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W0MB13 · 19th April 2010, 9:42 AM

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Originally Posted by BarryThePenguin

The 2nd inputs on the A2's can be used as outputs for a sub. This has been confirmed by email from Audioengine.

Awesome. Does anyone have some experience with the A2's? Would they be a fair step over my current generic logitechs?

BarryThePenguin · 19th April 2010, 10:35 AM

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Originally Posted by W0MB13

Awesome. Does anyone have some experience with the A2's? Would they be a fair step over my current generic logitechs?

I've currently have both the A2's and A5's, I've also had a set of logitech z2300's.

The Audioengines are a large step up from Logitech speakers. The z2300 bass is sloppy compared to the Audioengines. Both Audioengines have plenty of bass considering their size. The A5's can fill a large room a lot easier then then the A2's, but both are great sets of speakers.

A2's are great for music. If you are playing games and watching movies, you might think they lack the rumble that comes with a sub, but that is entirely up to you. You will be happy with these speakers.

W0MB13 · 19th April 2010, 11:21 AM

Hmm. I will get the speaker measurements and compare them to my desk. Later tonight i'll post a photo of where I'd be placing them, so you guys can chuck out any ideas on what you think would be best.

tgluak · 19th April 2010, 2:43 PM

2.1s for $150 or less? Onboard sound used for gaming and a bit of music. Definitely not for an audiophile.

W0MB13 · 20th April 2010, 8:23 PM

Picture of my desk

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Not a great deal of room... I doubt the A5's would fit/suit.

Any sub would be under the desk.

RnR · 20th April 2010, 8:30 PM

My edifiers looks to be about the same size as your current speakers, but they might be too cheap for you - ~$135

nordica-k2 · 21st April 2010, 11:52 PM

Nice Es7's

W0MB13 · 22nd April 2010, 11:28 AM

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Originally Posted by RnR

My edifiers looks to be about the same size as your current speakers, but they might be too cheap for you - ~$135

Yeah.. I want to be buying something which is a decent step up from what I already have, and considered "Audiophile"

(hey, the edifiers might be, I really don't know)

BarryThePenguin · 22nd April 2010, 11:59 AM

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Originally Posted by W0MB13

Picture of my desk
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Not a great deal of room... I doubt the A5's would fit/suit.

Any sub would be under the desk.

Is your desk in a small room? Like a bedroom? If so I think you'll be happy with the A2's.

RnR · 22nd April 2010, 12:46 PM

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Originally Posted by W0MB13

Yeah.. I want to be buying something which is a decent step up from what I already have, and considered "Audiophile"

(hey, the edifiers might be, I really don't know)

They kinda are. Not boomy at all. Not perfect either, but damn good for the money. Review here...

http://forums.overclockers.com.au/sh...d.php?t=811114

W0MB13 · 22nd April 2010, 2:05 PM

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Originally Posted by BarryThePenguin

Is your desk in a small room? Like a bedroom? If so I think you'll be happy with the A2's.

Yes it is in a small room (bedroom). Can you recommend a sub to pair with the A2's? The Audioengine sub is a tad pricey.

BarryThePenguin · 22nd April 2010, 2:36 PM

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Originally Posted by W0MB13

Yes it is in a small room (bedroom). Can you recommend a sub to pair with the A2's? The Audioengine sub is a tad pricey.

I'm not too sure on a sub, I haven't looked at any yet. I think if I did get a sub I would get the S8.

Most people recommend the Audioengine S8 or the Wharfedale Diamond SW150. Most people also recommend spending at least twice as much on the sub than the speakers.

If you really want a sub and don't have the money, I'd recommend saving up and getting either two suggested above.

W0MB13 · 22nd April 2010, 3:20 PM

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Originally Posted by BarryThePenguin

I'm not too sure on a sub, I haven't looked at any yet. I think if I did get a sub I would get the S8.

Most people recommend the Audioengine S8 or the Wharfedale Diamond SW150. Most people also recommend spending at least twice as much on the sub than the speakers.

If you really want a sub and don't have the money, I'd recommend saving up and getting either two suggested above.

Hmm. I can't imagine pairing the A2's with those subs, the A4's though, yes.

Linkin · 26th April 2010, 8:27 PM

okay guys. I currently have an X-Fi Xtreme Audio and the Logitech LS21's - I'm looking to upgrade the speakers to a better 2.1 set. any recommendations? trying to keep it cheap, the speakers i have were a christmas present.

The stupid little control box thing is dodgy, one speaker cuts out after plugging headphones into it when you start using the speakers again. I've also had to resolder the connections at least 4 times so i finally said f*ck this and soldered them to bottom of the board. here's what i mean:

http://i765.photobucket.com/albums/x...6/DSC01036.jpg

http://i765.photobucket.com/albums/x...6/DSC01037.jpg

Tokemon · 28th April 2010, 11:17 AM

Yea.. The A5 and SW150 pairing is awesome. Gives the sound a lower extention which is great for more bass heavy music. Been using it over a year and a half now Too bad I've moved into a small apartment with no space to put it. So it is regrettably now being sold.

19th April 2010, 11:21 AM	#363
W0MB13 Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Sydney Posts: 1,124	Hmm. I will get the speaker measurements and compare them to my desk. Later tonight i'll post a photo of where I'd be placing them, so you guys can chuck out any ideas on what you think would be best. __________________ Last.fm

20th April 2010, 8:23 PM	#365
W0MB13 Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Sydney Posts: 1,124	Picture of my desk Click to view full size! Not a great deal of room... I doubt the A5's would fit/suit. Any sub would be under the desk. __________________ Last.fm

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nordica-k2 Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: 127.0.0.1 Posts: 378	Nice Es7's __________________ Never Summer Evo 154\|\|Burton Malavita 2012\|\|DC Judge Boa 2012 ThinkPad E530-8GB-i7-GT635M-240GB SSD

19th April 2010, 2:43 PM	#364
tgluak Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: 2488, North NSW Posts: 249	2.1s for $150 or less? Onboard sound used for gaming and a bit of music. Definitely not for an audiophile.

20th April 2010, 8:30 PM	#366
RnR Member Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Brisbane Posts: 5,940	My edifiers looks to be about the same size as your current speakers, but they might be too cheap for you - ~$135

28th April 2010, 11:17 AM	#375
Tokemon Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Sydney Posts: 146	Yea.. The A5 and SW150 pairing is awesome. Gives the sound a lower extention which is great for more bass heavy music. Been using it over a year and a half now Too bad I've moved into a small apartment with no space to put it. So it is regrettably now being sold.