Looking for Active speakers for PC

[dirtybeatfreak]

Hey all ,

Recently bought the recommended Edifier 1280dbs and T5 sub but absolutely hated the sound. I found the highs and mids were all muffled, speech was really hard to hear and didn't just sound right in my games. I spent a lot of time trying different settings, software EQs, cables and just didn't get on with them. I realise given all the praise they get I might have had a duff pair but I don't want to take the risk returning/rebuying them in-case they just weren't suited to me. They have now gone back

Please could someone recommend some other speakers? I would like to stick with just bookshelf size and now it's gone back realised while I loved the bass the sub gave, it actually took too much space for my area so dont want a sub. Currently have Behringer MS16s but they are crackling/cutting out and nearly kaput!

I do have a Topping E30 ii DAC on hand and up-to £250/300 which I am guessing keeps me in the active speaker range still as I'd need a further amp to go passive with the E30. I do understand my budget is trivial in the world of audio!

Will be used mostly for gaming, you-tube videos and Drum and Bass! (all music types really lol).

As always, thanks in advance for any advice

 

[dirtybeatfreak]

Why do they have to be active, are you concerned about amp size?

You might be better off going for bookshelves and a LEPY mini amp, they're very small form factor and offer a surprising amount of power.

Otherwise, the M-Audio BX range might be worth looking into, I've heard good things about the PreSonus Eris also but don't know much about them.

hello I wouldn't mind going for an amp at all, I just thought it would be outside of my budget. Having a look now at your suggestions. thanks!

 

[dirtybeatfreak]

Q Acoustics M20 active bookshelf speakers are just inside your budget, assuming your desk is big enough.

Thank-you, I did look at these but they are slightly to deep unfortunately.