Best PC speakers to buy?

[Jimmy Bro]

I was thinking about buying some new speakers for my PC (for watching blu-rays/movies mainly, but also possibly for music and video games)

I'm not sure if I should get 2.1 or 5.1 speakers. Since I'm only in a small room, i don't know if I should get 5.1

I was thinking of maybe getting these:
http://www.jbhifionline.com.au/ipod-...-system/644808

They seem like good quality speakers, and apparently have good reviews.

But since I don't know too much about speakers, I'd like to know what you guys think, or if you recommend a different set of PC speakers (whether it be 2.1 or 5.1, I'm open to both). Also price range isn't too much of an issue.

Thanks

[callas01]

audioengine makes some of the better computer speakers out there for the money, I think they are the A2 or A5+.

Unless you want to get into high end audio speakers, then you could look into the Dynaudio Focus 110A, they are about $2200.

[GunZenBomZ]

Logitech Z5500 THX spec

5.1 system & you can modify the sound effects from the controller.

http://www.play.com/PC/PCs/4-/608494...s/Product.html

[Tech-UK]

Originally Posted by GunZenBomZ

Logitech Z5500 THX spec

5.1 system & you can modify the sound effects from the controller.

http://www.play.com/PC/PCs/4-/608494...s/Product.html

+1. I own this system, and would also recommend it. If possible get this system rather than the new model which is the Z906.

[Almadacr]

Or you can buy some studio speakers like the KRK

[Flatnate]

I'll second the idea that powered studio monitors make great computer speakers.

In addition to the KRK's, I would check out the Behringer Truth B3030A.

It is internally bi-amplified 50 watts RMS for the low frequency 6.5 inch Kevlar driver, 25 watts RMS for the ribbon tweeter, 140 watt peak combined. Dude, a self powered speaker with a dang ribbon tweeter for just under 200 bucks... sweet.

About 197 bucks at sweetwater.com right now. That's a solid value, you'd have to invest an exponentially greater amount to beat it in terms of fidelity.

http://www.behringer.com/EN/Products/B3030A.aspx

[walruswarrior]

Originally Posted by GunZenBomZ

Logitech Z5500 THX spec

5.1 system & you can modify the sound effects from the controller.

http://www.play.com/PC/PCs/4-/608494...s/Product.html

+1. I also own these. I've had these for 5 years now and they are damn good for the price.

[prerich]

You can also check out the offerings from Swan over at http://www.theaudioinsider.com
Swan makes excellent speakers!

[prerich]

Here's a page at the Swan site showing their PC offerings.
http://www.swanspeaker.com/products/products.aspx?cid=5

[Jimmy Bro]

I was thinking about getting some home theatre speakers and receiver instead, for dat lossless TrueHD and Master Audio audio

My room is quite small so I was thinking of getting something smallish, so something like these perhaps http://www.harveynorman.com.au/yamah...nd-system.html

But I'm a bit of an audio noob so I'm not sure if those ones are good or whatever, so I am open to suggestions. I'd like to keep the price under $700 if possible, something that would suit a small bedroom.

Also a PC related question, if I do go for the receiver+speaker route, would it just be as simple as plugging the receiver to my computers motherboard via HDMI? like you would a TV home theatre?

Thanks

[willbfree]

If your room is really quite small, then consider this:

http://www.logitech.com/en-us/speake...er-system-Z906

Like the two systems you wrote about, it is only 500 watts and the speakers are very small. But at least it isn't trying to pretend to be a full sized receiver!

[willbfree]

Originally Posted by Tech-UK

+1. I own this system, and would also recommend it. If possible get this system rather than the new model which is the Z906.

Ah ha, someone mentioned before me. The problem with the Z906 as I understand it is a high rate of lemons. But if you don't get a lemon you'll be alright.

The real downside of both versions is neither offers any sort of midnight mode (compression mode) for bringing dialogue and explosions closer into line with each other.

[Jimmy Bro]

Originally Posted by willbfree

If your room is really quite small, then consider this:

http://www.logitech.com/en-us/speake...er-system-Z906

Like the two systems you wrote about, it is only 500 watts and the speakers are very small. But at least it isn't trying to pretend to be a full sized receiver!

What do you mean? Why does the size of a receiver matter?

[velociti]

If you don't need surround sound, you can get terrific 2.1 speakers for not a lot of money. Audioengine makes fabulous stuff, and comes with a 30-day money back guarantee. I'd suggest their A5+, and you could always tack on their sub later if you wanted. Or NHT's stuff. You'll get a lot better sound quality if you're investing in two or three speakers than six. Good luck with whatever direction you go!

[soundwave628]

why not try emotivas new powered speakers?

[willbfree]

Originally Posted by Jimmy Bro

What do you mean? Why does the size of a receiver matter?

Sorry I should have been more clear. I meant to merely point out that the Logitech is very honest in its form factor - it has a very small control box. Small because it is just an amplifier and the decoding circuitry. It isn't trying to give buyers the impression it is a full fledged receiver by using a breadbox-sized form. I like that honesty.

[Tech-UK]

Originally Posted by willbfree

Sorry I should have been more clear. I meant to merely point out that the Logitech is very honest in its form factor - it has a very small control box. Small because it is just an amplifier and the decoding circuitry. It isn't trying to give buyers the impression it is a full fledged receiver by using a breadbox-sized form. I like that honesty.

I believe the amp is built into the LFE unit, thus the heatsink fins. The control panel takes care of the decoding etc.

[TylerDurden]

Originally Posted by Almadacr

Or you can buy some studio speakers like the KRK

Iam also interested in buying PC speakers. Sorry for the noob question but how exactly do these hook up to my notebook? Do I need to also buy additional accessories?

[Lucif3r]

If you can still find one, the Klipsch ProMedia ULTRA 5.1 is still the best I've ever heard or owned.

http://www.klipsch.com/promedia-ultr...speaker-system

[TylerDurden]

Originally Posted by soundwave628

why not try emotivas new powered speakers?

That's what I decided on. Got a pair of 4s for $314.