I've had a other Sony products and have always had really good luck with them. The speakers I have sound pretty good. I've not had a chance to set the equalizer yet, though, when I'm not driving and can really concentrate on the levels. I had a CD cranked up pretty good this morning, though, and they sounded pretty tight and they're clear. I'll make a better conclusion this weekend when I have a chance to set the EQ.

I'm contemplating adding an amp, but hadn't planned to when I first purchased them. I was advised, though, that they should have one before the sale was final.