Stop me from buying Bowers & Wilkins MM-1!

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Convince me not to buy the Bowers & Wilkins MM-1. I can get them for $425 (USD).

http://www.bowers-wilkins.net/Speakers/iPod-and-Computer-Speakers/MM-1/overview.html

USE:

  • These will be my main computer speakers. Not for parties. Will only use them when at my desk.
  • I listen to an eclectic mix of music, from classical music to old school house to indie rock.
  • I rarely game.
  • I'm not into booming loose bass, i prefer it tight.
  • Will probably hook these up to my MacBookPro mostly, but might use other laptops.

Are there any alternatives that I should consider? I was thinking of the Audioengine A5+, but I can't get these locally.

Should I just get a moderately priced (i.e. cheaper) small HiFi system from Yamaha or Sony and plug my computer to in instead? Thoughts?

2

go with active studio reference monitors, Yamaha and JBL are both good.

3

thanks... i'll check them out.

4

I you are going to buy B&W speakers get loud spearkers not computer speakers, They have some decent bookshelfs. Personally, I think they sound too mushy .

Always remember to audition speakers before you buy, sound is subjective.

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IMO, B&W never made a bad driver/system. No way I can talk ya out of it ;)