best speaker system under 2000 image
jennannej
Haven't had a sound system since I moved halfway across the country 4 years ago! I don't even know what the options ARE any more! Obviously, I'd like something for CD/radio. I also know now they have options for streaming, bluetooth, etc. I have a Sony Laptop and an iPhone I could potentially use to hook up to. Don't want to spend a lot of money, but want something with decent sound (for use, for example, during a small party).
I am so lost, not even knowing where to start. Help!
Answer
You can still find practically any kind of sound system, at any of several price points. Generally, for the DOLLAR SPENT, the fewer channels driven, and fewer gimmicks included, the better quality.of basics you should expect. So, it depends. Stereo good enough for you? Five channel ? Do you really need seven channel sound? Nine speakers sound like overkill to you? Pay to play radio? or is FM good enough? Usually more bang for the buck comes from receivers, like it always has. If mid-level audio is good enough for you. If you feel the need for more than bookshelf sized speakers, the price increases pretty dramatically. Most modern receivers will allow almost any device to jack in, whether I pads, pass through dvd hookups, whatever, though there is some variation in the market. Look for solid brand names, and listen to a few units at a shop with a good listening room. Be sure and get complete system quotes, and check likely purchases on the net, wherever, for reviews and price before you invest. Ask questions while shopping. Laptop sound is usually pretty bad, comparatively, so I wouldn't (besides running out your batteries all the time) recommend using that as your primary sound system, and powered house speakers of any note are not cheap, offer very little in terms of bass treble or other controls, and such a mix wont get you airwave FM, either. Generally any audio device with a "low" or preamp output jack can be jacked in to any receiver with the right chord. You needn't bother with an all in one thingy. the speakers provided are usually poor ly built and nothing special in terms of sound. Many of the supplied "Bass Units" supplied barely manage to go even as deep crisply as an average mid-market bookshelf speaker. Most bookshelf speakers play loudly down to about 50 hz or so, and produce some level of sound down to 23 hz. Your video DVD or Blueray player, for example, can be jacked right in and will certainly play your CDs just fine. As for brands, Onkyo makes solid inexpensive units, a stereo Sherwood Rx 4105 sells for under a hundred bucks new, a Yamaha Rx a3020 9.2 channel for about 2000 bucks. There's an alphabet of brands. Choose at least good performing speakers, better built ones will "rap" tightly when knocked on, cheap ones will "rap" hollowly, Audition your choices sound before you purchase anything. Usually best to buy the same speaker all the way around, because each speaker brand/model has its distinct timbre. Not buying the same all around will make some stand out. Factory matched sets are already balanced, of course. But hear your choices live.
You can still find practically any kind of sound system, at any of several price points. Generally, for the DOLLAR SPENT, the fewer channels driven, and fewer gimmicks included, the better quality.of basics you should expect. So, it depends. Stereo good enough for you? Five channel ? Do you really need seven channel sound? Nine speakers sound like overkill to you? Pay to play radio? or is FM good enough? Usually more bang for the buck comes from receivers, like it always has. If mid-level audio is good enough for you. If you feel the need for more than bookshelf sized speakers, the price increases pretty dramatically. Most modern receivers will allow almost any device to jack in, whether I pads, pass through dvd hookups, whatever, though there is some variation in the market. Look for solid brand names, and listen to a few units at a shop with a good listening room. Be sure and get complete system quotes, and check likely purchases on the net, wherever, for reviews and price before you invest. Ask questions while shopping. Laptop sound is usually pretty bad, comparatively, so I wouldn't (besides running out your batteries all the time) recommend using that as your primary sound system, and powered house speakers of any note are not cheap, offer very little in terms of bass treble or other controls, and such a mix wont get you airwave FM, either. Generally any audio device with a "low" or preamp output jack can be jacked in to any receiver with the right chord. You needn't bother with an all in one thingy. the speakers provided are usually poor ly built and nothing special in terms of sound. Many of the supplied "Bass Units" supplied barely manage to go even as deep crisply as an average mid-market bookshelf speaker. Most bookshelf speakers play loudly down to about 50 hz or so, and produce some level of sound down to 23 hz. Your video DVD or Blueray player, for example, can be jacked right in and will certainly play your CDs just fine. As for brands, Onkyo makes solid inexpensive units, a stereo Sherwood Rx 4105 sells for under a hundred bucks new, a Yamaha Rx a3020 9.2 channel for about 2000 bucks. There's an alphabet of brands. Choose at least good performing speakers, better built ones will "rap" tightly when knocked on, cheap ones will "rap" hollowly, Audition your choices sound before you purchase anything. Usually best to buy the same speaker all the way around, because each speaker brand/model has its distinct timbre. Not buying the same all around will make some stand out. Factory matched sets are already balanced, of course. But hear your choices live.
