TOP 5: Best Desktop Speakers (2022)

Desktop HiFi Playlist with reviews of all the products mentioned:
0:00 Start
1:36 Pick #1 Kali Audio LP-6 v2

3:54 Pick #2 Kali Audio IN-5

5:40 Pick #3 Hercules DJ Monitor 5

7:19 Passive Options
7:59 You Need an Amp - SMSL SA300

8:38 Try a Sub - SVS 3000 Micro

8:48 Pick #4 Wharfedale Diamond 12.1

9:39 Pick #5 PSB Alpha P5

10:35 Honorable Mentions

10:52 Micca RB42

11:38 ELAC BS41

12:02 Monolith THX Satellite

12:51 ELAC Debut ConneX DCB41

13:40. Klipsch The Fives

14:18 OSD AB5

14:56 Vanatoo Transparent Zero

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Desktop HiFi Playlist with reviews of all the products mentioned:
0:00 Start
1:36 Pick #1 Kali Audio LP-6 v2

3:54 Pick #2 Kali Audio IN-5

5:40 Pick #3 Hercules DJ Monitor 5

7:19 Passive Options
7:59 You Need an Amp - SMSL SA300

8:38 Try a Sub - SVS 3000 Micro

8:48 Pick #4 Wharfedale Diamond 12.1

9:39 Pick #5 PSB Alpha P5

10:35 Honorable Mentions

10:52 Micca RB42

11:38 ELAC BS41

12:02 Monolith THX Satellite

12:51 ELAC Debut ConneX DCB41

13:40. Klipsch The Fives

14:18 OSD AB5

14:56 Vanatoo Transparent Zero



Disclosure: The Affiliate links above earn me a commission if you purchase using those links. This is at no additional cost to you.

[keepingupwiththejones]

I love how much effort Joe puts into the small details of his videos. The background is well lit and clean. Really gives a positive impression. Like getting into a car that is clean and smells nice.

[JayJay-jxzg]

Big vote for the Micca's. I took a chance and haven't looked back. For a desk setting, they are not too big, but do have a big sound presence.
Edit:
I forgot to mention the thickness, like Joe said, they are beefy for their size. I hurt my knuckles doing the knock knock test.

[mouldingbase]

Joe, If I am not a musician, why would I need monitors? For a regular music lover, we look for staging and imaging with relative accuracy to enjoy the music. I tried Klipsch the Fives, while they do sound good, but they lack of treble. My LG tv speakers sound brighter than Klipsch The Fives.

[canyonhale]

Do the Hercules DJ MONITOR 5 have Bluetooth I can’t seem to find the answer to that question anywhere

[budgethometheaterandhifi]

Excellent, budget-friendly list. Thanks Joe!

[mistermushroom]

Would any of these work for a living room?

[mjd]

Are these LP6V2 still the king at this pricepoint? do you recommend them for a music/gaming PC setup on my desk? if not what would be superior? I have heard good things about the kanto ora but will they impress as much?

[anthonyperez_audiophile]

Still love my Vanatoos. I recently got an Episode 8" sub and the high pass makes them sound even better. It is an entirely different experience than my larger system.

[WingmanLive]

Im looking for active Tannoy's from 2000-2007 any recommendations?

[jaekjaek]

Hey Joe. Elac debut connex vs Vanatoo T1E which one would you choose for desktop use?

[stevenmichael]

I have the Vanatoos paired with a Sunfire sub (which they do need.) They're unbelievable for the price. Imaging, separation and tonality are all crazy good. Because they tilt up a little bit, the center image when I'm watching YouTube vids is pinpoint laser focused right in the center of my monitor screen. Can't recommend them enough - I always comment when a vid contains these to spread the word. I paid $350 when I got them, but $399 is still amazing for what you get. Great vid Joe!!

[sugarjesusyt]

Very good job done, I don't know a better recent video about computer speakers. Keep it up man!

[cletcadano]

Vanatoo t1 encore isnt it good to be on your list? Coz im planning to get 1

[donaldchamble]

Good morning to you too and I hope you're feeling well today. I enjoy your review channel and your prospective on the audio equipment. Thanks

[jamms]

Ive had the Micca RB42's on my desk for a month+ now and really like them. Compact, stylish & pack great punch... esp for the price. Driving them with an A07.

[DescartesRenegade]

Omg, the amp hiss on my T7Vs drives me nuts.

[yancyhammondjr]

Joe I have a HP Pavallion and looking for some good new speakers? Rite now I have logitech

[hipidipimax]

What is a studio monitor? I like that they have big woofer but do they have bass?

[brent]

Building a sim racing rig and want a 2.1 system for when I’m not using headphones. Are your two top recommended speakers in this video the two you would recommend for my setup?