What Reddit says about Klipsch

“Klipsch pro media 2.1”

“I’ve got a set of kiplisch got em at Walmart for like 80 bucks they are fantastic. Logitech z series are decent as well. Make sure you get a 2.1 setup with two satellites and a powered sub.”

“Presonus E30 (?) and Klipsch 2.1 (?) are good $100 sets imo.”

“Old schooler here, and for the longest time, Klipsch ProMedia 2.1 were the go-to (and 5.1 for those who wanted surround). Then they got bumped for Logitech (don't remember the model, but it had digital-in, 5.1, and was THX certified). I still have the ProMedia 2.1 and going strong. Actually bought 2 sets (one for parents). One of the sets had the amp died, but they replaced it under warranty. One set in storage, the other set is on my main gaming PC still. As other have said, I am using my Logitech headset as my main audio device for better positional audio for gaming. The rare times I switch over to speakers is to listen to music or watch some YT videos when I just want to sit back and not have a headset on me. However, that's rare since I watch YT/movies/videos and listen to things elsewhere now. The speakers are very legacy, but still get occasional use. If you want speakers for your PC, you're probably better served by amplified/powered bookshelf speakers that's usually marketed for turntable use. They usually have line-level inputs along with the phono-level as well. Back int he day, we needed computer-specific speakers because they had to be magnetically shielded so they don't distort CRT monitors. These days, that's no longer a worry (since everyone has LCD or OLED monitors). So read reviews on speakers (not specifically for computers), and you may be happier.”

“I went with Klipsch ProMedia 2.1 ($90) and they're great. My setup is in my living room so it's a nice bonus that they can do bluetooth.”

“Klipsch ProMedia 2.1 THX. About 130 on Amazon.”

“I got the Klipsch pro media 2.1 they sound great. Came from a Logitech z313.”

“For the price Klipsch blows a lot of brands out of the water. They’re the sweet spot for quality/price in the audio world. If I ever felt the need to upgrade mine it’ll be for Focal.”

“Klipsch Pro media 2.1 set.... Hands down.. you can get them on sale for about $100 every now and then. They have sold this same set since 1999 and changed nothing about them because they don't need to... so no Bluetooth or anything fancy.. all the price goes into just a simple damn good speaker set. You can buy them new today and they have sold the same model for 27 years... if that does not fit the theme of this sub idk what does lol.”

“Bookshelf speakers may be an option if you want something nicer but need some background knowledge to install. Edifier makes some powered ones that can connect to your pc like pc speakers but larger ones need an amp or receiver. Computer speakers are often made with considerations for size. The klipsch 2.1 speakers are a good starter set. Other options include audioengine for looks over sound quality or Bose 2.0 for middle of the road. You can find used sets of these if they are out of budget new. I personally run jbl 530s with 520c center, Bose surround modules, sub, and a receiver. Takes a nice chunk of desk space but makes for a small 5.1 system for music, games, and movies.”

“Klipsch pro media 2.1 speakers they’ve lasted me a decade”

“I love my Klipsch promedias. I used them for about a decade and while some similarly priced bookshelf speakers sound better for mids and highs, they completely lack the bass of the tiny sub the Promedias have. If you like bass heavy music, watch movies on your PC, or want to hear the explosions in games better I also recommend them.”

“Klipsch ProMedia 2.1 still sound excellent and get my vote.”

“My first desktop system! That little woofer has punch! I had this rolling stones concert on dvd, and listened to it on my main system (paradigm Reference bookshelfs, nothing to write home about, but a system that was 10 times more expensive than the promedia). One day I decided to listen to it on the PC! That's when I noticed that my Klipsch system reproduced the initial explosion... as if it was an explosion! I was shocked! Bought a sub for the main system a few years later! Now I have a pair of Focal Solo 6 Be, professional monitors. Good sound, but they were too big for the desk, so I got a new, much larger desk. Not reliable, though, a few years in one of the amplifiers (the speakers are active) started to buzz, so I had to change it, it was a pricey repair. Overall happy with the Solo 6's.”

“I'm on my 2nd set of these speakers. I freaking love them.”

“I 2nd this - I choose to watch movies on my pc over my TV on a comfy couch just because the audio is so good. Sure they're not perfect, but they're very good.”

“What I have and I love them. Maybe I'm no audiophile but I think they sound amazing!! Only nitpick is there is weirdly no On/Off switch. If they are plugged in to power they're always ON.”

“That little subwoofer punches above its weight. These can be had on sale for $100, which is hard to beat from a value perspective considering the range you get. My college roommate had a set that lasted years and years.”

“Without a budget listed I’ll make a value suggestion. The Klipsch Promedia 2.1 system is a lot of sound for the money. https://www.klipsch.com/products/klipsch-promedia-2-1-thx-certified-computer-speaker Disclaimer: I haven’t listened to one of these in years so I’m assuming Klipsch hasn’t shittified them.”

