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Sony SS-CS5M2 3-Way Bookshelf Speakers (Pair)

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Various retailers have Sony SS-CS5M2 3-Way Bookshelf Speakers (Pair) for $198. Shipping is free.

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Available retailers:Features:
  • 3-Way Bookshelf Speaker Configuration
  • 5.12" Woofer
  • 0.98" High-Precision Tweeter
  • 0.75" Wide Dispersion Super Tweeter
  • 100W at 6 Ohms Maximum Input Power
  • Rear-Ported Bass Reflex Enclosure
  • 53 Hz to 50 kHz Frequency Range
  • Removable Cloth Grille

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Various retailers have Sony SS-CS5M2 3-Way Bookshelf Speakers (Pair) for $198. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Community Member JohnDubya for finding this deal.

Available retailers:Features:
  • 3-Way Bookshelf Speaker Configuration
  • 5.12" Woofer
  • 0.98" High-Precision Tweeter
  • 0.75" Wide Dispersion Super Tweeter
  • 100W at 6 Ohms Maximum Input Power
  • Rear-Ported Bass Reflex Enclosure
  • 53 Hz to 50 kHz Frequency Range
  • Removable Cloth Grille

Editor's Notes

Written by powerfuldoppler | Staff
  • About this deal:
    • Please see the original post for additional details & give the WIKI and additional forum comments a read for helpful discussion.
  • About this store:

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Backhome77
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Lots of reviews and comparisons out there, but Erin's Audio Corner backs it up with measurement: https://youtu.be/iI2a-KVuUhw?t=88
Bottom line, slightly better bass and warmer highs. Most reviewers agree they're better than the originals, but only slightly - not twice the price better. That said, there really aren't a whole lot of great speakers at the sub $200 price point. So they still might be the best option in this price range, unless you find a clearance or open box deal, or are willing to shop used.
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SmileyMicrobe
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Is this honestly the cheapest it's gonna go? I remember when these were under a hundred a pop.
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CrimsonFeather358
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I bought "the old ones" on sale for $75 (pair) in 2020! The specs are the same (impedance, min/max frequency response) so I'm assuming these aren't much different than mine, if not the same drivers. They're just OK -- entry level bookshelf speakers. I was using them as my PC speakers and upgraded pretty quickly. These now act as my surrounds in the living room, which they are very well-suited for.
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Community Reviews

Sony's CS bookshelf speakers are described as solid entry level speakers that work well for PC audio, living room surrounds, and basic home theater or record setups. The sound is generally framed as warm and natural, with a decent soundstage, easy power requirements, and sturdy construction that avoids cabinet resonance. The newer version is said to have a redesigned tweeter, with slightly better bass and smoother, warmer highs than the older model. The main hesitation is price, since the improvement is seen as modest and the value case weak near $200, with better appeal closer to $100 or below.

  • The speakers can work well as living-room surrounds while still delivering a warm, natural soundstage.

    CrimsonFeather358Jsolo818

  • The tweeter redesign reportedly aims to smooth the sound, with only subtle differences expected versus the older version.

    supermanrob

  • The speakers can be easy to power with many receivers and may suit both record listening and home theater upgrades.

    Jsolo818

  • Measurements reportedly show slightly better bass and warmer highs versus the original model.

    Backhome77

  • The speakers may be only entry-level and not justify paying much more than about $100.

    CrimsonFeather358TigerwangCarl69

  • The newer model reportedly may not be worth the $200 price if it sounds only marginally better than the first generation.

    EagerLanguage9208

  • The tweeter redesign can potentially make the sound softer, which creates uncertainty at the current price.

