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Do you have passive or powered speakers? (feddit.online)

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I have a pair of powered Klipsch bookshelf speakers, and while I don't have any complaints about them, I'm thinking about getting an amplifier and switching to passive speakers, just for a more "purely analog" setup. The speakers I have right now have modern features like a remote and bluetooth, and I don't think I'll miss the remote and I never use bluetooth.

What do you use? I'm not an audiophile by any means, so I'll probably see what affordable, used amp and speakers I can find at a record store or thrift shop, but I'd love to hear your recommendations, too.

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[–] SreudianFlip@sh.itjust.works 5 points 2 weeks ago

Big fan of using the classifieds (craigslist or what have you) to grab semi-vintage gear cheap.

You don't need a fancy amp, just something powerful enough for your speakers. Your speakers should

fit the space
have enough bass, or add a subwoofer
be placed where you will hear the stereo 'soundstage'
be less than 20 years old so you don't have to fuss over maintenance like redoing rubber mounts
be listened to before you buy