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4/17/12 at 9:02pm
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simple as that i want something to just watch movies to. hate using tv audio as it sucks and the speakers i have right now, suck even more. i wouldnt say its really for music as i dont like anything too loud and prefer headphones for that but for something more movie specified or gaming when i dont feel like soundwhoring.
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4/17/12 at 11:12pm
Audiophile perspective suggests craigslist or ebay.
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4/17/12 at 11:57pm
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i dont know what to look for is my problem.
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4/18/12 at 12:03am

I got my Klipsch Promedia 2.1s for $80 with a small bit of haggling IIRC.

 

Just look for newer Klipsch or M-Audio speakers and check out the Amazon reviews and you had might find something that suits your fancy. Since it's craiglist that'd probably be a bit easier than listing specific models since there is such a limited variety.

 

If you get really desperate you could eventually just go with a higher-end Logitech set.

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4/18/12 at 12:05am
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alright thanks sounds good! thumb.gif
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4/18/12 at 12:10am
the real audiophile scoffs at your tiny budget.

though im not one of those guys, so I am going to recommend a looking for something used that was high end a while ago....its amazing how much value things lose once they arent "new" anymore.

EDIT:

if you want something that really sounds the best I would get a pair of headphones for $85....that amount of money is not going to get you far for actual speakers unless you are skillful enough to build a set from plans you find on the internet.
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4/18/12 at 12:12am
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recommend any of these?

klipsch promedia 2.1 THX speakers:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Klipsch-promedia-2-1-THX-Speakers-200-W-Ipod-PC-MP3-/200747471269?pt=Speakers_Subwoofers&hash=item2ebd7b51a5#ht_759wt_1159

Klipsch promedia 2.1/4.1 speakers

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Klipsch-ProMedia-2-1-4-1Speakers-/120897376661?pt=Speakers_Subwoofers&hash=item1c260b9195#ht_500wt_1413

couple of m-audios

- http://www.ebay.com/itm/M-Audio-Studiophile-Monitor-AV-40-Powered-PC-Speakers-Latest-Version-NEW-/221003228097?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item3374d1a3c1#ht_1015wt_1159

- http://www.ebay.com/itm/M-Audio-Studiophile-AV30-Professional-Reference-Speakers-/130663915251?pt=PCA_Speakers&hash=item1e6c2d1ef3#ht_2507wt_1392

also by reference does that mean no cables or something?

- http://www.ebay.com/itm/M-Audio-Studiophile-CX5-Speaker-2-way-/150796203167?pt=Speakers_Subwoofers&hash=item231c27749f#ht_4991wt_1135
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4/18/12 at 12:15am

If you decide to go with the Promedia's try to get the newer revision because while they sound the same AFAIK the subwoofer runs much cooler on the newer revision.

 

And going off a ton of reviews and some advice of a friend acquaintance the Promedia's 'sound' better while the AV-40s are better at sound production.


Edited by Ryleh - 4/18/12 at 12:24am
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post #9 of 10
4/18/12 at 7:52pm
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would you mind linking me to the new ones? sorry im not much of an audio not worriedsmiley.gif
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post #10 of 10
4/25/12 at 5:56pm
Should try to get a cheap t-amp and a pair of bookshelf speakers. You would get more out of your money.
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