Average Reviews:
(More customer reviews)Let me preface by acknowledging that Speaker Reviews are Subjective, period. I don't consider myself an Audiophile but I do play a variety of instruments.
I received these speakers as a x-mas gift and have been loving it (and blown away by them) every time I listen to them.
The imaging/soundstage of these speakers are amazing. Very 3 dimensional.
While these are considered 'entry-level' Studio Monitors, there's no comparing any (high-end or otherwise) desktop speakers. I'm able to discern a lot more details that I couldn't with my prior desktop speakers (logitech z2300). However, if you're into heavy Bass, this probably will not work for you (unless you add a sub).
They're also built like tanks, and weighs as much. Size is definitely bigger than a typical computer speaker, which wasn't an issue for me. The build/construction speaks of quality all around.
The speakers are very directional, so spacing between your seating position and the speakers matters.
The only thing I would caution is, if you have kids, the open (no grills) design are finger magnets.
I'm using these as computer speakers, and had to order a separate cable for them:
This is the one I ordered -
HOSA CMP159 Stereo Mini Male to Phone Y-Cable
another alternative -
HOSA STEREO 3.5mm (M) - TWO XLR(M)
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