I recently added Vanatoo T Zeros for my desktop setup. Love them.
Advice on desk speakers
I would welcome your advice/opinions on desktop speakers. These would be placed on my desk on either side of my computer. The desk sits at a right angle to the wall, so there would be nothing immediately behind the speakers. My computer would be the source, possibly through a DC, then into the speakers.
My understanding is that this would be considered 'nearfield' listening. My choices in music is generally blues, some jazz, and some classic rock. Because these would be on a desk, I'd prefer something smaller. Because of COVID (and the general lack of audio dealers in Phoenix), I haven't been able to audition anything in person. I've listened to a lot of speakers via YouTube (which I know is flawed) and I'm interested potentially in KEF LSX, Dynaudio XEO 2, AirPulse A80, Vanatoo Transparent One Encore, or maybe the Totem Kin Play. I don't need anything loud, as I will be sitting just a few feet away. I generally try to buy things used (so the first buyer takes the depreciation) and my budget is less than $1000.
I'd appreciate any advice/opinions you might be willing to share.
My understanding is that this would be considered 'nearfield' listening. My choices in music is generally blues, some jazz, and some classic rock. Because these would be on a desk, I'd prefer something smaller. Because of COVID (and the general lack of audio dealers in Phoenix), I haven't been able to audition anything in person. I've listened to a lot of speakers via YouTube (which I know is flawed) and I'm interested potentially in KEF LSX, Dynaudio XEO 2, AirPulse A80, Vanatoo Transparent One Encore, or maybe the Totem Kin Play. I don't need anything loud, as I will be sitting just a few feet away. I generally try to buy things used (so the first buyer takes the depreciation) and my budget is less than $1000.
I'd appreciate any advice/opinions you might be willing to share.
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I asked this recently with a price limit but the answers will probably help you. 145 responses. https://forum.audiogon.com/discussions/best-small-desktop-speakers-500-or-under-new-or-used |
I own the LS50W (orig version) and some Vanatoo Transparent Zeros. The LS50W are a much better speaker but personally consider them too large and overkill for a desk. You may not. I use the Vanatoos on my desk and they work great for my needs. Tons of configurability, DSP, onboard DAC, easy sub connection if desired and active so nothing else needed. They sound natural to me and are an easy one size fits all solution. Obviously the newer One Encores will sound better than my smaller Zeros. |
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