Starting a new Setup

[Neijii]

So I got my XBR tv, so now I'm working on the audio. Since I don't have a lot of cash, I'm going to start building slowly with 2 front speakers, then add to that later on.

For around $200-300, what's the best front speakers I can get..I don't have a lot of room, so bookshelf and smaller would be ideal.

Thanks guys!

 

[Neijii]

Anyone? so far, I'm considered these:

Mirage Nanosat
EMP ECA-4
KEF iQ1

They are all around $300 and are somewhat small to fit in my limited space area.

 

[alexwakelin]

My dad owns the Klipsch B-3 speakers, which absolutely blow my little JBL bookshelf speakers out of the water (and they should, $300 speaker vs $70 speaker).

 

[jamie2112]

Get a set of Aperion audio speakers......they are very good for the price. You may be able to score a center and 2 bookshelf speakers for $300

 

[Neijii]

Those are $329 a pair.

 

[Neijii]

Aperion 4B for $260 a pair. That does sound pretty good.

 

[Gimpy Ric]

You'll want some speakers that go down to around 65-70 Hz, so that crossing over to a sub at 80 Hz down the road won't be a problem. 80 Hz. is the THX standard that many of us use. Save up and try to get the best bookshelves you can.

I haven't auditioned any of the models you've listed, sorry. These are incredible sounding bookshelves I had for two weeks before upgrading to towers:

Aperion Audio Intimus 632-LR Bookshelf Speaker - $224.00 each

http://www.aperionaudio.com/product/NEW-IN-BOX-Intimus-632-LR-Bookshelf-Speaker,17,65,32.aspx

They have an incredibble Piano Black finish, sound outstanding, big sound stage, image great. I highly recommend. Great price too.

Listen to all the speakers you can. The Aperions have a 30 day trial, shipping paid both ways. Rock solid 1" High Density Fiberboard cabinets and will really suprise you.

I look up more Internet Direct speakers worthy of consideration if you like.

Ric

 

[Neijii]

That's a bit above my price range..

 

[jamie2112]

Right now there is a Brand new set of Aperion intumus with a center channel on Baltimore craigslist for 100 for the set.....Just looked at it and there is a phone number....

 

[Neijii]

The wooden would look horrible in my room, and it's not $100, it's about $500..donno why he said $100

 

[jamie2112]

They are selling for 100 bucks. they are worth 550

 

[jamie2112]

The wooden would look horrible in my room, and it's not $100, it's about $500..donno why he said $100

It clearly says "Sacrifice for $100" thats a great deal even if you have to pay a little shipping.

 

[Gimpy Ric]

Aperion 4B for $260 a pair. That does sound pretty good.

Those only go down to 100 Hz., but you could always upgrade later and use them for rear surrounds.

The reason I'm big on 80 hz. crossover is because if its much higher, with a sub, you'll hear some left/right information from the sub .

Those 632's really made me an Aperion freak. I have a full Aperion 5.0 system. My .1 is my SVS sub

I hope you can find some good small bookshelves.

 

[Neijii]

Yea, this is driving me nuts..I wish i could just find out the best deal for $300 and under on 2 front small speakers..

 

[DrLuck]

Yea, this is driving me nuts..I wish i could just find out the best deal for $300 and under on 2 front small speakers..

That's what I need also

 

[jamie2112]

Yea, this is driving me nuts..I wish i could just find out the best deal for $300 and under on 2 front small speakers..

What"s driving you nut's Neijii? The suggestions or the research you still need to do ?

 

[Gimpy Ric]

What"s driving you nut's Neijii? The suggestions or the research you still need to do ?

Yeah Jamie, this guys a tough customer .

 

[Neijii]

No, I love doing research, and from the research, it's hard to CHOOSE..and choosing is what is driving me nuts

Speakers aren't a pair of clothing you have many of, you choose it, and that's what you have..so I think it's perfectly normal to stress a bit over which to buy.

 

[jamie2112]

No, I love doing research, and from the research, it's hard to CHOOSE..and choosing is what is driving me nuts

Speakers aren't a pair of clothing you have many of, you choose it, and that's what you have..so I think it's perfectly normal to stress a bit over which to buy.

Don't stress. GO listen to as many as you can. It should be fun selecting a pair of speakers not stressful... Relax and enjoy yourself......

 

[Neijii]

I like the idea that Aperion has the 30 day trial. My bedroom is small, it's about 15'x15' so I know I don't need HUGE power..

I'm going to try the Aperion 4B, see how I like it and take it from there.

I figure, i'll add a center and a sub in a few months or so, THEN, when I can, replace the 4B with something else and move the 4B as rear speakers..