2.1 Audio Speakers.

I am in the market for new computer speakers. I want to get some premium speakers that will sound great for music and moderate use for movies and gaming. I am looking for a 2.1 speaker system. These speaker will be used in a small room, so i dont want 5.1 or 7.1 audio cause i dont want to hassle with hanging up speakers. Budget is less than $400. I have considered buying bookshelf speakers and an amplifier, but it will take up too much room. I want to seek a more simplistic solution.

Speakers that I have been contemplating.
Klipsch Promedia 2.1
ProMedia 2.1 Wireless iPod/Computer Speaker - Specifications
Logitech Z623
Speaker System Z623
Corsair SP2500
Gaming Audio Series? SP2500 High-power 2.1 PC Speaker System - Speakers - Audio

I have not been able to listen to any of the systems listed, so i want to know your guys opinions on them.
What are your thoughts and opinions?
Is there any others i should consider?

 

Id go for the Klipsch if you can find them on sale, or just get a normal home audio receiver and get some non-pc based speakers.

 

I'll vouch for the Klipsch ProMedia 2.1. It's an excellent set for the budget. I haven't heard any of the other two, but I have the Z623's predecessor, the Z-2300, and it's also very nice.

 

If you after something a little different Amazon.com: Onkyo HTX-22HDX Ultra-Compact HD Home Theater System (Black): Electronics

Not specifially built for a PC but has two optical ins, 3 hdmi ins and standard phono plugs, not 3.5mms though.

Iv'e got a pair on my downstairs tele and their a amazing set of speakers, also have the option of adding a extra 3 speakers to make it a full surround kit later down the line.

 

I'll third the Klipsch. Though like Mastershroom, I compared it to the Z-2300 not the Z623.

 

I've had many different (older) models of logitech and they're good for what they are. They focus on decent highs and boomy bass, good for gaming. The klipsch 2.1 are a better all around set for me. It's soundstage is a bit more clearer and has a tighter, cleaner bass compared to that of a logitech z-4 or z2300. Good thing about yur choices is that they're pretty popular. U could physically test them out much easier. It'll be much easier that way since audio is very subjective. No 2 ppl will have the same opinions.

Is it me or does the z623 look a lot cheaper then the z2300's?

 

The AE Aego-Ms are also rather popular, generally go for ~$150-200 I believe (basing off of rough UK pricing).

 

For that price I wouldn't touch anything except some KRK Rokit R6G2's. You can find the black and yellow versions for 300 a set shipped. The limited edition silver ones are currently 400 shipped. They're a bit big, but they have a 6" driver and they are active monitors so you don't have to worry about buying an amp for them.

 

Of the 3 listed, I'd go with the Klipsch. I wouldn't be swayed by the "gaming" marketing. Loud bass does not necessarily equal good quality if your primary use will be for music.

But I agree with this post--at your budget range, you can start looking at monitors (or at the least something like the B&W MM-1, which is a lot easier on the eyes than the G2s, if still hi-fi...if that matters to you).

KRK even has 3 different sizes to match your needs. No sub, so not 2.1, but they don't need one.

 

From personal experience with the Audioengine 5's, I can wholeheartedly recommend them. They are not however 2.1s, as there is no subwoofer. Very impressive transparency though. Note that you wont get really 'booming' bass. What you do get is crisp however.

Audioengine 5 (A5) Premium Powered Bookshelf Speakers


Out of your list though, The Klipsch ProMedias are the best.

 

Thanks guys for the advice.
I really dont want to piece together my own kit, cause i always get carried away and spend too much. I am still considering it tho.
I have a set Klipsch headphones and i love the sound quality and crisp highs, tho i am concerned about the low power output.
The onkyo setup looks promising. I have the Onkyo amp at home for my tv so i know they are good in quality.

Any others?

 

My brother has them on his desk, they are boomy as hell. I have my z2300's boxed up since I moved to headphones/amp only now but they are decent build quality.


For the OP, I would go with the Corsair speakers [H] has a good review up for them.

 

I love the ProMedia set. I have a ProMedia 5.1 setup and I love it (Creative X-Fi for all channels )