inputs.text: lightweight compact active speakers - good spectral balance tight focused image low end impressive power clarity timbral detail fundamental note definition spite tiny woofers speakers even big ones deliver muddy boomy flabby indefinite thuds bass push thehem contehemporary subwooferdependent music low frequencies need extra controlled defined otherwise loudness makes bass line swamp everything else sound like distorted mushthese speakers probably get without subwoofer unless playing drum bass ear shattering volume active speakers general help make set tear easier travel around several shows week fewer boxes wires lug unpack mount connect find space disconnect pack upimportant considerations size powerful speakers limit big room fill also closer studio monitors typical hi fi consumer grade speakers not color enhance sound flaws mix crystal clear