Could someone help figure out a setup?


Hopefully it's okay to ask for help here

I'm very new to computer audio, but since I work on my computer 11 hours a day minimum, I'd like a system finally. Definitely looking for some deep, loud bass, but not looking to go insane with it. I'm thinking maybe $650 max for everything, but I'm also not sure where to begin, simply because many of the higher end speakers I'm finding don't plug directly into my computer (hence why I am reaching out).

If anything, I'd go with some speakers first and get a sub later with a different savings amount, so if I really HAVE TO go above $650, then I guess I'll have to.

What information would be needed from me to help determine what would be best? 
crackthesky

Showing 3 responses by mesch

+1 twoleftears.  One could purchase the speakers 1st then the sub later. The audioengine one would be a match, however one could also look into the Dayton Audio subs offered by Parts Express. 
Must agree that an inexpensive outboard DAC would be a great improvement over use of the computer 3.5mm output. 
As far as I know Parts Express offers different Dayton subs(8", 10", 12" and the aforementioned 15"). If you purchase the Audioengine  speakers then you might do well with the Audioengine sub.   

At your budget my suggestion would be to purchase the powered speakers 1st and a DAC that will mate to your SPDIF output, optical or coax. Consider the sub at a later date.