Audioengine a5 or a2 for a dorm room

[mattmcc]

Hello everyone,
Next fall i will be going of to college and i wanted to get some quality speakers for my ipod, computer, tv, etc. However i am torn between the audioengine A5 and the A2. I am unsure of which will be the best in the long run. I will be using these speakers for several years so i want to make sure that i will be satisfied with them. If anyone has any suggestions for other speakers i would appreciate it as well i am looking in the 200-300 dollar range.

 

[gpost3]

I had the Audio Engine A2. For 200 dollars, simply put these speakers are garbage. Their mid was lacking and they were overly bright. I personally think they are hyped across the internet and other boards, you can do better for that type of money.

I would avoid the A2s and A5s all together and go with Yorkville YSM studio monitor for $400 a pair or otherwise get a DIY speaker like Dayton and a mini amp to go with it.

 

[bikemig]

I've listened to both and own the A-5s. They're both very good but you will be happier with the A-5s. The SQ and build quality is really good and they do a good job with MP3 files. If you are looking for alternatives, the Swans also get good reviews, http://www.theaudioinsider.com/product_info.php?p=swan-m200mkii&products_id=80.