• Looking for a set of speakers to replace some ancient relics
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[img]http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8385/8474973968_fa53714ec1_z.jpg[/img] I have two of those speakers. I don't know exactly old they are, but they are from back when it was cool for computer equipment to be beige. I would love to replace them with some new speakers that have the nearly the same physical dimensions. They are about 10.5 inches tall, 8 inches deep, and 5.5 inches wide. I have no idea where to even start with speakers. How do you measure quality? What are the best brands? Is it possible to sort by size? Do I have to buy sixteen speakers or can I buy just two?
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[QUOTE=Naaz;39593744]cool lightsaber[/QUOTE] oh god I can actually tell what color it is just from the hilt design [sp]red[/sp]
im not sure you can measure quality without simply hearing them yourself, but what i look for in speakers is their frequency range. but its all personal preference really. brands really dont matter. you can take a look at the powered speakers over at audioengine. the ones i saw were about the same size as those and should sound good.
[QUOTE=Yumyumbublegum;39605707]oh god I can actually tell what color it is just from the hilt design [sp]red[/sp][/QUOTE] Good try, but it's [sp]blue[/sp].
Anything logitech 2.1 is going to be an improvement and fine for your needs. Obviously if you're upgrading from those you don't need to shell out a ton of money on m-audio speakers, you'll get the best bang for your buck with something like logitech, or at most a klispch 2.1 setup.
oops, didn't notice the price of those things. also vouch for Logitech, they give out decent sound for cheap, and can get really loud if youre into that.
What's the warning in the background?
I got these speakers a few months ago: [url]http://www.amazon.com/Logitech-S220-Speaker-System-Subwoofer/dp/B000RQSGYO/ref=sr_1_14?ie=UTF8&qid=1361414786&sr=8-14&keywords=logitech+speakers[/url] Easy on the budget and gives out incredible sound [editline]20th February 2013[/editline] They look small, but put them on full volume and it could be heard throughout my dorms
I have some swan speakers for my desktop that I enjoy. I've heard they're pretty price competitive compared to brands like audioengine which make "higher-end" desktop speakers. These speakers have similar dimensions to your old speakers. [url]http://www.theaudioinsider.com/product_info.php?loudspeakers=swan-active-desktop-sound&p=swan-d1010-iv-active-desktop-loudspeaker-system&cPath=21_24&products_id=166&osCsid=a3dffc210b3bf7b9d0e97995ef37de2d[/url] They appear as B-Stock on the site time to time as well, allowed me to get those speakers for 80 dollars instead of 130. You'll probably want to start with a budget though, it would really help narrow down your options.
i have a goo thing just like that only in red also post budget [editline]20th February 2013[/editline] some tips $10 - $50 is cheap most likely junk $60 to $150 is usually great anything over and you'll have extremely good sounding speakers [editline]20th February 2013[/editline] though if you're using mobo audio or something there's no sense in spending more than $50 on speakers
What's wrong with onboard sound?
Nothing is wrong with onboard audio, a proper sound card is only needed when you have a recording studio/are an audiophile.
Not quite true. I there is a HUGE difference between my onboard audio and my Xonar DG. I don't even have that nice of headphones.
[QUOTE='[EG] Pepper;39694097']Nothing is wrong with onboard audio, a proper sound card is only needed when you have a recording studio/are an audiophile.[/QUOTE] or maybe if you just want better sound quality?
ONBOARD AUDIO IS FINE FOR WHAT IT HAS TO DO - IF YOU TRULY CARE ABOUT AUDIO (what comes to speakers) YOU SHOULD BE RUNNING TOSLINK OR ALIKE
Corsair SP2500's, that is all.
[QUOTE=Lamar;39664939]I have some swan speakers for my desktop that I enjoy. I've heard they're pretty price competitive compared to brands like audioengine which make "higher-end" desktop speakers. These speakers have similar dimensions to your old speakers. [url]http://www.theaudioinsider.com/product_info.php?loudspeakers=swan-active-desktop-sound&p=swan-d1010-iv-active-desktop-loudspeaker-system&cPath=21_24&products_id=166&osCsid=a3dffc210b3bf7b9d0e97995ef37de2d[/url] They appear as B-Stock on the site time to time as well, allowed me to get those speakers for 80 dollars instead of 130. You'll probably want to start with a budget though, it would really help narrow down your options.[/QUOTE] Let's call it around $200 -- I'm assuming that speakers don't need to be replaced every year. Thanks for finding some that fit my current dimensions... I'll look at some reviews on those. [QUOTE=magepro99;39664780]I got these speakers a few months ago: [url]http://www.amazon.com/Logitech-S220-Speaker-System-Subwoofer/dp/B000RQSGYO/ref=sr_1_14?ie=UTF8&qid=1361414786&sr=8-14&keywords=logitech+speakers[/url] Easy on the budget and gives out incredible sound [editline]20th February 2013[/editline] They look small, but put them on full volume and it could be heard throughout my dorms[/QUOTE] And these. [QUOTE=Sharpshooter;39701705]Corsair SP2500's, that is all.[/QUOTE] Also these. [QUOTE=lavacano;39658964]What's the warning in the background?[/QUOTE] I have two. One says: "If it wasn't for the last minute nothing would get done" The other (not visible in that picture): "Do something right the first time and no one appreciates just how difficult it was"
I honestly wouldn't replace those old speakers unless something was wrong with them. Speakers made back in the late 90s from OEMs were built like tanks and usually had Dolby Pro Logic built into them. I have some Altec Lansing speakers I got with my Gateway 2000 in 1997, and they still sound better than any of the few speaker sets I've tried since. I bought an expensive Creative 5.1 surround sound system to replace them once, and the Altec Lansing speakers still sounded better. I ended up getting rid of the Creative system and kept the Altec Lansing.
[url]http://www.amazon.com/Logitech-980-000402-Speaker-System-Z623/dp/B003VAHYTG/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pdT1_nS_nC?ie=UTF8&colid=1PYITWCZFK5JN&coliid=I1EOVUNS2WB9DM[/url] these are some good shelf speakers
[QUOTE=bohb;39707422]I honestly wouldn't replace those old speakers unless something was wrong with them. Speakers made back in the late 90s from OEMs were built like tanks and usually had Dolby Pro Logic built into them. I have some Altec Lansing speakers I got with my Gateway 2000 in 1997, and they still sound better than any of the few speaker sets I've tried since. I bought an expensive Creative 5.1 surround sound system to replace them once, and the Altec Lansing speakers still sounded better. I ended up getting rid of the Creative system and kept the Altec Lansing.[/QUOTE] I have a set of Gateway 2000 Boston Acoustics and they did sound ridiculously good. Unfortunately, I think the subwoofer blew because I hear a very distinct rattle and very poor sounding bass. I would repair it if I could, but I'm not sure if it would even be worth it.
[QUOTE=Demache;39707713]I have a set of Gateway 2000 Boston Acoustics and they did sound ridiculously good. Unfortunately, I think the subwoofer blew because I hear a very distinct rattle and very poor sounding bass. I would repair it if I could, but I'm not sure if it would even be worth it.[/QUOTE] Just disassemble the subwoofer housing and measure the sub. It's probably a standard size that can be easily replaced. You might even be able to find a new-old stock replacement or a pulled speaker from another housing on Ebay.
[QUOTE=bohb;39708052]Just disassemble the subwoofer housing and measure the sub. It's probably a standard size that can be easily replaced. You might even be able to find a new-old stock replacement or a pulled speaker from another housing on Ebay.[/QUOTE] Well, I suppose you never know until you try. I'll just have to look into it later.
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