Bookshelf Speaker Choices

[PatrickBateman]

There are so many other great options besides internet direct, especially if you buy slightly used

 

[jcPanny]

Onix X-LS

Check the review on the Onix X-LS by audioholics. Great bookshelf speaker in real wood maple or pianno black for $200 / pair. They will have the matching center out soon. Also sign up in the AH forum contest to win a free pair.

http://www.audioholics.com/productreviews/loudspeakers/Onixxlsp1.php

http://www.av123.com

 

[jaxvon]

Check the review on the Onix X-LS by audioholics. Great bookshelf speaker in real wood maple or pianno black for $200 / pair. They will have the matching center out soon. Also sign up in the AH forum contest to win a free pair.

http://www.audioholics.com/productreviews/loudspeakers/Onixxlsp1.php

http://www.av123.com

Why are you suggesting $200/pr speakers when he can afford something that costs 150% more?

 

[tomd51]

Good For The Money?

When I read "good for the money" , " good for the price range" ,that scares me.I want a good speaker , and not just good for the money. I want it good, not good enough.

Hate to be the one to break it to you, Jeff, but speaker preferences are very subjective. There's specfications and other criteria that can be used to determine the value of a speaker, but whether one deems a speaker "good", "good for the money" or "good for the price range", this is all in the eye of the beholder.

Many of the suggestions that several of us have offered are excellent values, meaning an exceptional speaker for the money spent. If you want the "best of the best" based on how much money you spend, plan on opening up the wallet for Krell, Dynaudio, JMLab, Revel, Totem and Vienna Acoustics to name a few that will be in the neighborhood of $1,000-5000 a pair, possibly more.

Will these speakers sound 5-10 times better than some of the suggestions provided? It's possible, but doubtful. I'm sure some self-proclaimed audiophile snobs will argue otherwise, as there are lots of people that believe you only get what you pay for and you have to spend an extraordinary amount of money in order to get an extraordinary pair of speakers, but there's little truth in this. -TD

 

[tomd51]

Why are you suggesting $200/pr speakers when he can afford something that costs 150% more?

jaxvon, I know you directed this question to jcPanny, but I'm pretty sure they'll share the same mindset as me. As such, see my previous post to Jeff... -TD

 

[j_garcia]

Why are you suggesting $200/pr speakers when he can afford something that costs 150% more?

Cost isn't the only factor when considering a speaker. If it sounds good, does it matter that they cost $200/pr? I haven't heard them yet, but I'd still have to say I don't see how they can sell a speaker like that for so little. I don't think these guys will be knocking off speakers that are $800/pr for example, but I would expect them to be giving some stiff competition to the mass market brands in a higher price bracket for sure. What's wrong with saving a little money if the speakers sound good at a lower price too? The only issue might be that the center is not available yet.

I would also have to second the Mordaunt Short recommendation. I listen to a lot of rock and jazz on mine and they sound great with both. Once they announce the MTM version at Onyx, I will most likely be buying a pair (depending on specs) and then decide what I'll be doing with the 902s...

 

[jeffvee]

Hate to be the one to break it to you, Jeff, but speaker preferences are very subjective. There's specfications and other criteria that can be used to determine the value of a speaker, but whether one deems a speaker "good", "good for the money" or "good for the price range", this is all in the eye of the beholder.

Many of the suggestions that several of us have offered are excellent values, meaning an exceptional speaker for the money spent. If you want the "best of the best" based on how much money you spend, plan on opening up the wallet for Krell, Dynaudio, JMLab, Revel, Totem and Vienna Acoustics to name a few that will be in the neighborhood of $1,000-5000 a pair, possibly more.

Will these speakers sound 5-10 times better than some of the suggestions provided? It's possible, but doubtful. I'm sure some self-proclaimed audiophile snobs will argue otherwise, as there are lots of people that believe you only get what you pay for and you have to spend an extraordinary amount of money in order to get an extraordinary pair of speakers, but there's little truth in this. -TD

Thanks, it's all clear to me now.

 

[elgringo]

Anthony Gallo Ti

I have read some great things about the Gallo Ti speakers. I am on my way to a local retailer to listen to them. I am bringing my Polk book shelfs to compare.

You may want to check them out. My wife loves the look since they will disappear in the room, if I get the white ones

 

[scotty11]

I have Axioms and am happy with them.
their return policy is exc and if you decided not to keep them it would cost you apx $20-$30 return shipping,probably less.

a friend of mine just got Ascend 170's and I was very impressed with their performance in both music and HT applications.
he has then paired with an SVS 16-46pci sub and they sound great.
Ive lestened to them on a few occasions.

Im not sure what their return policy is but i believe its also very good as the internet only retailers usually are.

the Axioms are crystal clear or bright depending on who you ask.
Speakers are a very personal thing.what sounds good to some wont sound good to others.