“I use Klipsch ProMedia 2.1 THX speakers. They are awesome! I was able to find a new one on Facebook Marketplace for less than $100.”

“I am blown away by my 2.1 Promedia in my home office. I have a home theater featuring Klipsch RP and I think I enjoy the Promedias just as much! I read so many positive comments about KEF Q150 and others, but would those or something like the Emotiva B1+ without a sub be THAT much better than the Promedias? I got the 2.1 Promedia set for 70 bucks brand new.”

“You can usually pick up the Klipsch heritage desktop set for under $200 on eBay and Mercari. Solid step up from the pro media in a similar form factor.”

“Second this. And space is at a premium in computer space so nothing bigger would fit for me.”

“Depends on your budget and expectations. At under $100, I think they’re definitely good enough for general PC use and gaming (better than anything Logitech or Creative have at that price point). I used them for a couple of years before upgrading to a pair of JBL 530s and a Loxjie A30 amp (massive upgrade, btw, but also a little over 3x the price altogether) They’re not going to compare with a decent amp and passive speaker setup, but they are excellent value. Edifier also had some good entries at the $100 price point, so would be worth taking a look at the R1280T or R1280DB when it goes on sale.”

“I actually have owned both (Edifiers are currently set up on my wife’s PC). For gaming, I think the Klipsch Promedia is better suited for you because the sub (while not particularly powerful) will add more oomph in terms of sound effects from your games. If you spend more of your time listening to music, the Edifiers are the better choice. I think the 1280DBS is the version with a subwoofer output, so if you wanted to buy a decent sub with it, that would be an option too and a better setup than the Promedias. As far as cables, no, you don’t need anything fancy. The ones they come with work perfectly fine. If you go the Edifier plus subwoofer route, just get a decent $10-$15 shielded subwoofer cable somewhere.”

“I have had my Klipsch Promedia 2.1 for over 20 years and they still work fine so I can at least say they are reliable :) I still love them and have had no interest in replacing them with anything else.”

“I have the Klipsch Promedia 2.1. Absolutely fantastic speakers. They put out a lot of sound and if you're a bass head you can turn the sub way up. I personally have never been super into bass so I usually have it turned a little lower than the default. Highly recommend even at their sticker price of $150.”

“I just picked up the Klipsch ones as well, huge fan.”

“A little more than $100 but the Klipsch Promedia 2.1 speakers are fantastic”

“You'd have to get used to get under $100, but Klipsch Promedia 2.1 or Harman Kardon Soundsticks 2.1 would both be solid performers.”

“I almost bought that speaker back then. I can't remember what I got: Klipsch ProMedia v2-400 or Logitech Z-2300. I still have both! Klipsch's subwoofer rubber ring detoriated and needed a new rubber ring!”

“Just to note about these: They have been discontinued and replaced by the more expensive Klipsch ProMedia Lumina 2.1, which has a much smaller and worse subwoofer.(yay shrinkflation) Also, over the years, the old 2.1's did get bluetooth ( https://www.klipsch.com/products/promedia-2-1-bluetooth ), and suffered enshitification as the factory reduced quality control and some corner cutting design changes. Amazon is still selling the non-BT model for like 170 though. But don't expect to see many sales with them discontinued.”

“these are very dated now. the drivers are very small, and the subwoofer is not large enough to produce accurate sub bass. you'd be better off getting a good pair of studio monitors like jbl lsr305s.”

“I had that set and i was not impressed. The sound quality wasn't bad for say, $40. If you can, go with something else. Edifiers seem to have a decent rep here, I have no experience with them.”

“I wouldn't recommend them. They have small drivers and they're always on. There is no off switch. I've heard bad things about the qualify of the new sets vs the ones of 15 years ago, which I had and they lasted me until I sold them. I think most would recommend a separate DAC and Amp and some bookshelf speakers. The Micca RB42 aren't too big and sound great.”

“I used these for about ten years before there was an internal failure in the subwoofer which unfortunately killed the whole system. They sounded great up until then.”

“i had a pair back in the 00s and they were definitely good, but my current studio monitors (jbl lsr305) are a huge upgrade over them. even my old m-audio 4" monitors were better imo.”

“There are excellent speakers. I’m on my second set only because the first set failed when one of the capacitors in the sub blew up. Seems like it is a pretty common problem, so buyer beware.”

“I've owned the Klipsch Pro Media 2.1 and they are amazing. After a few years, the amplifier built into the sub stopped working though. I currently still have the Logitech 2.1 system with the subwoofer (don't know the model #). I also use IEMs (and they can be pretty cheap) when my head hurts from using a headset. Just some options for you.”

“I had some promedia back in the past. Great gaming speaks. The older models have amp problems and control pod connection issues. Both happened to my set after 5 years. I replaced them with Corsair sp2500 set and have been happy since 2007”