Best Small budget speakers for girlfriend

Pedrillo,

The Oppo players have remote controlled variable volume control. So, the smallest, most simple system is the Oppo connected directly to a pair of power/active monitors. I'm using this setup with a pair of Quad 12L Actives, but they are rear ported and probably too big for her use. There is a smaller Quad 11L Active available too.

The AudioEngine A2 or A5 active speakers, connected directly to the Oppo using the remote controlled variable volume control, might be the least expensive, most simple setup possible.

Enjoy,

TIC

I did a similar thing for my girlfriend who also has a small apartment and bought her a pair of used Spica TC-50s. They often appear on Audiogon or ebay.

Try the PSB Alpha B1 ($300) or NHT Superzero ($400) or Rega R1 ($450). Work well with any number of receivers or integrated amps.

Regards, Rich

I bought my then girlfriend a pair of Spica TC-50's several years ago. They sound great and she still has them.
If you really want something inexpensive, a pair of Paradigm Atoms should make her very happy:

http://stereophile.com/standloudspeakers/907para/

Try the insignias from best buy. They are $75, I use them in my office, they sound really good.