supposed to be good for the price. Haven't owned any but I purchased the 5.1 set and they should be here by wednesday.