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Edifier R1700BT
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They have a good sound quality and convenient features that are rare in the price range
The R1700BT has a very good sound performance which is enhanced by Bluetooth connectivity, tone controls, and remote functionality. Other speakers in this price category usually don't have such a combination of useful features.
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Sound may be too muddy
This isn't the best choice if you want a highly detailed sound. While the mids and the bass are forward, the highs are quite recessed, and fine audio details may sound muddy.
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You can use wireless connection
With the R1700BT, you won’t need to deal with wired connectivity issues. These speakers can connect to audio sources via Bluetooth, so you can easily pair these with smartphones, tablets, and other Bluetooth-enabled audio sources.
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You don't need an external amp
These speakers are really easy to set up because there is a built-in amp. You can connect them directly to an audio source without a receiver or an external speaker amplifier.
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Having a remote is very convenient
With the remote, you can turn the speakers on or off, adjust volume, mute the sound, or switch between Bluetooth and wired sources.
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The tone controls are easy to reach
You can easily tweak the sound of these speakers using the tone control knobs on the right speaker. You can adjust volume, treble, and bass to better suit your preferences.
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The sound is warm and smooth
The speakers have full sounding mids with a slightly boosted bass. Vocals, guitar, and keys can be easily heard and sound good; bass hits have good power. Hip-hop and dance music as well as movie and game audio sound great, with dialogue easy to hear and understand.
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Wired input is still available
You don't need to worry if your audio sources do not have Bluetooth. There are 2 RCA input connections so you can still hook up to two wired devices.
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Weight:
6.6kg
Type:
Active Bookshelf Speakers
Dimensions:
6 x 9.75 x 8 inches
Connectivity:
Bluetooth / 3.5mm / RCA
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Behringer MS16
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Distorts at near max volumes
You may hear some audio distortion when running these speakers near max volume. This can be attributed to the small tweeters and woofers, which are not be capable of pumping out very high volumes.
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Balanced sound
With the tone controls set to normal, the sound is fairly neutral and balanced. The highs have good detail and are quite airy and the mids sound natural. The bass is present but is not too powerful.
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Bass output may not be powerful enough
If you love powerful and boomy bass, then these speakers may fall short of your needs. Even with the bass knob cranked all the way to maximum, the bass output may still not be enough.
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You can connect a mic and headphones
You’ll be able to monitor audio using headphones, and also gain an extra microphone in port. There are mic in and headphone out ports on the front side of the main speaker. They add extra functionality and are very easy to access.
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Two analog input options
You won’t need to manually plug or un-plug cables on a frequent basis. You can connect 3.5mm and RCA audio sources and use them simultaneously.
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Very compact
It won’t be difficult to incorporate these speakers into your studio or home entertainment setup. Despite having 4 inch woofers, the speaker cabinets are really compact so you can easily fit them even on a cramped desk.
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Good volume from small speakers
The MS16s are very compact yet are still able to deliver a good amount of volume. They are capable of filling a small room with audio.
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Tone controls are available
You can easily tweak some aspects of the sound to your liking. On the front side of the main speaker are knobs to adjust the treble and bass levels.
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Good sound quality, tone controls and a compact case at an affordable price
These speakers are compact yet are able to deliver a balanced and clean sound at decent volumes. You can also tweak the bass, mids and treble levels to your preference. These are a steal for the price, considering how much functionality you get.
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Weight:
7.7 lbs
Type:
Active Studio Monitors
Dimensions:
5.5 x 5.9 x 9.5
Connectivity:
RCA / 3.5mm
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$79.99
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M-Audio AV32
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Clean and smooth sound with airy highs from such small speakers
These speakers are able to produce a nice and smooth sound despite being quite small in size. There is an emphasis on the higher frequencies and the bass can sound full. Imaging is forward with a lot of detail. This sound is achieved by the use of three-inch polypropylene-coated, high-temperature voice coil woofers for the low and mid frequencies and a 1-inch silk cone tweeter for the highs. Overall, the sound is clearly a cut above the multimedia speakers that are within the AV32’s price range.
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Sound may distort at higher volumes
You can definitely crank these speakers up to max in order to get extra volume. However, do expect some audible distortion at high volume levels. If you prefer loud volumes for listening or mixing, then bigger studio monitors will suit your needs better.
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Clear and forward presentation of detail thanks to proprietary OptImage IV waveguide design
These speakers deliver optimal high frequency detail and clarity to the listener. This is due to M-Audio’s use of their proprietary waveguide design which allows for efficient travel of the high frequencies to the listener’s ears. This tech is further supported by the use of highly flexible silk cones on the tweeters which further reduce the restriction of the sound being produced.
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Volume output may be limited
The volume output of these speakers is not that high, which can also be attributed to these speakers’ small size. While these are perfectly usable for close audio monitoring, this may not be a good option if you want your studio monitors to fill the room with great sound.
