Klipsch Promedia 2.1

[fierydemise]

Every review I look at calls the Klipsch Promedia 2.1s the king of 2.1 computer speakers however they no longer seem to be available. If they are no longer available then what is the new king of 2.1 computer speakers and/or where can I find the Klipschs.
Thanks

 

[corkyg]

Are all of these sites advertising hot air?

Klipsch

 

[bunnyfubbles]

I think Razer's Mako might be the new legitimate king of 2.1 speakers, however @ $399 MSRP, I'm sure most would rather go with a common 5.1 setup (whether you track down one of Klipsch's or go with something else that's still on the market)

 

[fierydemise]

Originally posted by: corkyg
Are all of these sites advertising hot air?

Klipsch

In effect yes they are, If you look at each of the sellers linked they are either out of stock or selling used speakers.

Any other thoughts/suggestions?

 

[bunnyfubbles]

It is still listed on Klipsch's website and it isn't under the discontinued section. There's even an option to buy it (I guess it would be directly from them?)...

http://www.klipsch.com/product...ails/promedia-2-1.aspx

 

[Anubis]

Originally posted by: bunnyfubbles
It is still listed on Klipsch's website and it isn't under the discontinued section. There's even an option to buy it (I guess it would be directly from them?)...

http://www.klipsch.com/product...ails/promedia-2-1.aspx

yes its directly from them, i got mine and my 4.1s directly from them

 

[imported_jabberjaw]

I was looking for the same set of speakers and could not find them anywhere (new that is, some used sets can be found). I ended up with this M-audio set http://www.guitarcenter.com/M-...-104302922-i1322223.gc

I am extremely happy with the sound quality, they are incredibly crisp and clear and they have enough bass to be satisfying when watching movies/ playing games etc

 

[0roo0roo]

http://www.cambridgesoundworks..._spk_csw&item=k1sntos4
http://www.cambridgesoundworks...s5&akhg1999=WFROOGLEB3

 

[shortylickens]

I hate to rain on Eureka Electronics parade but they are going to be out of business if they dont unstick heads from asses.

http://www.eurekaelectronics.com/d7272y.html

 

[Old Hippie]

Go to Ebay and use the BIN with 25% rebate from MS. Probably be @ 96.00 shipped.

 

[FearoftheNight]

i think there is a pair of swans that is real good

 

[seriously111]

Ah, those great promedia 2.1 speakers. Just spent the last week on the phone with Klipsch about them:
1. They are still being produced and shipped. Klipsch is getting a whole new shipment this month (11/2008)
2. There are few sales outlets as there have been problems with some of the retailers (e.g. Best Buy) You should buy directly from Klipsch online.
3. The speakers are amazing for the price. I've had them for years and use them for various things such as presentations, video editing etc.
4. They have drawbacks: a) The connector in the back is fragile. b) The controller in the amplifier goes bad on certain sets. All of this is covered by the warranty (Klipsch is great with that stuff) but outside retailers are not so forthcoming.

The M-Audios are fine, but more of a low-powered ref monitor. The promedias have way more possibilities but also can function adequately as refs when you turn down the whopping subwoofer. Anything better than the promedias will be about 3x the price.

 

[sjwaste]

I've been using the i-Fi, which I think is similar to the Promedia 2.1 but with an ipod dock. Received as a gift and have had them for a year. Great speakers.

 

[postmortemIA]

i see them on klipsch's online store

http://www.klipsch.com/product...ails/promedia-2-1.aspx

 

[bunnyfubbles]

Originally posted by: bunnyfubbles
It is still listed on Klipsch's website and it isn't under the discontinued section. There's even an option to buy it (I guess it would be directly from them?)...

http://www.klipsch.com/product...ails/promedia-2-1.aspx

Originally posted by: postmortemIA
i see them on klipsch's online store

http://www.klipsch.com/product...ails/promedia-2-1.aspx

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