Speaker recommendation request

[unfalliblekrutch]

I havne't heard the Bic ones you linked, but they might be worth a try. Perhaps you could wait to see if anyone can chime in who has heard them

 

[taltamir]

I will wait... hopefully someone knows if they are good or bad.
I am in no particular hurry, I am currently using an old aiwa nsx-s222 stereo I had literally lying around.
http://www.ciao.co.uk/Aiwa_NSX_S222__1648

 

[kalrith]

I have no knowledge of the Bic speakers you listed, but I was considering getting the DV62si back when I bought my Polk R50. So, I can't necessarily endorse the Bic DV32, but I can endorse the DV62si based on past research (but not personal experience). Another recommendation I found on avsforum was the Jamo C401. The Polk Monitor 30 and Monitor 40 are also good choices.

I'd check around to see what used options are available or what deals crop up.

 

[SithSolo1]

Jump on the Jamo C401 speakers and don't look back. They are normally $400 a pair, right now they are $79 with free shipping. Direct Vanns link

 

[taltamir]

Jump on the Jamo C401 speakers and don't look back. They are normally $400 a pair, right now they are $79 with free shipping. Direct Vanns link

are they REALLY normally 400$ or is it just the "OMG you save bazillion dollars!" trick.

btw, also available through amazon (from same seller).
http://www.amazon.com/Jamo-cherry-Co...4932579&sr=8-1

 

[TourGuide]

For the same price you could do a LOT worse than these:

http://www.klipsch.com/na-en/products/promedia-2-1-overview/

I do not personally have this set, but when mine go out, this is what I'm going to buy.

 

[0roo0roo]

I will wait... hopefully someone knows if they are good or bad.
I am in no particular hurry, I am currently using an old aiwa nsx-s222 stereo I had literally lying around.
http://www.ciao.co.uk/Aiwa_NSX_S222__1648

does the cd changer still work?
a long while back they were known for problematic cd changers.

 

[0roo0roo]

For the same price you could do a LOT worse than these:

http://www.klipsch.com/na-en/products/promedia-2-1-overview/

I do not personally have this set, but when mine go out, this is what I'm going to buy.

potentially more impressive
http://store.cambridgesoundworks.co...xtreme-2.1-Multimedia-System/M/B0036UU14G.htm
3.5" mid range drivers 8" sub

 

[unfalliblekrutch]

If you want to go with 2.1 multimedia speakers, get the promedia and be done.

If you're looking for t-amp + bookshelves, the bic you linked might be a good deal at such a low price. The polk monitors are no doubt a good choice. You might also consider the insignia B2111 speakers from bestbuy

http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Insignia...=1138085354138

try to find a 10% off coupon to sweeten the deal (local post office should have 10% bb coupons in the movers packets)

 

[taltamir]

does the cd changer still work?
a long while back they were known for problematic cd changers.

it still work... there is a firmware bug where, under certain replicatable conditions, it will put 2 CDs on the same slot in the changer, causing it to jam... I have fixed that a couple of times and learned to avoid that specific behavior... unfortunately, I forgot what exactly it WAS over the years... so I might do it again some day by accident

If you want to go with 2.1 multimedia speakers, get the promedia and be done.

If you're looking for t-amp + bookshelves, the bic you linked might be a good deal at such a low price. The polk monitors are no doubt a good choice. You might also consider the insignia B2111 speakers from bestbuy

http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Insignia...=1138085354138

try to find a 10% off coupon to sweeten the deal (local post office should have 10% bb coupons in the movers packets)

which would produce better quality audio and more accurate reproduction, the 2.1 or the t-amp + bookshelves?

 

[unfalliblekrutch]

it still work... there is a firmware bug where, under certain replicatable conditions, it will put 2 CDs on the same slot in the changer, causing it to jam... I have fixed that a couple of times and learned to avoid that specific behavior... unfortunately, I forgot what exactly it WAS over the years... so I might do it again some day by accident



which would produce better quality audio and more accurate reproduction, the 2.1 or the t-amp + bookshelves?

Not sure. The t-amp would be reusable if you wanted to upgrade. You could go to frys to listen to the Polk Monitors if they have them, and go to bestbuy to listen to the insignias. Bestbuy will also have the promedias. Compare and see which you like better

 

[corkyg]

These may be too $$$ for your budget, but Max PC just gave them 10 points and a Kick-Ass award saying they are the best they have ever tested.

http://www.bowers-wilkins.com/display.aspx?infid=4503

I can't wait to audition them somewhere.

 

[taltamir]

These may be too $$$ for your budget, but Max PC just gave them 10 points and a Kick-Ass award saying they are the best they have ever tested.

http://www.bowers-wilkins.com/display.aspx?infid=4503

I can't wait to audition them somewhere.

eek! 500$

Yea, they look awesome but they are too rich for me.

