Well, just sharing.
Was looking for a cheap-o 2 speaker deal that i can use in lieu of my receiver/5.1 speaker setup and i came across this gem:
The Edifier MP 210:
http://www.edifier.ca/products/mp210/mp210.htmlWhat attracted me initially is the dual power source feature. This allows you to use a normal power adaptor as well as use your PC's USB for power (power, mind you, not input). As i dug deeper (I came across a single review, and it was in another forum at that), i found that the kit used MDF wooden enclosure, as well as an aluminium cone. The piano black finish was something i never really cared for, not on phones, nor on speakers, but it does make give the set a more 'distinguished' appearance.
Soundwise: i'm surprised that the output this thing provides: it has decent highs and lows. It provides good imaging (assuming you position them right) and projects a good sound stage. Properly positioned, the speakers almost disappear. It can get a little loud, especially at high volumes, but seeing i'm so close to my pc when i use them, i don't really pump up the volume to high levels.
for 1895, its not a bad buy. It can almost be considered a 'portable' speaker set, owing to its compact size, and would make a good partner for your laptop or mp3 player.
Edifier makes a lot of other products readily available at Villman and Octagon (I think). Haven't really tested the others as I'm not interested in another 2.1 system (I do fancy that Klispch GMX set, sounds really nice
). Just giving you guys a heads up on a possilble alternative to altec lansing (which i really dislike: cheapo build, expensive price and all).