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Can fit in most studio/desk setups due to the compact size
The AV32 can fit in virtually all studio setups thanks to its truly compact size. It's true even if you have a rather small and cramped desk. This feat is achieved via a simple and small cabinet that houses the 3-inch speaker and 1-inch tweeter combo.
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May not have enough bass output due to small woofers
Some may find the bass output of these speakers to be a bit lacking. The small 3 inch woofers can only deliver so much bass and while the output may be enough in small rooms, the bass can leave a lot to be desired in larger rooms.
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Can give improved convenience due to headphone output jack on the front side of the speaker
You may find this speaker very convenient to use if you also tend to listen to music on your headphones. There is a 1/8” headphone out jack which will channel the sound output to the connected headphones instead of the speakers. For added sound control, you can also adjust the volume of your headphones using the volume knob on the speakers.
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Offers some degree of flexibility in terms of integrating into a user’s audio chain setup
You can easily integrate these speakers into your current audio chain. These speakers offer RCA inputs at the back as well as 1/8” input in front. This makes the AV32 compatible with DACs, audio receivers, and even smartphones and mobile music players.
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Very affordable price for studio monitors
These speakers are very attainable price-wise. These are positioned as entry-level studio monitors with prices that are not too far off from most multi-media speakers available on the market. This makes high quality, pro-level audio monitoring speakers within relatively easy reach, and should fit many budding audio enthusiast’s budgets.
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Weight:
5.6 lbs
Type:
Active Studio Monitors
Dimensions:
7.5" x 5.1" x 6.14"
Connectivity:
RCA, 1/8" Auxiliary
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Micca MB42X
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Produces high quality sound with elevated bass and more focus on the mids
These speakers can produce powerful bass despite the relatively small 4-inch woofer. The highs are slightly recessed and give way to the mids. This results in a sound signature that is smooth as the highs do not add harshness to the overall sound.
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You will need to purchase speaker wires as they do not come with the package
You will have to shell out extra cash in order to connect these speakers to a receiver or amp, as the necessary wires are not included in the box.
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Wide sound stage and amazing sound imaging thanks to the use of crossover technology
These speakers may be small, but they deliver a wide and enveloping sound stage that will definitely fill small to medium sized rooms with sound. Instrument separation is well defined and the details of the music are presented very well. This is thanks to the use of crossover technology which separates the sound signal input into 2; one signal path is dedicated to the tweeter and the other to the woofer. This results in optimal sound reproduction from these two parts without them "clashing" with each other.
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Distortion can be audible on max volumes
Some distortion of the sound can be heard when running these speakers at max volumes for extended periods of time. This is due to the physical limitations of the speakers themselves, being quite compact in size. As such, these may not be the best speakers if you want to fill a large room with sound.
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Looks sleek due to its classic and minimalistic styling
These speakers look really clean and sexy. This is achieved through the combination of a matte black finish and the carbon fiber material on the woofer, which gives the speaker an understated but noticeable bling.
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These are passive speakers so you need a separate amp or receiver to drive them
These speakers will not work when plugged directly into music sources such as computers or portable players. You need to connect these speakers to a speaker amplifier or audio receiver in order for them to work correctly.
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Can easily fit on desks or home theater setups thanks to compact size
These speakers can be placed on small to medium sized desks without too much difficulty thanks to the small and no-nonsense cabinet design. These speakers can also easily fit in cramped home theater shelves or desks, making them quite versatile in terms of where you can place them and how you can position them.
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Easy to attach speaker covers due to the use of magnets
It is very easy to attach these speakers' covers if you want an even simpler and understated look to them. The covers are magnetic so you can just have the cover come into contact with the speakers and they will simply lock in place. They always end up centered so you do not need to put in a lot of care to get the covers on just right.
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Weight:
9.3 lbs
Type:
Passive Bookshelf Speakers
Dimensions:
6.5" x 5.8" x 9.5"
Tweeter:
0.75" Silk Dome
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Monoprice MP-65RT Bookshelf Speaker
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It has a ribbon tweeter
Ribbon speakers are specialized tweeters for the high range that have a much quicker response rate than regular tweeters, and it is very rare to see such an economic product that includes one.
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The woofer also handles the highs - no crossover circuit
Woofers are specialized in handling low frequencies. Usually, crossover circuits filter the high frequencies so that woofers can only play what they are best at, but this one has no filtering, meaning that the highs will be played throughout the woofer as well, deducting sound clarity.
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Good value for such an economic product
They have good enough sound quality for such an economic product.
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Muddy bass frequencies
The low frequencies aren't good at all. Don't expect much bass.
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Edifier R1280T 2.0
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Good sound quality with clear highs and full mids while the bass is just right
These speakers produce clear highs and the mid range sounds nice and full. The mid-dominant sound makes the speakers sound warm. Bass output is not the best but the 4-inch woofers combined with a front port design gives the sound some body and presence.
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Accessories can come off as cheap
You may get a feeling of cheapness from the included accessories as the remote is really light and the cables are quite thin.
