Acoustic Energy Aego 2 Upgrade - Suggestions please under £200ish

[Binson]

I have a 2nd PC that I'd like to cascade down my AE Aego 2 system to, and get an upgraded system for my main PC - but I can't find anything that sounds better! I've tried a few Edifier systems, but they lack bass for me (bass is muffled) when I'm playing R&B/Garage. It's made me realise that for my listening tastes I probably need a 2.1 system.

The Aego 2 still sounds amazing after 12 years, but I assumed that in that time something better would have hit the market!

I was going to buy the new Aego3 system, but the hissing reports put me off. Can anyone recommend a good system under £200ish new, or something good I can find on eBay e.g. I bought a Sony HT-MT300 for a TV for £60 on eBay which is quite compact and the sound is very good, and I'm tempted to see if I can pickup another.

Thanks in advance for any tips.

 

[Binson]

any recommendations?

 

[Binson]

I think you will struggle to find anything significantly better for £200. I had the orignal Argo M system back when they were £80 new. They quickly realised there was nothing to touch them at that price and shot up in value.

If it has to be 2.1 then I dont think you will find what your after.

If desk space isnt a problem, and your happy with some bigger speakers then ive had both these in the past.

• M-Audio BX8 D3
• JBL LSR305

The JBLs were better to my ears, neither need a sub IMO as they both sound rich and full.

Sure others will be able to reccomend some second hand bargains, maybe amps and passive speakers but for PC use I have always stuck with decent active speakers. im not one for all the clutter on my PC desk.

Thanks - I'm coming to the same conclusion that my Aego M system was one of my best buys ever for £80. Unless someone comes up with a killer alternative, I'm probably going to try and find a 2nd hand set on eBay or risk the new version and hope the hissing has been fixed.