What are the best cheap speakers that can be sat on a computer desk?

[beltsmeller]

I need to buy new speakers for my computer and am wondering what the best speaker set-up(s) there are that are suitable for a computer desk (3' x 5') around $100. From what I've heard, from audiophiles, is that computer speakers aren't really worth the money. Is this true? Are there any good computer speakers and if so can someone recommend any? Or do you guys have any other ideas, preferably cheap?

Something else I'm interested in: Extremely broad I know, what are the best value for money speakers out there? I guess if they're tempting enough I'll find a way to accomodate them.

Thanks a lot.

EDIT: I mainly listen to less-bass intensive music, so I'm not looking for a great sub. Hopefully that can afford me better specs in the speakers themselves apart from the sub?

 

[BoredSysAdmin]

what's your budget? I have Behringer MS16 and they are not bad at all (compared to many computer speakers)

 

[beltsmeller]

Probably under $100 but maybe a little higher.

How pricey are computer speakers at the high end?

 

[BoredSysAdmin]

Probably under $100 but maybe a little higher.

How pricey are computer speakers at the high end?

There are virtually no limits - you could use any bookshelf speakers including TAD Labs TAD-CR1 $37,000/pair and another 10-20g for amp

 

[ahblaza]

I need to buy new speakers for my computer and am wondering what the best speaker set-up(s) there are that are suitable for a computer desk (3' x 5') around $100. From what I've heard, from audiophiles, is that computer speakers aren't really worth the money. Is this true? Are there any good computer speakers and if so can someone recommend any? Or do you guys have any other ideas, preferably cheap?

Something else I'm interested in: Extremely broad I know, what are the best value for money speakers out there? I guess if they're tempting enough I'll find a way to accomodate them.

Thanks a lot.

EDIT: I mainly listen to less-bass intensive music, so I'm not looking for a great sub. Hopefully that can afford me better specs in the speakers themselves apart from the sub?

These are really nice.
Swan M200MkII active desktop loudspeaker system
I don't know your budget but these are hard to beat at the price.
Swan M10 active desktop loudspeaker system, white
Swan H2 active desktop loudspeaker system
Swan D1010 IV active desktop loudspeaker system
Hope this helps.
Jeff
Sorry I see your budget is $100, try and stretch that if you can

 

[beltsmeller]

There are virtually no limits - you could use any bookshelf speakers including TAD Labs TAD-CR1 $37,000/pair and another 10-20g for amp

Wowsers! (Where's Wally reference; pretty proud).

Do you have any recommendations for speakers around $100?

 

[beltsmeller]

=Sorry I see your budget is $100, try and stretch that if you can

That two speaker setup looked good, But I'm from Australia, so it being listed on their site at $90 or whatever, is $120 here plus postage (if you didn't know Australia is the place where the westerner comes to gets ripped off). I really like the designs though so I'll keep them in mind. Thanks for the links!

Also, do you know any good websites that are dedicated to selling speaker equipment? Preferably with ratings?

 

[BoredSysAdmin]

Like I said MS16 are decent. MS20 offers some improvements and builtin DAC if your soundcard onboard is bad (aka if the noise is clearly noticeable and annoying)

 

[beltsmeller]

Like I said MS16 are decent. MS20 offers some improvements and builtin DAC if your soundcard onboard is bad (aka if the noise is clearly noticeable and annoying)

I'm actually looking a the 16s now. They come in just under $100 and are located here (big positive). Am reading reviews and watching videos on the speakers at the moment. I haven't made my mind up at all yet but thanks for the steering.

EDIT: Yep, I've oficially written it down on a piece of paper I place infront of my keyboard. I'm gonna think about it for a few days but they're definitely front runners. Great Amazon reviews too (sixteen of twenty-one reviews are five star). Definitely thanks for the reco.

 

[BoredSysAdmin]

BEHRINGER MS16 COMPACT PERSONAL STEREO MONITORS

 

[beltsmeller]

BEHRINGER MS16 COMPACT PERSONAL STEREO MONITORS

Just a tiny bit cheaper on eBay, but very close. Thanks for the legwork (or knucklework)!

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Behringer-MS16-Active-Monitors-Pair-Free-Shipping-/251157209080?pt=AU_Pro_Audio&hash=item3a7a22dff8

 

[nthydro]

There are virtually no limits - you could use any bookshelf speakers including TAD Labs TAD-CR1 $37,000/pair and another 10-20g for amp

Holy crap $37,000 for computer speakers? That's way more than the PC itself lol.