Need advice for first time buying a car?
poopio
I basically have three options right now. I plan on buying a car this upcoming tax season, I should have around 2,000 between savings and tax return for a down payment. I'm confused as to whether I should buy a cheapo car under 2000 for my first car, buy from a used dealership for around 5-6,000 and risk getting scammed, or buy a new, or new used car in the 10,000 range. I currently am a student and live at home with minimal bills. I could afford to buy a newer car, and it would give me peace of mind knowing I won't have to fuss with mechanical problems, but it'll make money pretty tight. Any advice for a first time buyer?
Answer
First narrow down to what type of car you want and can afford. Then find the model and year you want and can afford. Research the car on Edmunds.com and kbb.com (Kelly Blue Book). These sites will give you the value of the car and any reported issues with the car you're looking at. Some cars are lemons (cars that break down frequently) so it's vital that you research your car on Edmunds.com
Cars have what's called "packages". Basically they're add-ons to what the car comes with standard. Examples are: Premium Package-Adds a moon roof, more luxury options, etc. Sound Package-Updated sound system, better speakers, multi-disc changer, iPhone connector, etc. Every car is different in this respect. Features that a package offers will differ between cars.
If the car is new, they're will be 0 millage. During this period, this is called the break in period. Do NOT excessively wear your car down during this period or you may damage it and shorten the life span of the car.
If the car is used, it REALLY depends on the age, brand, and if the previous owner(s) took care of it. If the maintenance was hardly done, the car is bound to have severe problems that you will have to fix. Buying a car with low millage is better than one with high millage. High millage can be considered 90,000+. Anything over 100,000+ miles you need to be VERY careful about. Most cars will develop issues over this millage.
Borrowing money is based on several things. The banks determine what the requirements are. One, you must have a job and at least have held it for a year. You must present your W2 tax form (it states how much you made in that tax year) and you're two most recent pay stubs. The bank uses this to determine if you can pay back your loan in a timely manner and that you aren't asking for excessive money. A bank will not lend you money for a Mercedes if you make minimum wage for example. If you make $7000 in a year. The bank will typically not lend you anything higher than that amount.
If you have no credit history or a limited one, you will be charged with a high interest rate.
Also, in most states, you are legally required to purchase insurance. If you have to borrow money, the lien holder (the one who lend you the money to buy the car) will require you buy purchase total coverage insurance. Basically this will cover any and all incidents if you get into an accident. This is a monthly payment on top of your loan.
The insurance amount you own will be determined by several things. If you're an 18 year old that's buying a sports car, you will be hit with high insurance rates. Why? Because insurance companies know that younger adults are more dangerous drivers statistically. However, if you took drivers ed and have a clean record, you may get these rates reduced.
Maintenance on any car is required if you don't want it to break down quickly. Maintenance is not just changing the oil, but maintaining everything. Examples are power steering fluid, breaking fluid, transmission fluid, clutch fluid (if it's a manual), tires, etc. Japanese cars are usually cheap to maintain. My Honda Accord Coupe costs $40 to do an oil change. European cars are more expensive to maintain and repair. I also own a Mercedes C240 and an oil change costs about $200. If you're just starting off and don't have a high income, get a Japanese car, like a Honda or Toyota.
Changing oil isn't that hard in Japanese and American cars. It's a PAIN in European cars. You can do this yourself if you know what you're doing. DO NOT use the incorrect oil or you will damaged the engine. If you're not sure, take it to the dealership. It will cost more, but they'll know what they're doing. You can find this out be reading the owner's manual (all cars come with one).
Different cars use different grades of gasoline. Make sure you are using the correct one or else it will damage the engine. My Honda uses Regular gas, the cheapest option. My Mercedes uses Super, which is the most expensive.
