JBL ES20 3-way 60w/240w Bookshelf Speakers (pair) ~$185AUD ( $195.74US) delivered from Amazon US

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These are 3-way speakers which in Australia sell for about $600 (normal Amazon US price $379), so $185AUD delivered seems a bargain. I know that opinions vary strongly about speaker brands, but I think JBL is quite good, and the reviews on these speakers are quite good as well.

Reviews:
http://shop.retrevo.com/m/s/JBL-ES20-Speakers-review-manual/…
http://bookshelf-speakers-review.toptenreviews.com/jbl-speak…
http://hometheaterreview.com/jbl-es20bk-bookshelf-loudspeake…

I actually ordered these a week ago myself at the same price, but just as I was about to post it on Ozbargain the price went up and has been fluctuating since. If you are interested, don't wait too long because the price may change again. Please note that there are also some other great speakers at low cost which they ship to AU.

Product Features

Utilizes UHF drivers cable of 40Hz for excellent highs
A JBL computer-optimized bass-reflex port provides deeper bass and less turbulence
The JBL ES Series uses cellulose-fiber cones reinforced with a polymer coating for uniform pistonic motion
Waveguide delivers sound evenly over a wide listening area
These speakers are designed to look good anywhere with a style that equals their substance
Matches other speakers in the JBL ES line
The JBL ES Series uses cellulose-fiber cones reinforced with a ploymer coating for uniform pistonic motion

Details

Brand Name: JBL
Model: ES20
Color Name: Black
Warranty: 5 Years parts and Labor
Frequency Response  60Hz – 40kHz
Crossover Frequencies   3.3kHz – 24dB/octave; 12kHz – 18dB/octave
Power Handling  60 Watts Continuous / 240 Watts Peak
Max. Recommended Amplifier Power    125 Watts
Low-Frequency Transducer    130mm (5") PolyPlas™, shielded
High-Frequency Transducer   19mm (3/4") Titanium- laminate dome, shielded; EOS waveguide
Ultrahigh-Frequency Transducer  19mm (3/4") Polyester-film ring-radiator, shielded; EOS waveguide
Sensitivity (2.83V/1m)  86dB
Nominal Impedance   8 Ohms
Dimensions (H x W x D)  318mm x 174mm x 203mm / 12-1/2" x 6-7/8" x 8"
Weight  4.6kg / 10.3 lb 

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  unity1 on 11/01/2013 - 18:15

  Would love to get the es90s but they don't deliver here

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  batrarobin on 11/01/2013 - 18:17

  Hi..

  Sorry, a noob here, just wondering how can we achieve a 5.1 surround system using these two speakers, what other speakers should I buy to make it a full 5.1 system.

  Also, please recommend a good Amplifier system for it.

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    SBOB on 11/01/2013 - 18:39

    if you want a 5.1 system, have a look at the jamo that was posted a few weeks ago..
    this bargain is better aimed at someone who wants a good set of bookshelf speakers for a 2 channel or 2.1 setup

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      Make it so on 11/01/2013 - 18:57

      +1

      Agreed; I should point out that that Jamo system goes up and down in price a lot too.

      You could use 2 pair of these for a 5.1 setup, but you would have to find a good centre speaker and subwoofer. Subs are much cheaper on Amazon US, but not all may ship here, and they may or may not be 240v compatible (US uses 110 volts). The Jamo one would be better value if you want to set up a 5.1 system, but that one still also needs a sub I believe.

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        nikond4 on 11/01/2013 - 20:47

        +1

        Better yet add this to the jamo pack & a sub to create a 7.1 system :)

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        aec on 11/01/2013 - 22:57

        u have a D4?

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  fchis on 11/01/2013 - 18:25

  search Jamo on this site.

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  superforever on 11/01/2013 - 18:43

  This is smaller and the shipping is cheaper this time.

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  Black Hole on 11/01/2013 - 20:50

  Thanks, I have just bought this along with Dahon Speed Uno folding bike.

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  PinzVidz on 11/01/2013 - 21:04

  Well spotted, OP.

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  Phoebus on 12/01/2013 - 01:28

  -3

  Apart from being able to annoy your neigbour's dog, is there any reason to have speakers that can produce sound above 20khz?

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  BhanuL on 14/01/2013 - 15:35

  Warning, personal opinion below and not to be lambasted for differing views:

  Usher S-520's are better compared to these for only a bit more($350 or so). Mind you, nice price on these:)

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    Make it so on 15/01/2013 - 11:40

    There are quite a few speakers brands on Amazon US, but many of them I have not heard of. I suspect some are real gems, but I am hesitant to buy without knowing more.

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  Black Hole on 14/01/2013 - 22:05

  Amazingly quick. My bike is now in Melbourne and I should receive it by tomorrow. My JBL should be here in 3-4 days.

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  Black Hole on 27/01/2013 - 18:41

  My JBL E20 have arrived a few days ago and it is much better than the speakers that came with my Yamaha MRC-40 for which I have replaced.