Looking to replace my Klipsch ProMedia 2.1

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Most electronics stores will have a cable to split the 3.5mm audio output on your sound card into left and right RCA plugs.

http://search.beachaudio.com/search?...mm+rca&x=0&y=0

You can put that on the inputs of a preamp, receiver, integrated amp or an amp with a level control. From there, you just connect any speakers that are suitable for your amp. Your options are really wide open. There are quality amps and speakers of all sorts within your budget and superior to the ProMedia 2.1.

Here's the amp I use for my computer...AudioSource AMP 100:

http://search.beachaudio.com/search?...source+amp+100

The amp senses the signal and turns itself on and off. It has two sets of inputs, which sense the signal and automatically determine which source to play. I run the speaker wires through a subwoofer and then to a pair of wall-mount speakers right behind my monitor.

Preferences on these items are subjective. No one can tell you what you'll like. But I would suggest checking out the little Polk speakers, like the LSi7. Maybe you could get them in your price range on that world-famous auction site.