Looking to buy speakers for my computer

[Patrukas777]

Aren't the ascend htm-200s a better choice for a desktop if you end up placing the speakers near a wall since they're sealed?

Well, My setup my not be against the wall. I have more of a business office where the desk faces the entry way. A speaker being ported will not be an issue.

 

[GranteedEV]

Not to mention I bet I would get a lot better sound out of the receiver/bookshelves, than that of your computer speakers....and what about adding a sub?

Eh, I dunno about "a lot better sound". You're comparing a controlled directivity studio monitor to more typical, flush mount tweeter" hi-fi speakers. I think the JBL's sound really nice, and measure as nicely as any speaker i've seen in the price range:

Their bass extends down to around 45hz as a -3db point, and in most setups I would probably use them with the active bass switch shelving the bass down. If you expect to play them really loud, then maybe the LSR2328 monitors are a worthwhile upgrade, but I can't imagine needing more bass than these high excursion 5" woofersf, in a nearfield computer setup, unless you really want that bottom octave.

A nicer (measuring), but more expensive studio monitor, is the Mackie HR624mk II
http://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/HR624mk2

Here are its measurements:

 

[Patrukas777]

So I ordered some speakers yesterday. I ordered a pair of the CBM-170 SE BOOKSHELF MONITORS. Should be getting them tomorrow. Once I have everything set-up, I'll be taking some pics. I'll probably order the Bic H100 Sub next month. We'll see haha. I way over spent this month.

 

[BoredSysAdmin]

So I ordered some speakers yesterday. I ordered a pair of the CBM-170 SE BOOKSHELF MONITORS. Should be getting them tomorrow. Once I have everything set-up, I'll be taking some pics. I'll probably order the Bic H100 Sub next month. We'll see haha. I way over spent this month.

congrats, thou I think instead of bic just save few more months for better sub

 

[Patrukas777]

congrats, thou I think instead of bic just save few more months for better sub

Thanks, what sub would you recommend?

 

[BoredSysAdmin]

Thanks, what sub would you recommend?

it depends on use and room size of-course, but at i'd be looking at lower end eD offerings (like A2/ A3 series) or an Emotiva original ultra 12

or another option with a bit of assembly required - Dayton Audio C1500K

 

[Patrukas777]

Thanks for all the advice. The Ascend Acoustics CBM0-170's are very impressive. I still can't believe their price ($380.00 shipped). They sound amazing for that price range. Also very happy with the subwoofer: Earthquake P12 MiniMe. Very musical and sounds great with the bookshelves.

Some of my friends have come over and I demoed my computer's sound and they are amazed at the soundstage of the of speakers, as well as the quality of sound. Most say they have never heard the quality of sound produced off of a computer.

Thanks again,

Peter

 

[BoredSysAdmin]

Thanks for all the advice. The Ascend Acoustics CBM0-170's are very impressive. I still can't believe their price ($380.00 shipped). They sound amazing for that price range. Also very happy with the subwoofer: Earthquake P12 MiniMe. Very musical and sounds great with the bookshelves.

Some of my friends have come over and I demoed my computer's sound and they are amazed at the soundstage of the of speakers, as well as the quality of sound. Most say they have never heard the quality of sound produced off of a computer.

Thanks again,

Peter

 

[Patrukas777]

LOL...well, I'm still having wire management issues and would be embarrassed to post pics of my setup. I have no clue how I'm going to hide the wires though.