What is the best floor standing hi-fi speaker for under $200 each?

Question

I listen to classical music.

Answer 1

A couple of good ones I can recommend...

- Acoustech HT-75 ~$280/pr.
- Athena AS-F2.2 ~$400/pr.-$600/pr.

These both have great sensitivity, excellent bass response, and
superb dynamics for their price level. Both quite musical as well.
Either of these should match quite well for classical music.

Throw in a powered subwoofer if you want that last bit of bottom
end. I recommend either Hsu Research or Dayton Audio for a
good value and performance in a powered subwoofer system...
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Answer 2

It might, however you dont really have proper connectors on the hi fi system for the wires. Speaker cable wouldnt hook around the connectors on the hi fi. On micro hi fi's, the speakers that are sold with the system are often the best for that kind of amp as its all inclusive. You would be far better off buying a separate receiver or amplifier for the floor standing, as you will have proper connectors for the speaker cables :) It will drive the floor standers far better. :)

Answer 3

There a LOTS of great sounding and EXPENSIVE speakers in the world, but for the MONEY you should go and listen to PARADIGM...You can't find a better speaker at these prices...Use Paradigm's website to find a dealer near you.

Take your favorite CD with you to demo because you'll be able to notice any change in sound quality from what you're use to...I have a link to their website...It shows several models on that page...I recommend trying the ESPIRTs and the PHANTOMS...They're BOTH in your price range...Click the link below:
http://www.paradigm.com/Website/SiteParadigmProduct/ParadigmModels/Performance/PerformanceSpecs.htm

Answer 4

There is no best, it's what 'your' ears tell you. Polk Audio makes nice sounding speakers. I had 4 different pairs from Polk. But I think for that price range, your pickings will be somewhat slim.

I personally like Klipsch, I have a pair of KLF-30's, but they sold for $1800/pr, others hate em. Just like Bose. Go online to Crutchfield, they also have great phone support.

Answer 5

OK, so they are a couple of bucks over your $200 each budget but, they are great sounding floor standing speakers

Answer 6

Try visiting Ascend Acoustics website - the 340's look really good to me.... check out there forum if you have specific questions.

These speakers are 'large' bookshelf, but you can purchase a stand that makes them look floorstanding. Very good value.

Answer 7

why floor standing? bose acoustimas cubed wall speakers are by far the best ever.