I was shopping for one of these monitors but wasn't sure how many different models had been released so far so I did some digging and put this list together for anyone else wondering the same. Prices are as of 10/11/2026 in the US. Sorry if I missed any other models.
Hello! Looking for upgrade recommendations in the US. I've had my current setup for 6 years now and not really sure how it compares to what's available on the market now. I'm using a Schiit Modi 3+ DAC, Topping PA3 speaker amp, and Micca RB42 speakers. My desk is against a wall so the speakers are placed about 3 - 4 inches from the wall.
I prefer "bang for buck" and try to avoid diving too deep into diminishing returns. I considered upgrading my Topping PA3 to a Topping Mini300 ($140) but figured that might not make much of a difference, so I started looking at speakers. I was leaning towards Polk XT20 ($280) recommended by Erin's Audio Corner.
What do you all recommend?
My gaming PC currently has a Ryzen 5600X with G.Skill RipjawsV 32GB (2x16GB) 3600MHz CL16 RAM. I just got a great deal on a bundle that included a Ryzen 5800X3D and Corsair Vengeance RGB Pro 32GB (2x16GB) 3600MHz CL18 RAM.
I would like to use the Corsair kit because RGB, but wasn't sure how much of a different the CL18 would make vs the CL16 in my current kit.
Our barrel pick from The Reveries is available to pre-order from Oak & Vine and releases this Friday. Only 72 bottles left.
- 8 years
- distilled in Kentucky
- 75% corn, 21% rye, 4% malted barley
- 125.8 proof