 

[0roo0roo]

it still work... there is a firmware bug where, under certain replicatable conditions, it will put 2 CDs on the same slot in the changer, causing it to jam... I have fixed that a couple of times and learned to avoid that specific behavior... unfortunately, I forgot what exactly it WAS over the years... so I might do it again some day by accident



which would produce better quality audio and more accurate reproduction, the 2.1 or the t-amp + bookshelves?

ah was just wondering cuz there was a class action over em, but the affected models pretty much had a ribbon cable that snapped itself.

 

[taltamir]

ah was just wondering cuz there was a class action over em, but the affected models pretty much had a ribbon cable that snapped itself.

that sounds a different issue altogether. I guess I would have to worry about that eventually happening.

 

[SithSolo1]

Jamo is not a bad speaker company and I would definitely put them ahead of BIC. Whether or not they are better than the Polk Monitors I dunno. If you want to just get an all in one setup go with the Klipsch Promedia 2.1 setup but I personally feel bookshelf speaks with an amp/reciever would have higher sound quality.

 

[0roo0roo]

that sounds a different issue altogether. I guess I would have to worry about that eventually happening.

heh its all trivia now anyways, isn't aiwa dead?

 

[MisterDonut]

So those Jamos are really catching my eye if they are normally priced @ $400, but I've seen companies try that trick >:O. Anybody have personal experience with them?

 

[llamajizz]

I had some promedia 2.1 speakers a few years ago and I sold them to buy some z-5500s. Before the promedias I had a set of logitech z-540s which were good but nowhere near as good as the promedia's (I used the z-540s in 2.1 all the time, and those may actually be the same ones you had). Also, recently, I got a deal on a refurbished z-2300 which sound better than I remember the z-540s sounding but still not nearly as good as the promedias. Hope that helps.

 

[shortylickens]

The very best computer speakers are the Klipsch Promedia Ultra 5.1's. As most audiophiles will tell you, once you get into that kind of money it actually makes more sense to just buy a TV home theater system. More power and better quality and actually a very good deal for your money.

Other good computer speakers include:
Klipsch Promedia 2.1
Logitech Z-5500
Logitech Z-5300 (mine)

and realistically you dont wanna consider anything else. Just go with the basic HT in a box.
Although, for their size the old Labtec Spin 50's and Spin 70's provided darn good audio. If you absolutely have to have multimedia speakers and they need to be on a desk, try those.
I have no idea where to get them anymore.

 

[Rifter]

which would produce better quality audio and more accurate reproduction, the 2.1 or the t-amp + bookshelves?

I would vote for T-amp and bookshelves. Im running a Dayton DTA-100(50Watts/channel) T Amp with a pair of Dayton BR-1 speakers and think for the price there is no beating it. I bought this combo when the speakers were $100 a pair so it cost me $200 + shipping total for amp and speakers. The speakers can also go down pretty low for bookshelves good cabinet design.

 

[Jodiuh]

Anyone get a chance to compare the KRK RP6's w/ Swans M50W?

 

[FeuerFrei]

Anyone get a chance to compare the KRK RP6's w/ Swans M50W?

Haven't used either, but I did consider some Rokits before buying my Swan M200 MkIIs a few years ago.

Who really wants to flip each monitor around and twist a knob on the back every time you adjust volume? That's no way to live.

You might think you'd be content to set volume levels through software, but it's not the same.

That said, I'd rather have two sixers at desktop level than twin 3.5"s with a 6.5" sub stashed below. Desk space is not a concern for me.

 

[General Kenobi]

Take care with the M-Audio speakers, I've got a pair of M-Audio AV 40s, and they do have some static going on, and you will hear it if you sit next to them. I've always used them with my HDTV so I don't actually hear it, but I suspect that the standard cable isn't all that good. Might be dirty power issues as well though.

 

[Jodiuh]

Who really wants to flip each monitor around and twist a knob on the back every time you adjust volume? That's no way to live. You might think you'd be content to set volume levels through software, but it's not the same.

ROFL! Well, my keyboard has volume buttons, so I am actually ok w/ that. I only need to set the volume @ 25% for enough volume from the speakers and 50% when using the Little Dot MKIII. I really did thing this would be a deal breaker, but I'm not bothered at all w/ this solution.

That said, I'd rather have two sixers at desktop level than twin 3.5"s with a 6.5" sub stashed below. Desk space is not a concern for me.

I think you're probably right. They sound wonderful. For the first time in years I actually go for the speakers before the headphones.

Take care with the M-Audio speakers, I've got a pair of M-Audio AV 40s, and they do have some static going on, and you will hear it if you sit next to them. I've always used them with my HDTV so I don't actually hear it, but I suspect that the standard cable isn't all that good. Might be dirty power issues as well though.

Mine were ok. I don't remember hearing any of that. The power cable was ungrounded though. Also, they were of the newer variant, wo/ the bass boost button.

I got some Auralex Mopads in today and they have further tightened up the low and mid ranges. In addition, they angle the sound downward a bit and pick the soundstage up from the floor. Here's a pic of my setup.