any decent computer speakers out there?

Phil · « **on:** 30 Mar 2006, 09:06 pm »

Something with decent midrange, and highs that don't burn the ears, for listening to internet radio.

Many reviews have lots of positive comments until you get the one audiophile who trashes them. Perhaps the best way is to go to compusa and listen for myself.

F-100 · « **Reply #1 on:** 30 Mar 2006, 09:15 pm »

You might want to add the Swans M200 to your list.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16836136102

Some discussion and feedbacks here.

http://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=22643&highlight=swans

kfr01 · « **Reply #2 on:** 30 Mar 2006, 09:57 pm »

Quote from: Phil

Something with decent midrange, and highs that don't burn the ears, for listening to internet radio.

Many reviews have lots of positive comments until you get the one audiophile who trashes them. Perhaps the best way is to go to compusa and listen for myself.

Phil:

How about this:

Sonic Impact T-Amp

http://www.partsexpress.com/pe/showdetl.cfm?&DID=7&Partnumber=300-952

and some DIY Full-Range Clones of this:

http://quicksitebuilder.cnet.com/wrnch2/fullrange.html

Pretty sure that combo would give the swans a good run for their money.

konut · « **Reply #3 on:** 31 Mar 2006, 12:32 am »

While not 'computer' speakers, these http://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/ALP5/ have been getting good reviews.

F-100 · « **Reply #4 on:** 31 Mar 2006, 12:34 am »

Quote from: kfr01

Pretty sure that combo would give the swans a good run for their money.

It's not fair comparing a $700 speaker to a $175 speaker

. I thought he was looking for a low budget computer speaker.

Phil · « **Reply #5 on:** 31 Mar 2006, 03:05 am »

thanks for the suggestions. The swans look impressive. Too bad I didn't get the monsoons years ago...

I am looking for something smaller to go with a flat monitor and less expensive (about $100 max) since most of my bread goes into the big rig. Not sure there is anything in that price range and size that put outs decent sound.

kfr01 · « **Reply #6 on:** 31 Mar 2006, 03:06 am »

Quote from: F-100

Quote from: kfr01
Pretty sure that combo would give the swans a good run for their money.

It's not fair comparing a $700 speaker to a $175 speaker . I thought he was looking for a low budget computer speaker.

That's why I said, "DIY" and "CLONE."

OTL · « **Reply #7 on:** 31 Mar 2006, 03:09 am »

One of the sweetest, relaxed tweeters ever...Linaeum.

http:// http://cgi.ebay.com/OPTIMUS-PRO-LX5-SPEAKERS_W0QQitemZ9706141697QQcategoryZ14991QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

Or, perhaps a ribbon...

http:// http://cgi.ebay.com/Monsoon-MM350-Satellites-w-Ribbon-Tweeters-pr_W0QQitemZ5880591515QQcategoryZ3276QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

For the price, you'll love either of 'em.

OTL.

jon_010101 · « **Reply #8 on:** 31 Mar 2006, 05:03 am »

My neighbor bought some Swans a while back... very nice speakers. I can't believe they sell for so little, the quality of build is exceptional. Feel very hefty, and sound excellent. Great relaxed sound, maybe a bit on the thick/warm side rather than being bright and annoying like most. Only possible caveat is their size/weight.

95bcwh · « **Reply #9 on:** 31 Mar 2006, 07:22 am »

A friend of mine have a Klipsch Promedia 2.1, I thought they're awesome, I have had many computer speakers price range $40 - $170 in the past but none of them came close to this.

http://accessories.us.dell.com/sna/productdetail.aspx?sku=A0410992&cs=19&c=us&l=en

He bought it for only $120 including shipping from Dell. I haven't heard Swan so cannot comment.

Folsom · « **Reply #10 on:** 31 Mar 2006, 07:24 am »

Headphones will give the best sound non-DIY route.

nathanm · « **Reply #11 on:** 31 Mar 2006, 08:49 pm »

Quote from: Phil

Something with decent midrange, and highs that don't burn the ears, for listening to internet radio.

Norh 3.0 drums are what I use for this purpose and their sound fits your description. I have an extra pair I'd be willing to sell for very cheap if you're interested.

Hogg · « **Reply #12 on:** 1 Apr 2006, 03:36 am »

I heard these at Dick Sequerra's home; very nice.

http://www.sequerra.com/electronics/data/index.html

Jim

JoshK · « **Reply #13 on:** 1 Apr 2006, 03:45 am »

My creative computer speaks sound damn good, well the monitors at least in near field. The sub isn't worth a damn, but then I don't know of a computer system whose sub is. Still ultimately listenaable. I *think* the monitor has 3x 1" Aura sound drivers, or so it looks like.

Phil · « **Reply #14 on:** 1 Apr 2006, 03:57 am »

Josh,

creative labs? Which model?

thanks.

Doublej · « **Reply #15 on:** 1 Apr 2006, 04:07 am »

Price and size? Perhaps a pair of pro audio monitors from Alesis, KRK, or M-Audio might work well for you.

http://www.zzounds.com/cat--Active-Powered-Studio-Monitors--2863

OTL · « **Reply #16 on:** 1 Apr 2006, 04:28 pm »

Another monitor choice, the Tannoy Reveals. New from MarkerTek for $400.

http://www.markertek.com/Product.asp?baseItem=TAN%2DREVEAL6&cat=AUDIOEQUIP&subcat=SPEAKERS&prodClass=AREFMON&mfg=tannoy&search=0&off=

Or, a used, powered pair on eBay for <$400.

http://cgi.ebay.com/Tannoy-Active-Reveal-Monitors-pair-MINT_W0QQitemZ7402858461QQcategoryZ47093QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

fredgarvin · « **Reply #17 on:** 1 Apr 2006, 04:37 pm »

I think doublej is right on. Pro monitors are designed for very near-field listening such as sound mixing etc. They offer very accurate sound. Behringer models should be considered for the great value offered.

boead · « **Reply #18 on:** 1 Apr 2006, 04:55 pm »

I’ve used a few pro monitors on my desktop; KRK, M-Audio, JBL, Roland and such. The problem with pro audio speakers is that they are not very musical or colored for enjoyment. They are usually neutral and dry, honest and revealing to the source. The worse the source, the worse the sound.

A friend had a pair of these self powered Videologic Sirocco Spirit speakers which aren’t available anymore. They are VERY similar to the Swans M200 Multimedia Speakers. The Video Logic’s are low profile and have a VERY musical sound.

http://www.amazon.co.uk/exec/obidos/ASIN/B00005AM73/026-3813839-6363639

http://www.digit-life.com/articles/siroccopro/index.html

boead · « **Reply #19 on:** 1 Apr 2006, 04:57 pm »

OTL, your links are broken and the length is causing the forum to display too wide.