Looking for a good desktop audio solution

[Ytyoussef]

I'm going to build a gaming rig soon, and I'm more or less settled on the components. But there's one thing I haven't thought of yet, speakers. I'm looking for speakers with good sound that are good for gaming (with good bass I guess) and for music. I'm getting the Maximus VI Formula motherboard if that's relevant for the soundcard. Don't have a preference regarding stereo vs surround, I just want good quality sound and a good bang for the back. I'm willing to go to 450~ish dollars max, but if it can be lower then that, it would be great.
Thanks

 

[Tradesman1]

I like the Bose sets - always good

http/www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16836166004
http/www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16836627004

 

[Ytyoussef]

I always see "audiophiles" saying to stay away from Bose, so I'm not really sure. Gonna look at the reviews for those anyway, thanks

 

[Tradesman1]

No worries

 

[USAFRet]

Bose is generally overpriced for what that are. They are the Monster cable of speakers.

I have a set of older Dell 5650 5.1 setup. Amazing sound for that price.

If spending $400+, I'd go with an actual receiver and speakers.

 

[Ytyoussef]

@USAFRet I actually don't mind doing that, but If I can get a good sounding 200$ pair of speakers I would also be very happy. I'm not aiming to spend 400+ that would only be the case if I found something that's really worth it. If you can recommend a receiver and speakers I can have a look at that.

 

[tomate2]

ive never saw an audiophile recommend a bose
for best quality you should get a receiver and decent speakers
it really depends on how sensitive you are to sound and music
go to a hardware store and test the speakers yourself and choose the one that impresses you the most
if you want 5.1 you can get these ones http/www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16836121050
but usually 2.1 should handle your computer audio needs
like these ones http/www.amazon.com/Altec-Lansing-MX6021-Expressionist-Speaker/dp/B0025VKUR0/ref=sr_1_10?ie=UTF8&qid=1381166005&sr=8-10&keywords=altec+lansing

 

[batuchka]

I would say a quality starter 2.1 for that kind of money is a realistic target? $200 could land you a half decent active sub such as BIC F12, Polk PSW505, etc? The rest on receiver/bookshelf speakers and u set

 

[Ytyoussef]

I can't find the BIC F12 or the Polk PSW505 anywhere here... :L And I'm really a noob when it comes to home audio, I would really appreciate it if someone would recommend the receiver and bookshelf speakers too. Thanks

 

[USAFRet]

I can't find the BIC F12 or the Polk PSW505 anywhere here... :L And I'm really a noob when it comes to home audio, I would really appreciate it if someone would recommend the receiver and bookshelf speakers too. Thanks

I have a set of Energy Take Classic ($150 last holiday season) + Polk sub woofer ($80 last year) + an Onkyo receiver.
Total - $450.
Nice sound for that price.