In my previous post about what would you rather have, most people opted for the speakers, very typical. It seemed that they did so based on differences. Speakers bring a bigger difference to a system so... as if large ones are always better ones. Also, money seemed to be a underlying theme as well. I always thought one could find excellent speakers that are reasonably priced. But I digress, please excuse me.

Since it seems that speakers are most important to the majority of you, what percentage of a few make believe budgets would you apply towards them? I am only talking about audio systems, I do not have a H.T., and this brings in a whole different set of possibilities. So lets keep it to audio only, thanks. Another thing to keep in mind, at least for me, is the number of source components in your make believe systems. I have to have an analog one as well as a digital one; therefore I will spend more on source components then those who only need or want one. So if you would, please list how many source components you need. Hell, some of you might find a tape deck vital . Also, interconnects and speaker cables should be included as part of your system, these are necessary parts. How much validity you give to them and much you spend is up to you. Power line conditioners, power chords, and isolation devices are not a necessity. You can have an operating system without them. But include them if you must.

So here we go! What percentage do you give to speakers?

1. System budget = $5,000
2. System budget = $10,000
3. System budget = $20,000

The reason for a somewhat high starting budget was for flexibilty. Plus, this is only make believe!

My answers:
System 1 = 10% - 30% - two source components.
System 2 = 30% - 40% - two source components
System 3 = 30% - 50% - two source components

I have to say, I would tend to lean towards the lower percentages than the higher, but hell, that's just me.

So what about you?