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Boost or reduce bass output using bass adjustment knob
If you have a certain preference in bass then this bass adjustment knob is definitely for you. You can choose to add more bass for a boomy sound or reduce the bass output for a more highs-focused audio character.
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Sub-bass may be lacking for pop or rock music
Sub-bass may not have the impact and power that you want for pop or rock music but may suit slower or softer genres.
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You can adjust treble with the treble knob
On the right side of the main speaker, there is a treble knob. You can use this to add more treble and get an airier and crisper sound or you can reduce treble for less harshness and more mids.
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You can control volume or mute speakers from a distance with the included remote
You can increase or decrease the speakers' volume as well as mute/un-mute the speakers from a few feet away using the compact remote.
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Can work with different audio sources thanks to multiple inputs
You can connect these speakers to a number of different sources like a computer, a smartphone, or a DAC thanks to these speakers' RCA inputs and included 3.5mm to RCA cables. You can also connect 2 sources at once thanks to this speaker having PC In and Aux In connectors.
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Feels sturdy and solid, it gives the impression of good build quality
These speakers feel solid thanks to the use of MDF wood in its construction. They also have a nice weight to them despite the small size.
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Looks great thanks to its classic and simple design
These speakers will look great in a variety of desk setups thanks to their classic design. The natural wood finish on the sides combined with the grey center part gives these speakers a premium look. These also still look sleek with or without their cloth speaker grills attached.
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Weight:
10.8 lbs
Type:
Active Bookshelf Speakers
Dimensions:
7.7" x 5.7" x 9.2"
Tweeter:
0.5" Silk Dome
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Polk Audio T15
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Produces a warm and smooth sound with clear highs and ample bass
These speakers are capable of producing clear sound in both high and low frequencies, even at high volumes. The highs do not sound too harsh and the bass, while not very powerful, comes with just the right level of punch. These speakers are great for small to medium sized rooms. Each speaker comes with 1 dynamic balance polymer woofer and a tweeter, both of which gives airy highs and a good amount of bass.
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You will need to buy your own speaker wires as these are not included in the box
You may experience some hassle during setup as these speakers do not come with their own connecting wires. You will have to purchase them separately, or use compatible speaker wires that you may already have.
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Great build quality
These speakers not only look the part, but actually feel very well built as well. This can be attributed to the use of great quality wood in their construction. The fit and finish of these speakers is also top-notch.
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These are passive speakers so they require a separate amp
These speakers will not work properly when connected directly to your computer, mobile phones, or similar line-level devices. These require a separate speaker amp or need to be hooked up to an audio receiver in order for them to be powered properly.
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Can be set up easily
You do not need to do a lot of searching for speaker pairs as each T15 purchase already comes with both speakers. There are the standard positive and negative terminals at the back of each speaker to connect speaker wires to; no special connections are required.
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Heavy weight can make wall mounting difficult
The speakers are weighty so it would be more preferable to place the speakers on shelves or tables. Make sure to double check the security of their mounting if you decide to wall mount these.
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Elegant design
These speakers can match virtually any home decor or furniture thanks to their all black color and simple, no-frills design.
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Can be mounted to a wall
These speakers can be wall mounted if you prefer, thanks to the keyhole mounting points that can be found at the back of the speakers.
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Dimensions:
7.25" x 6.5" x 10.63"
Weight :
8.2 lbs
Woofer :
5.25"
System Type:
Passive Bookshelf Speakers
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Dayton Audio B652 Speaker
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No super bass
This speaker is not known for its super deep low frequencies.
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It's ready for immediate plug in and use
It comes with some pre-trimmed speaker wire, so you should be able to just plug it in and use it right away.
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They don't perform so well at high volumes
It is clear that this budget speakers are not meant to be used at very high volumes, because one the volume cranks up, the bass sounds muddy and the high frequencies sound harsh. Not a clear sound at all.
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They can be used as part of a speaker set
They can work as a decent part of a Home Theater speaker set. Especially for the mid ranges.
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Best bang for the buck
These speakers have a quality finish: their grill is removable, the speakers are rubber sealed, the connectors are well made. This is certainly much more quality than you would expect from such an economic speaker set.
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Weight:
11.3 pounds
Dimensions:
6.4 x 7.1 x 11.8 inches
Impedance:
6 ohms
Frequency range:
70-20,000 Hz
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Dayton Audio B652-AIR
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AMT for treble
The AMT replaces the conventional diaphragm tweeter. The AMT doesn't suffer from many of the response issues of diaphragm tweeters, so it plays up to 40KHz with a very clean transient response and smooth detail.
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Brilliant treble
The treble is set very bright for this speaker.
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Woofer is well controlled for this price range
Like the plain B652, the woofer only has one major spectral peak near 3KHz. Although none would be preferable, the B652 woofer has better clarity than many due to its fast decay time.
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Simple crossover
There is just a resistor and capacitor in series with the tweeter, and the woofer handles a significant portion of the mids. A better crossover would control the woofer peak in the mids.
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$60
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