    SmileyMicrobe

  • A blind test reportedly favored the older version over the newer one.

    supermanrob

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May 29, 2026 6:26 PM
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SmileyMicrobeMay 29, 2026 6:26 PM
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Is this honestly the cheapest it's gonna go? I remember when these were under a hundred a pop.
May 29, 2026 6:27 PM
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MerryCaption6589May 29, 2026 6:27 PM
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Quote from SmileyMicrobe View quoted comment :
Is this honestly the cheapest it's gonna go? I remember when these were under a hundred a pop.
These are the new version, you're probably thinking about the last one
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May 29, 2026 6:44 PM
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SmileyMicrobeMay 29, 2026 6:44 PM
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Quote from MerryCaption6589 View quoted comment :
These are the new version, you're probably thinking about the last one
Thanks for that. Do you know how these compare to the old ones?
May 31, 2026 3:22 PM
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sr27May 31, 2026 3:22 PM
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The fact that these are 3-way itself makes this a deal
May 31, 2026 3:27 PM
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CrimsonFeather358May 31, 2026 3:27 PM
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Quote from SmileyMicrobe View quoted comment :
Is this honestly the cheapest it's gonna go? I remember when these were under a hundred a pop.
I bought "the old ones" on sale for $75 (pair) in 2020! The specs are the same (impedance, min/max frequency response) so I'm assuming these aren't much different than mine, if not the same drivers. They're just OK -- entry level bookshelf speakers. I was using them as my PC speakers and upgraded pretty quickly. These now act as my surrounds in the living room, which they are very well-suited for.
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May 31, 2026 4:31 PM
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supermanrobMay 31, 2026 4:31 PM
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Quote from CrimsonFeather358 View quoted comment :
I bought "the old ones" on sale for $75 (pair) in 2020! The specs are the same (impedance, min/max frequency response) so I'm assuming these aren't much different than mine, if not the same drivers. They're just OK -- entry level bookshelf speakers. I was using them as my PC speakers and upgraded pretty quickly. These now act as my surrounds in the living room, which they are very well-suited for.
Minor changes, the biggest is redesigned tweeter, supposedly for a smoother sound. Subtle difference side by side.Other than that unlikely to tell them apart ime.
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May 31, 2026 4:51 PM
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SmileyMicrobeMay 31, 2026 4:51 PM
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Quote from supermanrob View quoted comment :
Minor changes, the biggest is redesigned tweeter, supposedly for a smoother sound. Subtle difference side by side.Other than that unlikely to tell them apart ime.
I just hope that the teeeter redesign did not make them softer. There's a reason that Randy the "cheapaudio" man recommended them so highly. But he says now at their current price there's no way.

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May 31, 2026 5:06 PM
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Quote from SmileyMicrobe View quoted comment :
I just hope that the teeeter redesign did not make them softer. There's a reason that Randy the "cheapaudio" man recommended them so highly. But he says now at their current price there's no way.
Funny you say that, the owner preferred the older version in the blind test!
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May 31, 2026 8:57 PM
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JotterboxMay 31, 2026 8:57 PM
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These are passive speakers, yes?
May 31, 2026 9:39 PM
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CalmMitten9192May 31, 2026 9:39 PM
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Quote from Jotterbox View quoted comment :
These are passive speakers, yes?
Yup..
Jun 2, 2026 2:42 AM
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chris.whitefordJun 2, 2026 2:42 AM
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Nice price
Jun 3, 2026 10:02 AM
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TigerwangJun 3, 2026 10:02 AM
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Not worth more than $100...
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Jun 3, 2026 1:08 PM
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DhdolphnsJun 3, 2026 1:08 PM
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I remember when these were $150 at Best buy regular price and they would have them on sale for half price every now and then, I picked up the set for $75 and returned them I guess I should have kept them lol
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Jun 3, 2026 1:09 PM
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DhdolphnsJun 3, 2026 1:09 PM
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Quote from MerryCaption6589 View quoted comment :
These are the new version, you're probably thinking about the last one
Still basically the exact same speaker

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Jun 4, 2026 5:17 PM
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Backhome77Jun 4, 2026 5:17 PM
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Quote from SmileyMicrobe View quoted comment :
Thanks for that. Do you know how these compare to the old ones?
Lots of reviews and comparisons out there, but Erin's Audio Corner backs it up with measurement: https://youtu.be/iI2a-KVuUhw?t=88
Bottom line, slightly better bass and warmer highs. Most reviewers agree they're better than the originals, but only slightly - not twice the price better. That said, there really aren't a whole lot of great speakers at the sub $200 price point. So they still might be the best option in this price range, unless you find a clearance or open box deal, or are willing to shop used.
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