[Jungle Jack]

Hello,
Gallo makes very nice small speakers that should provide you with better sound than the Bose setup you are currently using. I have heard good things about Orb, but have not personally listened to them.

I would also go to Best Buy and check out Athena Speakers. They make some tiny speakers that have gotten rave reviews. The best thing to do is audition as many speakers as possible. In addition, I would try to procure the largest speaker you can accomodate.
Cheers,
JJ

 

[Jungle Jack]

Hello,
In this instance, the only true way to know if the extra outlay is worth it is by auditioning them. Ideally, there is a store in your area which carries Gallo's. If not, you could purchase from a retailer with a generous return policy and give them a try.

When dealing with speakers that are so small, there is only so much that can be done. Quality drivers will give you better sound as the case would be with the Gallo's. Auditioning is the only true way to know which will appeal to you the most.
Cheers,
JJ

 

[Jungle Jack]

Hello,
Funny, I was just clicking your links earlier and realized that you were in the UK. You could certainly ask for specs about frequency response. In addition, I would search for professional reviews of the speakers.
I am pretty sure with the Gallo's, there have been reviews undertaken which have included measurements.

All I know with certainty is that the Gallo Speakers I have listened to have sounded better than I was expecting them to. While tiny, they are a well made product.
Cheers,
JJ

 

[Jungle Jack]

Hello,
Here is a link from Kalman Rubinson from Stereophile with comments: http://blog.stereophile.com/cedia2006/091506athena/
These are not the small speakers, but discusses the value. I will try to find the review about their smaller speakers.
Cheers,
JJ