And the Lord said, Let there be another speaker request thread..

[DeathofRats]

Hi guys

I know this forum is awash with these requests, but I need to add another...

I'm looking for a decent 2.0 or 2.1 set, and don't really want to spend more than £200, less if I can get away with it. I've been looking at some powered bookshelf like audioengine a2s, but since I play as much BF1 as I do listening to music I'm also considering SoundblasterX Kratos S5 for that extra bass from the subwoofer for a slightly more immersive sound (it's also a lot cheaper than the a2s)

Saying that, so long as explosions are full, footsteps clear, and Nils Lofgren guitar solos soar, then I'm open to any and all suggestions. If it makes much difference my soundcard is an Soundblaster Z.

Space is currently a little cramped, but hopefully in a little study room again sometime soon - so no need for anything to rock the house down.

 

[DeathofRats]

Well I do have a pair of sennheiser 598s my wife bought me a few Christmas ago, but I prefer speakers generally - admittedly I lose out on a little clarity for directional audio, but I'm not so competitive at BF1 that it makes a massive difference.

The Sbz has a powered headphone amp, but I still need to add some sbz EQ to get a fuller more lively sound. Also makes me wonder whether the Realtek ALC1220 on my Taichi mobo is better than the sbz too...hmmm....

 

[DeathofRats]

Personally I would go for better quality stereo speakers, rather than a 2.1 system. Buy a subwoofer later.
Go for standard seperates, rather than "PC" speakers that way not a complete unit, and can remove or replace components.

I would go for something like Wharedale Diamond 9.0 and a T-Amplifier.

You think they'd still offer enough 'hmmpphh' (technical term) for gaming ? I had liked the look of the wharf dale diamond 210s but I don't know how they differ from the 9. Is there an amp you'd recommend? Preferably something that can drive the headphones too?