This build is going to be for my buddies 2.1 computer set up. The over all goal is to put together something that will sound decent, but for as cheap as possible. Right now we are thinking about picking up a used Onkyo receiver to do all the signal processing, and run the 2 satellites off of that. Also need suggestions for a sub amp to pair with the sub (Sundown SD-1 v2 10").

If anyone thinks this is a bad idea, or has a better way of going about it, let me know. Please! I haven't talked to him in a few weeks, but I think his budget is $400 for everything. $50 is already spent on the SD-1.

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Any input, fellas? haha

I'd look into a kit from Madisound, or maybe building one of Zaph's designs.

I'd look into a kit from Madisound, or maybe building one of Zaph's designs.

X2, If you get a decent enough receiver you could run the sub off it also keep in mind if you are running a CRT you will want shielded speakers if your going to mount them next to it.

http://www.madisound.com/catalog/product_i...products_id=369

And a set of Fostex full rangers would easily fit in the budget. Not a ton of power, but for a PC system it should be more than adequate. Personally I'd pick a more efficient sub if you could, but if it is too late so be it. You'd have to just run a single coil with this amp, but for a cheap system it could turn out fantastic.

After years of having some type of system in the office for music, I have found headphones to be the best for enjoying it, while still keeping the peace in the house. For as little as $100, you can get some great cans too!

For speakers I'd look at something like the Fonkens

http://www.planet10-hifi.com/fonken.html *plans are on the left side of the page*

Either that or a good set of headphones, personally I'm a fan of the Sennheiser brand.

http://www.madisound.com/catalog/product_i...products_id=369

And a set of Fostex full rangers would easily fit in the budget. Not a ton of power, but for a PC system it should be more than adequate. Personally I'd pick a more efficient sub if you could, but if it is too late so be it. You'd have to just run a single coil with this amp, but for a cheap system it could turn out fantastic.

The sub has been purchased for some time now. Is there any downfall to running just one coil?

http://www.madisound.com/catalog/product_i...products_id=369

And a set of Fostex full rangers would easily fit in the budget. Not a ton of power, but for a PC system it should be more than adequate. Personally I'd pick a more efficient sub if you could, but if it is too late so be it. You'd have to just run a single coil with this amp, but for a cheap system it could turn out fantastic.

The sub has been purchased for some time now. Is there any downfall to running just one coil?

The only real downfall is that you will loose some power handling but can't remember anything beyond that. Adire had a paper out on that if anyone can find it, I'm not sure what happened to it.

Enclosure size might be effected as well.

The way i have done it is like this... Computer sound card 3.5mm into 2 6.5 plugs (had to make this but you can buy a 3.5mm into 2 RCA and then some RCA into 6.5mm adapters) this runs into the SM M-Patch 2. From this i run output into my monitors which are Behringer B2031A (about $300 US) the second output runs into the sub which is a 15 DIY made with 25mm MDF running from a 350 RMS plate amplifer and a cheap Driver sold here in Australia. The results are great, clean sound with tons of bottom end.

You can use a reciever and do it that way but for $300 US i think the active monitor is a better option

Considering his budget i would leave the sub atm and just get the Monitors which he can run straight from his PC soundcard... Then in the future he can add the sub, trust me when i say the bass response from the ehringer B2031A is quiet good, not great but good enough for most music types and a hell of a lot bettter than passive speakers of similar size due to the 8.75 inch driver and active 150 watt amplifier for the woofer

Just my 2 cents

Edited December 7, 200816 yr by Samuel

Thanks for the input Samuel. That's a nice looking setup you have there. I did end up getting this canceled, he decided to go with a HTIB instead. Boo.

Thanks for the input Samuel. That's a nice looking setup you have there. I did end up getting this canceled, he decided to go with a HTIB instead. Boo.

sad news... very sad news At least you tried

Yeah...BUT that means I have 2 of the woofers to do what I please with now >:]. I don't know to do with them yet though...

I bought a cheap receiver off ebay for like $40, an Onkyo, use some cheap aiwa speakers from a small stereo, bought a blown powered KLH sub off ebay like $30, took out the 175w plate amp and made a 3 cube box for a Kove i got used for $30 or so. Yea im a cheap bastard

the guy put an AQ dustcap on it, the other was messed up

Edited December 13, 200816 yr by cobracommander

This is what i have. Logitech z-2300

2.1 set-up. Hits hard. Shakes all the pictures in my house. Comes in a ported box and comes with 2 speakers. Not bad for $100.00

Edit: Heres some specs.

Sound Quality

* THX-certified: The ultimate mark of quality for speaker systems.

* 200 watts of RMS power (400 watts of peak power): Hear—and feel— thunderous audio that brings music, movies, and games to life.

* Powerful, distortion-free bass: An 8-inch, long-throw subwoofer driver with flared bass port delivers a pounding low range.

* Phase plug design: Aluminum drivers outperform conventional two-way designs with superb high-end and rich mid-range tones.

Convenience

* SoundTouch™ wired remote control: Take command of your listening experience with controls for master volume and subwoofer. Includes a power/standby button and a headphone jack for private listening.

* Multiple source–ready: Use the provided adapter for easy connection to your favorite DVD player, CD player, or gaming console.

Specifications

Hardware

o Drivers:

Satellites: 2.5-inch polished aluminum phase plug driver

Subwoofer: 8-inch long-throw ported driver with sixth-order bass reflex enclosure

o Speaker dimensions (H x W x D, inches):

Satellites: 6.75 x 3.5 x 6

Subwoofer: 11 x 11 x 15

o SoundTouch™ wired remote control:

Master volume

Subwoofer volume

Headphone jack

Power/standby

Technical Specifications

o Total RMS power: 200 watts RMS

Satellites: 80 watts RMS (40 watts x 2)

Subwoofer: 120 watts RMS

o Total peak power: 400 watts

o Frequency response: 35 Hz–20 kHz

o Signal-to-noise ratio @ 1 kHz: >100 dB

o Amplifier: Ultra-linear, high-capacity analog

o Compatibility:

PC or Mac

CD player

Digital (MP3) music player

DVD player

PlayStation

Edited December 13, 200816 yr by juslivin

I have just run everything through my receiver so as to not have to have two different systems in my house.

I have 3 onkyo speakers and a 2.1 computer speaker set. I am planning on buying a 5.1 receiver. Would i be able to use the 3 real speakers for front left front right and center, then use the computer speakers for the rear?

I have 3 onkyo speakers and a 2.1 computer speaker set. I am planning on buying a 5.1 receiver. Would i be able to use the 3 real speakers for front left front right and center, then use the computer speakers for the rear?

Do the computer speakers have a normal + and - wire coming out of them? If so, you can probably use them..Check the impedance just to be sure. Are you using this for music or movies?

I have a Boston Acoustics system on my home computer ... Its awesome ...

I bought a cheap receiver off ebay for like $40, an Onkyo, use some cheap aiwa speakers from a small stereo, bought a blown powered KLH sub off ebay like $30, took out the 175w plate amp and made a 3 cube box for a Kove i got used for $30 or so. Yea im a cheap bastard

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the guy put an AQ dustcap on it, the other was messed up

Hey I have those same Aiwa speakers you have on your desk I use them in my bandpass.

I was gonna suggest a Daytona sub and those $20 Daytona bookshelf speakers. Supposedly sound pretty decent for not much cash. And grab one of those T amps. 50w/ch is more than enough power for a desk. Then again, I run some Cambridge m55s and a Cambridge S8. For around $200, I'm very happy with how pretty the speakers sound, and how well the sub blends in. Not gonna break glass with the S8, but whatever.