Best gaming/movie speakers under $200.00?

[leojharris]

so what are some recommendations for a good set of desktop speakers for gaming and movies that is under 200 bucks?

80% of the time, i'm using headphones (sony v600) but when possible, ... ie roomates not around or sleeping ... i use desktop speakers.

any suggestions for sub 200 dollar systems?

[rseven]

What are you looking for, a 5.1 system?

[leojharris]

What are you looking for, a 5.1 system?

i think so ... whatever works with an older soundblaster live! card. i think it's a live! 5.1 card and so that probably makes sense ...

[rseven]

Pending on the deals you can find, IMO, Logitech and Klipsch make the best sounding computer speakers. While many of them are pricier than $200, if you check on eBay or Craig's list you may be able to pick up a real bargain. Here is an example:
http://cgi.ebay.com/Klipsch-5-1-Used-mint-Speakers-THX-Black_W0QQitemZ180047515688QQihZ008QQcategoryZ6137 8QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem?hash=item180047515688
Movie wise, these are my favorites.

[Pinky]

This thread has some useful info:

http://www.ocforums.com/showthread.php?t=482357

[leojharris]

Pending on the deals you can find, IMO, Logitech and Klipsch make the best sounding computer speakers. While many of them are pricier than $200, if you check on eBay or Craig's list you may be able to pick up a real bargain. Here is an example:
http://cgi.ebay.com/Klipsch-5-1-Used-mint-Speakers-THX-Black_W0QQitemZ180047515688QQihZ008QQcategoryZ6137 8QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem?hash=item180047515688
Movie wise, these are my favorites.

how's this as a *refurbuished* buy?

http://www.directron.com/ada995.html

directron's warehouse is right at the end of my street and so buying from them is fast.

also, would that system work with a soundblaster live! 5.1? i only have a single input and output on the card (as opposed to right front, right back, center, etc. as some onboard audio systems have)

[rseven]

The Altec Lansings generally are not quite as good as the Logitech's and the Klipsch, but they are fine and that is a great deal! I would jump on them in a flash. Yes, they should work with your card. I used an older set of Altec Lansing 5.1's with that same soundcard.

[leojharris]

The Altec Lansings generally are not quite as good as the Logitech's and the Klipsch, but they are fine and that is a great deal! I would jump on them in a flash. Yes, they should work with your card. I used an older set of Altec Lansing 5.1's with that same soundcard.

i just carried the heavy things in; directron has some good deals if you do warehouse pickup. i never mail order cause i can't stand the shipping.

[rseven]

Weight is good in speakers as it usually means bigger magnets, which is a good thing. You are lucky to have a warehouse so close to you. Good luck with them!:beer: