I had another pair that were for a stronger sound systyem..I moved them to another area in my home Soo I now needed, in my small "AT HOME OFFICE".. a pair that would suit me, fit my cabinets and NOT be costly..these Philips did the job..even thou I don't like to buy anything..that has REFURBISHED on it...I took a chance with Overstock and Philips..it was WORTH IT!! they work just GREAT! they have a very TECH look with wood and the sound is just right..so if you need a simple pair of GOOD spearkers..these.. are them..if you need to BOOM your neighbors at 1 am.. .. keep looking....