Bests & Worsts Reviews from Amazon

They really are great speakers. They work as advertised. I will say that they definitely benefit from a break in period. First out of the box they are really forward and the treble is biting. After some break-in though it mellows out and they sound great. Please remember that these are small speakers. They sound great to be as small as they are. They are really clear and detailed. They would also benefit from adding a sub to your system. The only negative remark I can give them is that the phono stage is not great. It will get you going if you are just starting out but you are really going to want to upgrade to a separate phono stage quick. That being said when playing records there is absolutely no hum at regular listening volumes. The phono stage just sounds flat. There is no depth. No separation. I know these speakers can sound better because they sound great when paired with a DAC. Do not let this deter you from buying these great speakers. They really do sound amazing when paired with a good source and a sub. I would definitely recommend these speakers. Especially for their sub $500 price tag. UPDATE---------------------------------------- After about 50 hours of listening with these speakers. I have decided to amend my review. I think they are wonderful. I still stand by comment about the phono stage being lacking. I recommend adding in a separate phono stage like the Schiit Mani. It is a fantastic phono stage. I will write a separate review on that product page. Now back to the speakers. Just great little powered speakers. They really shine in the mids and highs. The treble is forward and lively. The mids are well balanced and could be a little more full. This is not a fault of the speakers. They perform as specified. They fill out nicely with the R-100sw sub. The built in amp and dac provide a very clean clear signal that helps to define instruments and sound stage. I can really get a feel of the singer being in front of the guitar with the bass and drums in the background with just a hint of violin and piano. So a great sounding set of speakers. Easy for beginners to set up. Provide a sweet lively sound that will not leave you wishing for more, especially if you add the sub. You will not regret purchasing this set of powered speakers. Ps: I guess it should go without saying that listening over bluetooth is not ideal. Its not just these speakers. I would not recommend listening via bluetooth ever. Please remember to vote this review as helpful if you found it useful. Thank you for taking the time to read my review.