Versatile, Portable Spkrs????

[d.r.cook]

THE "short" version: I have the Tivoli PAL mono spkr w/tuner--around $130--mainly for use w/ipod. A friend just got the newest ipod and asked about spkrs.

Any better ideas? I love the portability of the PAL, and the sound is pretty good for what it is; also (I think) could be used w/computer, which is important to my bud.

I know AR made a cube-like self-powered sold as stereo pair--are those still on the market? ADS also used to make some nice small speakers, but haven't seen them in years, and I don't think they were ever made w/mini-plug inputs.

Anyway, thoughts? Opinions? All feedback welcome!

thanks,

doug

[Cafe Jeff]

Hi,
For small active speakers, you should look at computer mutimedia speakers. Most are gawdawful, but some are actually quite good. For nearfield listening, I have a pair of Monsoons.

http://www.monsoonpower.com/index_mmedia.htm

Weird bass, but amazing imaging and nice tone. Jeff

Won't play too loud though.