I'm new to audio gear in general and am in the process of putting together a system now mostly for playing vinyl.
I'm using a GLi SL 2100 turntable and just ordered an HK 3490 receiver. Can anybody recommend me the best possible speaker setup that I could get around $100-200. Do I have any real options at this pricepoint or should I hold out until I have a little more cash?? used? new?
It's for a pretty small dorm-room type room in a little apartment. I just want something that'll give me really good clear sound without much need for power.
Very cool. Thanks for the recommendation. I want to make sure that I get into something of good enough quality. Would it be better to wait and spend more, or are these speakers that will last and be of good quality?
I know the SBS-01's will last years and can very easily be used for surround speakers once you upgrade to larger mains in a 7.1 system.
SVS only sells online and because of this you pay far less than brick and mortar stores will charge.
$100 to $200 speakers (new) won't really get you very good sound. That's not to say they'd sound bad, but upping your price a bit would make quite a difference.
for a little over $350 you could get these the Energy RC-30's over at Audioadvisor.
These will give you a much more bass extension than any bookshelf (at $200 or less) and a more fuller sound.
$100 to $200 speakers (new) won't really get you very good sound. That's not to say they'd sound bad, but upping your price a bit would make quite a difference.
These will give you a much more bass extension than any bookshelf (at $200 or less) and a more fuller sound.
Given he is living in a "pretty small dorm-room type room in a little apartment" bass extension is not a good idea. The SVS SBS-01's go down to 68Hz he would be better off getting a small sub that he can independently adjust the lows.
Welcome aboard Dave.
Another speaker to consider is the AV123-ELT525M’s a 2 way mini-monitor. $175/pr. I did get to hear a pair over the weekend and they’re very nice sounding! Also, they’re not too big for a smaller room. Of course, up to a point spending more will buy better speakers and used can be around half of new. Internet direct dealers also have “B” stock at a savings.
Good Luck with your decision,
Joe
As mentioned, whatever you get can be used later for surrounds, if you go that way.
If you can expand your budget slightly, you might want to consider Ascend Acoustics HTM-200 SE (http://www.ascendacoustics.com/pages/products/speakers/htm200/htm200.html). I have them as rears in a 7.1 system and they sound great. I've listened to them as standalone in a stereo setup and they're fine little speakers.
Man o man. There is a cherry pair of Vandersteen 1c's (latest model) on the SF Bay Area craigslist. They would make a sweet pair of starter speakers. Seller will take $225 last time I spoke with him.
For an inexpensive speaker that can be described as crisp and clean, have a listen to the Yamaha NS-6490. I'd imagine they would fit your current needs and budget. These can be found online for less than $100.
I would say you have several very good recommendations here. $200 speakers are very hard to find. Keep an eye on Audiogon for some really good deals on used speakers. I hate that place because it makes me spend WAY TOO MUCH money. :spend:
Yeah, apparently you haven't heard them. They may be out of one's price range but when compared to less expensive loudspeakers, and others costing the same, their value becomes evident. However, at that price, and if they were still available, I'd go for a pair of Meadowlark Blue Heron IIs.
Sonnie has great advice. For your price range, I would definitely look at used. Nothing wrong with used speakers. I have done it before and will do it again.
Hello,
Sonnie's recommendations are spot on. Paradigm especially makes an excellent value speaker. I am also quite fond of PSB which is another Canadian company.
The Canadian companies have benefited greatly by Government funded subsidies and research facilities. If you could find a used pair of PSB Image 4T's, you would have a speaker which is comparable to speakers which cost multiples of its asking price.
Hello,
PSB's are an excellent alternative. Check out Upscale Audio. Kevin Deal the owner is semi famous and carries some amazing lines. Especially tubes. Moreover, he sells B Stock PSB Speakers for excellent prices. Add dot.com to his store and you will see the website.
A great thing about PSB is that they are not so rabidly against mailorder like Paradigm is and still makes excellent speakers. Most of the Canadian companies are awesome values due to Canada's investment in helping Speaker Companies flourish.
Cheers,
JJ
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