I moved the AD18 into my bedroom, where it's hooked up to a TV and a pair of Jamo S803 bookshelves. Personally, I have an AD18 that I was using on my desk until I switched over to a pair of JBL LSR30x (and a Schiit Modi/Magni stack). I've also seen some comparable Topping amps show up there, too, although I'm pretty sure those were pure amps, not DAC/amps like these two. I've seen the AD18 pop up every now and then on Drop for about $130, so you might be able to save a little if you're okay with waiting a little while. The SA300 uses an RCA output for the sub out, while the AD18 uses a 3.5mm coax output.
The AD18 also has optical and 3.5mm auxiliary inputs. The SA300 is the newer of the two, but they both offer Bluetooth connectivity and USB inputs. If you can expand your budget a little bit, SMSL also makes a couple of fancier amps, like the SA300 and the AD18. There are less expensive generic amps that you can find, but the SA50 is a well known commodity. The SMSL SA50 has been around for a while, and it still does a pretty good job for the money. With your budget, you'd probably need to add that later, but it can be done.Īs far as the amplifier goes, fitting a decent one into your budget could be tight. They seem to be okay on their own, but, because of the small woofers, really shine with a subwoofer. Instead of the 4" woofer that the RB42s use, they use two 3" woofers. These have been very well reviewed, and are some of the most recommended speakers I've seen in this price range.Īnother Micca product, the OoO, are a little smaller at 3.9" (H) x 11" (W) x 6.9" (D). The Micca RB42 is 8.7" (H) x 4.9" (W) x 7.9" (D), but it can be placed on it's side to fit under the monitors. There are some tiny bookshelves that might fit your space, though the need for an amp might be tough with your budget.
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