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In Reply to: RE: Best DAC/Soundcard & Powered Speakers for $500 for a PC based system? posted by Goober58 on July 30, 2014 at 21:52:59
It looks like you've already got a pretty nifty PC system. What is it you are seeking by moving on? I'm not at all certain the AudioEngine IIs will be an upgrade from what you've already got.
Do you have stands under the Epos EL3s to lift their tweeters to ear level? If not, then a pair of stands may be all the upgrade you need.
JE
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The problem I have with the Epos is the rear firing port. These will be desktop speakers sitting at the back of my desk against a wall. Of course I can and will pull them out some but it's not a great situation for them. As far as the NAD goes it too sits on the desk. I can add a wall mount but powered speakers will save a ton of real estate.
Give me rhythm or give me death!
Being on a desk up against a wall is a horrible place for any speaker, regarless of which direction the ports face. If you can, move your desk into the centre of the room and put the speakers on stands some distance in front of the desk. To get the best sound, you have to position them where they sound best IN THE ROOM. Otherwise you might be better off saving your money.
I was just about to say basically the same as others. Upgrade the dac and keep the NAD but instead upgrade the Epos 3s with Epos M5 or M5i used. I like the M5 plus they are great looking. Now that you mention the wall, maybeits an issue, but my M5 sound great within up to
6".
I have and recommend Emotiva Airmotiv 4S powered speakers and the AudioQuest Dragonfly USB DAC. The 4S are $358 per pair (free shipping and a 30 days money back policy) and the DAC is $150. Breaks your budget by $8 but a great combination.
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