Bookshelf speakers $500 -$700


Hi all,

I am wondering if I could get some advice on a pair of bookshelf speakers to pair with an Anthem MCA20 Power Amp/TLP1 Pre. Looking for something versatile (mostly rock and jazz, with some classical thrown in).

Budget is between $500 and $700.

Thanks,
Jim
jdstrawn
zd542 I hear you! those speakers look nice. I have just been cutting back on spending myself and the reviews of the Pioneer probably exaggerate.
I purchased the LSA statements based on the hype. Compared them to a friends Adams A7's and quickly boxed them up and sold em. The guy who bought them from me sold them two weeks later because he didn't like them either. I don't usually speak badly about a brand but I just don't get the appeal.
Most of the near field monitors will require an XLR connection. You could use your TLP1 (selling your amp as suggested) and get an RCA to XLR cable from Monoprice.

Check out the Sweetwater reviews of the JBL LSR305s. I've had a pair for six months. The bass response to 43 hz is the real deal and important if you want to hear the bass guitar and kick drum.