Is there any point in upgrading my current speakers? Currently I'm running a Lepai LP-2020A+ with a pair of AudioSource LS100 speakers (8-ohm, 10w RMS, 50w peak) and a Polk Audio PSW111 sub. The only mod I did to the Lepai was replacing the 2 amp power supply for a 5 amp.
Depending on who I ask, either the Lepai is the weak link in my setup or the speakers are. Any input?
What's the best speaker for 400$, without drop and dac/amp? People here say m5s aren't good but I've heard great things about them... what about Harman Kardon Soundsticks III Speakers?
I'm sorry, but compared to a properly driven and setup KEF, B&W, etc... the A5's just can't compete. They're far from bad, imo, but looking at all the other speakers on this list I don't think AudioEngine stuff deserves to be listed.
Put another way: If this were a supercar drop, guess which AE would be. Ferrari, Porsche, McLaren, Mercedes Benz, Buick, Jaguar, Alfa Romeo...
1st choice: Vanatoo T1 speakers (black), for Computer near-field monitors.
2nd choice: KEF X300A
3rd choice: Harbeth P3ESR cherry <--- I'd jump all over this one for the right price