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Topic # 243005 23-Nov-2018 10:59

I have a pair of Microlab at home but sadly these are no longer available. The speakers I am currently using for my office computer are common Logitech and they are "tinny" and "bassy". Basically, a noticeable difference to my Microlab pair.

What is a good replacement? I only need stereo.

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Reply # 2132532 23-Nov-2018 11:02

after having multiple pairs of logitech speakers die for no reason, I bought these

https://www.pbtech.co.nz/product/SPKCRE0111/Creative-Inspire-T10-BLACK-Speakers-20-Channel-5W

as i didn't need anything fancy and just wanted some desktop sound if other people needed to hear (I'm always wearing headphones)

I've been totally happy with these, nothing great, but not terrible either.

https://keybase.io/fizzychicken

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Reply # 2132533 23-Nov-2018 11:02

Genius ones arent too bad, if a little blingy

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Reply # 2132534 23-Nov-2018 11:05

I like my Spotify and Netflix so am seeking the best 2 or 2.1 channel pair I can find.

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Reply # 2132559 23-Nov-2018 11:19

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Jump on Trademe and get some second hand studio monitors with USB DAC - you'll get much better quality. These are expensive ones but the quickest link I could provide: https://www.trademe.co.nz/music-instruments/pa-pro-audio-dj-equipment/speakers/listing-1844289975.htm

I picked up some really nice Alesis M1 Active speakers for about $250

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Reply # 2132564 23-Nov-2018 11:25

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These are great

https://www.pbtech.co.nz/product/SPKEDI1252/Edifier-R1280T-Lifestyle-Speakers-21W-x-2-Dual-RCA?qr=pspy&ref=pricespy&utm_source=alert&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=alerts_redirect

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Reply # 2132576 23-Nov-2018 11:47

MichaelNZ:

I like my Spotify and Netflix so am seeking the best 2 or 2.1 channel pair I can find.

https://www.rapalloav.co.nz/audioengine-a5-powered-bookshelf-speakers-pair.html

they do a passive pair as well if you already have amplification. these are awesome.

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Reply # 2132584 23-Nov-2018 11:59

Guv:

https://www.rapalloav.co.nz/audioengine-a5-powered-bookshelf-speakers-pair.html

they do a passive pair as well if you already have amplification. these are awesome.

Thanks for that. Those are more than I want to spend. At this point I think the Edifier ones suggested will do the trick.