2.1 Multimedia Speakers, Advice On Choosing.

[Phatmike]

Hey guys.

I'm a bit of a noob outside the world of car audio, so need some advice on choosing a decent speaker set up for my room at uni.

I bought my stepmum a set of the Harmon Kardon SoundsticksII (http://www.techhouseuk.com/peripherals/pc-speakers/2-1-speaker-systems/2-1-speaker.html), as she liked the design, and they do sound good to me.

As well as an audiophile, I am a bit of a bass head, so a decent subwoofer channel is essential.

Looking to spend around £100, more than happy to go 2nd hand if there's anything around.

Ta for the help.

Mike.

[TheCircus]

What kind of inputs would you be using in the system?

Edit - I don't really have alot of experience with sound systems, but what I do know is that it might be worth spending a little more (read: around £200 total). To obtain a more rounded and versatile system.

I bought this for £200 new from digitaldirect.co.uk. It is a bargain for the features (HDMI, DTS decoding), as well as providing a nice amp for upgrades to new speakers in the future.

Edited September 13, 2008 by TheCircus

[David]

These mike: http://www.ebuyer.com/product/74747

If you want some slightly less bulky then these are great (I use them): http://www.ebuyer.com/product/94471

[Si-man]

The first ones in the above post are mental. Make sure you have room for the sub though as it's quite hefty. I have the Logitech Z-3's. Pretty good for the price. Mine are in silver and brushed metal.

[Sonny Clarke]

I've just bought these.

Amazing for the price, only problem is I'm having problem setting up the rear speakers!

Edit: Fixed the problem it was nothing to do with them.

Edited September 13, 2008 by Sonny Clarke

[Krisboats]

http://shop.ebay.co.uk/items/_W0QQ_nkwZcam...QQ_fromZQQ_mdoZ

Then either some morduant short 902's or.. these, with rough "new" prices. Should be significantly cheaper on the bay.

B&W DM600 S3 - £200

KEF iQ1 - £230

Mission V61 - ~£200 (I think?!)

KEF iQ3 - £280

B&W DM602 S3 - £300

Dynaudio Audience 42 - £400

If you can't find any cheap ones have a gander on the richer sounds site.

Don't get pc speakers. Please. If your even remotely audiophilic you'll be kicking yourself when you realise how you could have spent your money much better. I know i did.

I'd be far more inclined to get nicer stereo speakers than a 2.1 system anyday. Especially if your in towers, you'll be getting complaints from people below if you have the sub at any level worth having it for. Plus you'll have decent speakers for when you want to upgrade the amp in second year.

[mat hudson]

i'd have to agree getting a stereo system rather than a 2.1, good hifi sp[eakers or monitors will sound better than 99% of the 2.1 systems available... have you thought about getting a pair of active monitors? the samson rubicons are lovely, and under 200 quid they use a ribbon tweeter instead of the usual silk dome. resulting in less colouration of the sound. i havnt heard a pair myself but they seam to be the way to go for the price.

http://www.htfr.com/more-info/MR249210

oooh and behringer truth monitors are also worth a look, we use them in college and they're spot on!

http://www.htfr.com/more-info/MR171639

Edited September 14, 2008 by mat hudson

[Gandalf the Yellow]

i've heard loads of good things about the Acoustic Energy Aego M's

price range from £120-140 depending where you getting it from..

steve