Monitor Speakers

[ES347]

I have a pc based recording setup strictly for fun....Sonar 2.0 w/ M-audio and Omni I/O. I also have a good integrated amplifier (Arcam Alpha) and wish to use it to drive passive monitors. Here's my question: I can get a very good pr. of speakers with ruler-flat response curves for a lot less $$ than what they are asking for passive "monitors". It seems when they tag them "monitors", it allows the mfr. to charge exhorbitant prices. I understand all about the need for accuracy when monitoring your recordings but what on earth is the difference between a $300 pr. of audiophile quality speakers known for their accuracy and a $600 pr. of "monitors"? Any advice is appreciated.

[cmchamp]

You'll probably be OK with the 'audiophile' quality speakers, your sweet spot may be narrower though. Which 'audiophile' speakers are you looking at? Paradigm? They're pretty rockin'

[ES347]

thx for the quick reply. I already own one pair of Acoustic Energy Aegis Ones and plan to buy a second pair. I auditioned them agains several other in that price range and they won out. I know for a fact that they do not have any exaggerated frequency ranges....very listenable speakers.

[cmchamp]

You should be just fine for a home project studio for 'fun'.