Small form factor budget speakers

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harmattan

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I just picked up a new monitor (LG UD68) as I wanted to switch back to 4k from 1440p. It dawned on me only after purchasing that this display doesn't have integrated speakers like my current monitor (Asus MG279G)...

I really only use speakers for listening to videos or if my wife and I are listening to filler music while working (I have a headphone/amp setup for gaming). I do have a set of Swann M200 Mark III, but these are far too big to fit on my desk (only around 6 inches of space on either side of monitor) and probably overkill. Any suggestions for "slimmer" 2.0 PC speakers? I'd rather not go 2.1 as I like to keep the floor clear of stuff.
 
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You should state your budget. Small speakers, no sub? If you just want background music, why not get an amazon echo or google speaker or something?
 
A list of spreakers in the 300-400in3 range (half or less than half the size of your Swan M200). Depending on your budget tier:

Creative T20: $90
Creative T40: $150
B&W MM-1: $350
Genelec 6010/8010: $700
Dynaudio Xeo2: $999
Dynaudio Contour SR: $2000 (needs an amp)
 
Budget's around $100, although I'm not opposed going used to get the price down further. Seems like alot of ppl like go trade/upgrade their speakers (like I used to prior to family/house obligations.)

We already have a Google Home and the sound quality is awful even for filler music.
 
Take a look at the Micca PB42X. They are $120 on Amazon. They are amplified so no external amp required. 15 watts each.
 
Soundbar? I was browsing a bit, but I don't see a Samsung "UD68". All references I find to a UD68 are for an LG monitor.
 
You're absolutely right: it's an LG UD68 I have incoming.

I was looking at the JBL Duet IIIs.... slim and get decent reviews
 
For under 100 bucks you can't expect to have a good sound unfortunately. The Duets sound otherwise passable but have no bass.

If I were you I would find some 100 bucks more and buy a preowned pair of LSR 305:s. I recently bought a preowned pair with stands for 200 euros and they're amazing for the size and especially price. They easily compete with my much larger Behringer B2031A:s at moderate listening levels (anything you can get away in a normal appartment).
 
I'd recommend this combo:

Micca MB42X - $89.99 (You can watch Zeos' Youtube review for these if you need convincing)
Lepy LP-2020A - $27.81

Total: $117.80

Its a touch over your budget, but it should sound good.

You can save a bit of money on the speakers by going with these:

Dayton Audio B652-AIR - $59.80

But, speaking from personal experience, I wouldn't recommend them for desktop listening. The bass on those is too overpowering.
 
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King of Heroes said:
I'd recommend this combo:

Micca MB42X - $89.99 (You can watch Zeos' Youtube review for these if you need convincing)
Lepy LP-2020A - $27.81

Total: $117.80

Its a touch over your budget, but it should sound good.

You can save a bit of money on the speakers by going with these:

Dayton Audio B652-AIR - $59.80

But, speaking from personal experience, I wouldn't recommend them for desktop listening. The bass on those is too overpowering.
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Can vouch. While i only got my lepy a few weeks ago it seems to be ok. Though I rather wait a few months to a year to make a final judgement as I see a few reviews talk that it doesn't have major longevity (though at the price if you get 6 months out of it that's more than enough).

I ended up getting a pair of panasonic bookshelfs from the local thrift store for $10 and it sounds great.

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Installed in the guest bedroom. Super easy to use.
 
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Emphasis on small, huh?

Okay, two things I'd suggest:
1. https://www.parts-express.com/lepai...io-mini-amplifier-with-power-supply--310-3000

I have a 2020Ti and it's a pretty neutral, clean amp. Drives things very well.

2. http://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_fro...inimus.TRS0&_nkw=realistic+minimus+7&_sacat=0

Take your pick out of these Realistic Minimus speakers. They're tiny and they're built like tanks, and they sound good. All together it will run you only 45-60-ish dollars.

If you have a bit more space, try the Acoustic Design PS55
http://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_odk...s+55.TRS1&_nkw=acoustic+design+ps+55&_sacat=0

Similar price but they sound really amazing. They were little gems to find at goodwill.
 
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trentchau said:
Can vouch. While i only got my lepy a few weeks ago it seems to be ok. Though I rather wait a few months to a year to make a final judgement as I see a few reviews talk that it doesn't have major longevity (though at the price if you get 6 months out of it that's more than enough).

I ended up getting a pair of panasonic bookshelfs from the local thrift store for $10 and it sounds great.

IMloyo4h.jpg


Installed in the guest bedroom. Super easy to use.
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I once talked to the owner of OR speakers. Among hi-fi speakers they produce OEM speakers for brands like Kenwood, Panasonic, Sony etc.

He said that an average material cost for an OEM speaker like pictured above is less than 5 dollars a pair. Their quality is in no way comparable to a real hi-fi product.
 
B00nie said:
I once talked to the owner of OR speakers. Among hi-fi speakers they produce OEM speakers for brands like Kenwood, Panasonic, Sony etc.

He said that an average material cost for an OEM speaker like pictured above is less than 5 dollars a pair. Their quality is in no way comparable to a real hi-fi product.
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I would believe it. Not pushing it as all as anything that would replace speakers that are $80 to $800. But for a guest room playing some ambient sound, enigma, enya, or whatever nice and easy for the guest room it's pretty nice.
 
harmattan said:
I just picked up a new monitor (LG UD68) as I wanted to switch back to 4k from 1440p. It dawned on me only after purchasing that this display doesn't have integrated speakers like my current monitor (Asus MG279G)...

I really only use speakers for listening to videos or if my wife and I are listening to filler music while working (I have a headphone/amp setup for gaming). I do have a set of Swann M200 Mark III, but these are far too big to fit on my desk (only around 6 inches of space on either side of monitor) and probably overkill. Any suggestions for "slimmer" 2.0 PC speakers? I'd rather not go 2.1 as I like to keep the floor clear of stuff.
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Klipsch ProMedia 2.1 Normally $150, goes on sale often at Best Buy for $99.

Walmart has a vendor listing showing them available for $117.

Now, this is what I find interesting on this page...

klipsch promedia 2.1/4.1 satellite speaker (discontinued by manufacturer)

I hope that's wrong. If not, that's a GD shame. That would be an end to a glorious near 2-decade run for a product that has always been known for giving you more for your money than any other.

UPDATE: Ok, looks like they are just replaced with a newer model that has BlueTooth:

http://www.klipsch.com/products/klipsch-promedia-2-1-computer-speakers

I could use a set of those :)
 
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