Yu2

If it's for a battle station, then you're sitting in one place, so there's no need for 5.1. Surround sound was invented to compensate for different listening positions in movie theaters and couches. You can make all the same sounds with 2 well-aimed speakers for your 2 ears. If you're willing to go

Probably the kanto yu2 / see if you can get a deal on the yu4. They have a sub out so you can get a cheap subwoofer for bass. Also you can use them as pc speakers should you upgrade later. Might not be big big enough for living room though

Kanto Yu2 for small, or KEF LS50 if you can fit bigger ones.

I like the Kanto Yu2 better. They have a small footprint which works well for my desk. What do you think of the Edifier with the LED lights?

Kanto ORA or YU2 with a Kanto SUB6 or SUB8. Small package, BIG SOUND.

I recently bought the Kanto YU2 in walnut, think they would look good in your desk.

I like the little Kanto yu2 .... and will not have room once I get my oled ultra wide

Nice! That actually makes a lot of sense with the 41” width and 9” on each side for balance. I was debating between that or going wider to match my desk, but now I see the reasoning behind it. Walnut sounds like a solid choice too adds a bit of warmth to the setup. That Kanto YU2 in walnut should lo