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Installing a stereo in my garage. Suggestions?

Newly retired and eager to spend time with my woodworking hobby. Love listening to music (classic rock, classical and R&B) Limited budget (around $500). Pre-wired for two speakers in the ceiling and a sub-woofer. Source will be my i-pod or computer. No radio, no video, just music. I have a very good ear, but limited funds. What do you suggest?
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lak
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My Audioengine 5+ powered speakers and Audioengine S8 powered sub really rock and sound audiophile quality very good. Loomisjohnson suggestion is a good one to consider!
Although this suggestion doesn't really answer your question for ceiling speakers.
paul_graham
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I use an old Sansui 9090db in the garage....they are available for about $300...you can connect your Ipod to the aux input...get used speakers....big and cheap.
mceljo
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I also have the Audioengine A5+ speakers and have been very impressed with their sound. The do sound much better with a real CD player compared to my iPod. I think they would be worth the risk because you can send them back.
elvis_cash
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focusing on keeping fingers attached at those moments.


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wlutke
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My garage has full range single driver kits (BK-16) from the Madisound website powered by SET amps. The sound is incredible. They also have plans for speaker enclosures if you've got the room. With all the inexpensive tube amps these days $500 could get you some nice tunes.

Bill
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