Hi. I use Sibelius to compose music. I'd like to improve the sound quality of my finished products. Eventually I'd like to have professional-sounding mixes, but I realize this is a long ways down the road and will probably take several years of learning, practice and experimentation, plus equipment upgrades.
One of my first tasks is getting sound decent studio monitors. I'm not ready to invest in professional-quality monitors yet, but I'd like to get something with relatively flat frequency response and neutral sound for a price that I won't feel terrible about if I have to upgrade in a few years. After doing some research, I think I've narrowed my search to two possibilities, the M-Audio Studiophile AV 40 Powered Speakers, for around $150/pair, and the Yamaha HS50M 5" Monitor Speaker, at around $300/pair. Both are within my current price range, although the Yamahas are at the upper limit.
Does anyone have experience with either of these monitors? Has anyone ever have an opportunity to compare them? I'd be grateful for any advice/comments that you might have about this. Thanks.
Glenn Simonelli