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Best Desktop Speakers under $500

Will be used mostly for listening to music/podcasts while I work. I will not be getting a sub right now since I'm in an apartment so that is something to keep in mind.

I enjoy nice aesthetics so if they look nice or come in a color other than black, that is a plus for me.

manishkob
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nonoise
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Too bad those Decware tiny radials aren't active. They're beautiful to look at and would fit in any decor or setting.

All the best,
Nonoise
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fuzztone
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They don’t make the best anymore. I’ve got mine.
I will note that the Aon 3’s go lower, are more efficient and are less costly than the Wharfdales are.
However, nothing equals self powered bi amped, like an Alpha 50 Evo, on up.
https://www.crutchfield.com/S-1du46bwi8CX/p_091FA50EVO/Focal-Alpha-50-Evo.html?XVINQ=GLX&awkw=13...
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stereo5
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I am on my second set of Klipsch Pro Media 2.1 speakers.  For $129.00, I haven’t heard a better desktop speaker. 
jon_5912
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I'd consider these.

https://www.accessories4less.com/make-a-store/item/kefq150wln/kef-q150-5.25-2-way-bookshelf-speaker-...

If you like the VA sound these are a bargain, not much bass though.  I significant step up in quality than new speakers at this price.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/304132125228?_trkparms=ispr%3D1&hash=item46cfaff22c:g:LgQAAOSwPnthMlyS&...


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noromance
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Audioengine makes a line of passive and active speakers in that budget and style.
I tried their small actives and was unimpressed. I like fine detail in the top end and these were too smooth. My very old Wharfedale Diamond 6 sound much clearer.
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