Overview of Owning a Car (what you'll be paying for and should consider before buying a car)
-the loan amount
-insurance on the car
-gas
-maintenance
-repairs
Luxury cars are more expensive to maintain and repair. I don't suggest buying one if it's your first car and if you have a low income.
If you do decide to buy used, get a Japanese car, if possible a Honda Accord. They're known to be one of the most reliable cars to buy. If buying used, try to get it directly from the owner. An owner will know the car better than a dealer, who's primary concern is to make money. I wouldn't buy a car that's older than 10 years old and/or with high millage.
First narrow down to what type of car you want and can afford. Then find the model and year you want and can afford. Research the car on Edmunds.com and kbb.com (Kelly Blue Book). These sites will give you the value of the car and any reported issues with the car you're looking at. Some cars are lemons (cars that break down frequently) so it's vital that you research your car on Edmunds.com
Cars have what's called "packages". Basically they're add-ons to what the car comes with standard. Examples are: Premium Package-Adds a moon roof, more luxury options, etc. Sound Package-Updated sound system, better speakers, multi-disc changer, iPhone connector, etc. Every car is different in this respect. Features that a package offers will differ between cars.
If the car is new, they're will be 0 millage. During this period, this is called the break in period. Do NOT excessively wear your car down during this period or you may damage it and shorten the life span of the car.
If the car is used, it REALLY depends on the age, brand, and if the previous owner(s) took care of it. If the maintenance was hardly done, the car is bound to have severe problems that you will have to fix. Buying a car with low millage is better than one with high millage. High millage can be considered 90,000+. Anything over 100,000+ miles you need to be VERY careful about. Most cars will develop issues over this millage.
Borrowing money is based on several things. The banks determine what the requirements are. One, you must have a job and at least have held it for a year. You must present your W2 tax form (it states how much you made in that tax year) and you're two most recent pay stubs. The bank uses this to determine if you can pay back your loan in a timely manner and that you aren't asking for excessive money. A bank will not lend you money for a Mercedes if you make minimum wage for example. If you make $7000 in a year. The bank will typically not lend you anything higher than that amount.
If you have no credit history or a limited one, you will be charged with a high interest rate.
Also, in most states, you are legally required to purchase insurance. If you have to borrow money, the lien holder (the one who lend you the money to buy the car) will require you buy purchase total coverage insurance. Basically this will cover any and all incidents if you get into an accident. This is a monthly payment on top of your loan.
The insurance amount you own will be determined by several things. If you're an 18 year old that's buying a sports car, you will be hit with high insurance rates. Why? Because insurance companies know that younger adults are more dangerous drivers statistically. However, if you took drivers ed and have a clean record, you may get these rates reduced.
Maintenance on any car is required if you don't want it to break down quickly. Maintenance is not just changing the oil, but maintaining everything. Examples are power steering fluid, breaking fluid, transmission fluid, clutch fluid (if it's a manual), tires, etc. Japanese cars are usually cheap to maintain. My Honda Accord Coupe costs $40 to do an oil change. European cars are more expensive to maintain and repair. I also own a Mercedes C240 and an oil change costs about $200. If you're just starting off and don't have a high income, get a Japanese car, like a Honda or Toyota.
Changing oil isn't that hard in Japanese and American cars. It's a PAIN in European cars. You can do this yourself if you know what you're doing. DO NOT use the incorrect oil or you will damaged the engine. If you're not sure, take it to the dealership. It will cost more, but they'll know what they're doing. You can find this out be reading the owner's manual (all cars come with one).
Different cars use different grades of gasoline. Make sure you are using the correct one or else it will damage the engine. My Honda uses Regular gas, the cheapest option. My Mercedes uses Super, which is the most expensive.
Overview of Owning a Car (what you'll be paying for and should consider before buying a car)
-the loan amount
-insurance on the car
-gas
-maintenance
-repairs
Luxury cars are more expensive to maintain and repair. I don't suggest buying one if it's your first car and if you have a low income.
If you do decide to buy used, get a Japanese car, if possible a Honda Accord. They're known to be one of the most reliable cars to buy. If buying used, try to get it directly from the owner. An owner will know the car better than a dealer, who's primary concern is to make money. I wouldn't buy a car that's older than 10 years old and/or with high millage.
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