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Best powered speakers for upgrading home theater and music listening setups.

These active bookshelf speakers bridge the gap between high-fidelity music listening and television audio. With a robust array of inputs including HDMI and Bluetooth, they offer a streamlined, all-in-one solution for those who want serious sound without the clutter of a separate receiver.

200W Sound

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HEDD Type 07 Mk2
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Best accurate monitors for professional audio production and critical listening.

This 2-way monitor offers honest sound reproduction with its AMT tweeter and honeycomb woofer. Its flexible CoP system and DSP controls allow for precise tuning, making it suitable for both detailed mixing and energetic playback in various studio environments.

DSP Control

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Avantone CLA-10A Studio Monitors
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Best reference monitors for professional audio mixing and mastering.

A faithful, powered recreation of a legendary studio monitor that brings the classic, revealing sound to modern setups. It trades modern bi-amplification for a traditional passive crossover to ensure the authentic, punchy character remains intact.

Tone Control

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