Umm... I was recommended an Altec Lansing MX5021 in another topic... Any thoughts on this?

Also, is the 2.5" difference of the BenQ E2400 HD monitor worth the almost 100% price increase compared to an E2200?

But I know once I start buying amps and etc, the costs shoot up like crazy. Take into account the fact that I can probably only afford a one-time purchase of 500 or so on speakers, and about 700 to a 1000 for a full HD monitor and that's it.

I know how much audio gadgetry can bleed your wallet. I spent RM 650 on a pair of headphones, but at least that's a one-time purchase too.

I can't afford to get anything over a 1000 (a good amp will cost what, 2 to 4k? Not to mention woofers and tweeters).

Heck, I'm a full-time ministry staff so I earn less than a teacher... I can barely support my gaming habit, much less splurge on audiophilic delicacies.