Speaker Under $500.

[inastris]

I am looking for speaker for my computer under $500.

These will being going on my desk, so I don't have unlimited space.

Also I much prefer a 2.1 setup over 2.0 (the sub will be going on the ground near my desk)

I don't mind buying the sub and speakers separately.

I already have a O2 Dac&Amp (http://www.jdslabs.com/products/48/o2-odac-combo/) which I use for my headphones, which I will be using with these speakers. (I don't know if this means a passive setup would be better?)

They will be used for watching movies and gaming.

[Arty]

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Kenwood-Speakers-Model-JL-760-/221637154931?pt=Vintage_Electronics_R2&hash=item339a9a9873

i have these , the bass is loud af, so your will enjoy it, you just need an amp for them and the space.

( this was a joke unless u want it, but i do have it and it is nice)

[bob345]

get these https://www.madisoundspeakerstore.com/preassembled-speakers/rhyme-acoustics-nuscale-216-2-way-pair/

with this amp http://www.parts-express.com/lepai-lp7498e-200w-class-d-amplifier-with-bluetooth-and-power-supply--310-298

You will be much happier with a setup like this than a lower quality 2.1 all in one package.

[NannerBeans]

I quite like my CEntrance Masterclass speakers. The Audioengine P4 speakers are pretty good too on Massdrop but I don't think they're going to sell enough to have a drop. 

[theselfishgene]

Do you want powered speakers or do you plan to use an amplifier?

[inastris]

Do you want powered speakers or do you plan to use an amplifier?

Either way doesn't matter. However, If I were to get an amp, it would have to be included in the budget of $500.

[2mbur2n]

if you're spending that much you should definitely be getting surround sound because you'll get far better quality from five speakers rather than just two. or even just a good pair of turtle beaches with the surround sound software

[NannerBeans]

if you're spending that much you should definitely be getting surround sound because you'll get far better quality from five speakers rather than just two. or even just a good pair of turtle beaches with the surround sound software

Eh no. Definitely not turtle beaches. Surround in headsets is just a gimmick anyway. If he wants a good 2.1 system with a quality sub that will run him his whole budget. He can get a decent surround as well but it depends on what he wants. I personally don't care for surround speakers. Too much hassle with the wires and you would need a receiver. Also it would force you to get cheaper individual speakers.

[NannerBeans]

Either way doesn't matter. However, If I were to get an amp, it would have to be included in the budget of $500.

I recommend the audioengine a5+. It's good and very easy to set up. They go on sale in massdrop quite often is toy feel like waiting.

[FatalityDiablo]

Eh no. Definitely not turtle beaches. Surround in headsets is just a gimmick anyway. If he wants a good 2.1 system with a quality sub that will run him his whole budget. He can get a decent surround as well but it depends on what he wants. I personally don't care for surround speakers. Too much hassle with the wires and you would need a receiver. Also it would force you to get cheaper individual speakers.

obvious troll is obvious.