DJ Speakers for home use small room


Hi, I'm looking for some advice or suggestions on what kind of monitors to buy for my turntables for use in the nearfield. I've looked at Alesis, Event, and other brands geared specifically towards the professional studio, but something tells me that I can probably find something better at the same price or even cheaper than the 'mainstream' brands and models.

I need something that'll have a good punchy bass response and clean highs. I'll be listening to them from no more than 3' to 5' away, and my bedroom is very small so it doesn't take much to fill the room with sound. I am willing to buy a used pair, and do not want to pay much more than $300 including shipping. Can anyone give me suggestions?

Also, I'm going to need to buy a decent amplifier...I'd be looking at the 250-300 price range for that as well.

Thanks for any help.
mkaes

Showing 2 responses by rar1

You could try the JBL S38's ... full range, near field speakers. They were favorably reviewed by Stereophile two years ago. You can find them discounted to $250 new (J&R Music) ...

http://www.jandr.com

http://www.stereophile.com/showarchives.cgi?365

As for the amp, I would recommend the NAD 320BEE at $400 new.

Regards, Rich
The NAD 320BEE is too new to be popping up on ebay just yet ... you can try http://www.yawaonline.com. They sometimes have the NAD either as "D" stock (damaged carton) or refurbished.

Good Luck. Rich