A couple of suggestions are:
1. Slow down and take your time. If you hear of or actually hear a pair of speakers that peak your interest research those speakers using the search engines on the Audiogon and Audio Assylum websites. There are plenty of other websites but this is a good place to start.
2. Use the search engine on Audiogon to search for a used pair. Similar to cars, a used pair of speakers can be purchased for 50% retail with 90% of it's useful life. Buying used speakers can be a little tricky for a rookie but if you buy local you can reduce most of the risk, and all of the dreaded shipping issues and cost.
On Audiogon's home page click on the search button. In the "by zipcode" tab type in the first two digits of your zip code. You should see a list of items for sale in your area. If you see a pair of speakers you are interested in go check them out. You'll want to evaluate the owner as much as the speaker.
3.One last thing when considering loud speakers. Think of the speakers and amps as a package. Pick the speaker first to match your room and listening desires, and then pick your amp to match the speaker.
You have taken the proper first step by asking questions.
Good luck and happy listening.
1. Slow down and take your time. If you hear of or actually hear a pair of speakers that peak your interest research those speakers using the search engines on the Audiogon and Audio Assylum websites. There are plenty of other websites but this is a good place to start.
2. Use the search engine on Audiogon to search for a used pair. Similar to cars, a used pair of speakers can be purchased for 50% retail with 90% of it's useful life. Buying used speakers can be a little tricky for a rookie but if you buy local you can reduce most of the risk, and all of the dreaded shipping issues and cost.
On Audiogon's home page click on the search button. In the "by zipcode" tab type in the first two digits of your zip code. You should see a list of items for sale in your area. If you see a pair of speakers you are interested in go check them out. You'll want to evaluate the owner as much as the speaker.
3.One last thing when considering loud speakers. Think of the speakers and amps as a package. Pick the speaker first to match your room and listening desires, and then pick your amp to match the speaker.
You have taken the proper first step by asking questions.
Good luck and happy listening.