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Which desktop speakers to buy $800

I recently bought the Audioengine A5+'s, but they were a little disappointing. While they do deliver excellent sound, the sound sounds kind of muffled, I assume because of the thick, magnetically shielded shell. I have been looking at the Kef X300A for my next speaker purchase. I just want the best-sounding speakers possible for my desktop computer for around 800 USD.
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rleff
1,065 posts
 
Take a look at the swan speaker lineup; I bought the s200a and they do a very good job; only negative is no subwoofer.
I found them to do very good job with all types of music and gaming (red orchestra 2 and rising storm).
rockadanny
1,225 posts
 
Adam F7 active speakers so no need for an amp. They are terrific! No muffled sound here at all. Although you might need add $99 more to your budget (you could sell your amp since it is not needed). But believe me, they are well worth it.
rlwainwright
1,904 posts
 
The Emotiva AirMotiv series speakers (active speakers, amps are built-in) have been getting pretty good reviews and they have 2 models within your budget...

https://emotiva.com/products/emotiva-pro/powered-monitors-0

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ps
750 posts
 
I have Audioengine A5+'s and they just get better with play time. If you can be patient, keep listening.

I am completely pleased and have no desire to look elsewhere. The A5's are perfect for me. YMMV.
johnnyb53
3,510 posts
 
The best for $800? Audience The One, normally $995, available new, here, for BIN of $795.

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