I need a good set of speakers.

[jesusplay]

I have been using audio technica head phones for years but my new set up had my back to the door so I'm a bit paranoid and need external speakers. My macbook pros speakers aren't quite enough. Can anyone recommend some great speakers?

 

[sangalang]

I have owned a pair of B+W MM-1 speakers for few years now.
I'm no audio expert, but I know many people out there who have given positive reviews.
Fantastic build and sound quality overall, highly recommended.
Amazon sells them for around $500 last I checked.
Compared to others of similar price range it does lack bass, but more compact and aesthetically pleasing to my eyes.

Having said that, I think the replies you'll be (hopefully) getting will be widely variable. To help refine some responses from fellow audiophiles out there, have you thought about
- budget
- kind of music you mainly listen (eg. Hip hop/rap vs. classics)
- channel / setup (eg. 2.0 reference vs. 2.1 vs. surround 5.1)
- connectivity (ie. Does it do Bluetooth?)

[edit] try this previous forum post
https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/1799604/

 

[applebutter]

I have Def Tech Inclines, they rock!

http://www.amazon.com/Definitive-Te...d=1432960448&sr=8-1&keywords=def+tech+incline

 

[iPhonemaster5S]

I've got Harmon/Kardon wireless Soundsticks III and they are absolutely amazing. Deep bass, great treble and a very nice mid range, not to mention that they look absolutely stunning.

http://www.amazon.com/Harman-Kardon...083&sr=8-2&keywords=harmon+kardon+soundsticks

They are a 2.1 system however, not sure if that affects your decision but it is something to note.