Hows does it compare to the M-Audio Studiophile AV 40 Active Studio Monitor Speakers?
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I prefer the M-Audio for sound, but these are pretty good too and I like the size of the Audioengines better for my desktop. If I were recording music, I would go for the M-Audio. I am just listening to podcasts and music at my desk with the Audioengine speakers and they are great for that. Hope this helps!
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I have never listened to the AV 40's, so all I know is what I've read in the past. The AV's have better connectivity and features, the A2's seem to have the edge in sound and lasting quality. Compare the features and see if that decides it for you.
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I have a small room with limited space, so I got 2 small but powerful speakers. I purchased the Micca MB42 Bookshelf speakers for $60. They're super inexpensive, and I just love them and their sound.
2005395
The Arctic Speaker's bass is OK but not great. For me, I do like the speaker, it does what I want. I have never listened to the Creative Lab speakers so I wouldn't know how to compare them.
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I purchased the 8060 and couldn't be happier. It has a built-in powered sub-woofer and would definitely have more oomph than the 2000. It can work well in a small to medium size room. The 8060 would be the strongest speaker in your room but you can always trade up the front channel speakers for a more balanced match.
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I cannot tell you if it is better sound, but I bought 3 of these slims and they look really nice being the same. I am also very pleased with the sound. Lastly I had been looking at one of the more expensive active center speakers from Martin Logan - but they were $1500-$2000. I am sure that would have been sounding better but at a much higher price.
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Nick, I don't know how the KB-15s might be different from the B-20s. I can only vouch for the the B-20s. I bought them on the recommendation of a salesman in an audio department. He said they're were the "brightest" of the lot. I found that to be true. I also saw on the net somewhere that they were top-rated in a comparison test with other big name bookshelf speakers. Guitar notes are crystal clear and they also the pass the "piano test," which means they handle the attack of piano notes without rattling (lots of otherwise good speakers will rattle). Suffice it to say that I liked the first pair I bought so much that, one by one, I bought four other pairs. You probably can't go wrong with the KB-15s either.
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I got the 650 on Monday and the speaker sound is very good. I was impressed with how the sound seemed to surround you. I have since hooked it up to my home stereo but I don't think you'll be disappointed with the built in speakers.
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My "go to" recommendation is the Definitive Technology Studio Monitor 450's. They are manufactuer discontinued, but you can still get a pair from Amazon Prime. They've got an unbelieveable response of 24 Hz to 30 kHz - - unheard of for a small book shelf speaker. The secret is a 10 inch pressure activated subwoofer mounted on the side of the unit. Best speakers I've ever heard. Don't take my word for it: go listen to a pair before you buy if you can. Max power input 225 watts. 13 inches tall and 11.44 inches deep.
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Pardon my spelling but Hermann Kardon speakers definitely compare. I have the 2nd generation 2.1 speaker system.
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I guess you mean M-80 vs M-100. M-80 has more of a overall balanced sound signature, perfect for almost everything, be it classical music or dub step. M-100 is more bass heavy and has been deemed more suitable for similar music, although people who have already dished out $300 for the M-100 would disagree.I own M80 and I've listened to M-100. I would recommend M-80 but for around $90 if you are vigilant and keep an eye out for "As New" on Amazon Warehouse Deals. That's where I found mine two years back, literally brand new for $113.
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I was using the maverick audio A1 not sold here on Amazon. Drove them very smoothly with little to no distortion at higher volumes. But yes I've heard good things about the N22 as well. Just a suggestion, if you are in the market for small bookshelves, check out the Cambridge audio S30s. I traded my P4s in for them and haven't looked back. Larger midrange cone and overall more efficient speakers for a similar price.Take care!
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Obviously depends on your budget amplifier and taste... Having said that, I prefer the warm tone, my setup is Marantz amplifier with Paradigm monitor 7 floor standing speakers and the setup sounds great. Consider JBL and Infinity on the low end, consider Paradigm, PSB, Wharfedale Diamond or B&W; if you have the budget.
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The speakers are reasonably priced and are very accurate sounding. They're more like mini studio monitors and will get quite loud if you need Due to amp.
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As others have answered, these are just passive bookshelf speakers. If you're interested in powered speakers, a more worthwhile category for you to browse would be active monitors. http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_ss_gw?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords;=active%20monitors
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Speakers work just fine. I have always had good luck with Creative Labs. Spent $250 on Bose which actually do not sound as good.
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They're honestly not "good" for any usage, but they'll be functional for both of those. Better choice would be the micca mb42x or pioneer Andrew Jones speakers. They're smaller, but are farrrr better designed and, surprisingly, even have better bass response.
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I hadn't yet heard mine, and your question got me curious, so I got mine working (had to go into the monitor's menu and switch the sound input to HDMI first in case anyone else runs into this issue) . They are a nice addition for an office worker who just needs basic sound, but I wouldn't recommend playing music on these, as they don't have the bass, depth or richness of sound needed to enjoy music. I am still using my 10+ year old Altec Lansing computer speakers, and they still sound awesome. I see that you can buy a new set on Amazon with a sub-woofer for about $60 (Altec Lansing VS4621 Octane 7, 2.1 Computer Speaker), and I would definitely recommend a pair like this to compliment this "gorgeous" monitor! I am still SO happy with this monitor, and I hope NEC continues to make it, as I will stick with them for life if so. The picture is awesome, and I LOVE the semi-gloss! Ok....I'll stop about the monitor now, hehe. :-D