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Terrible mix translation....beginner monitors?

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Topic Terrible mix translation....beginner monitors?
I have been mixing on a decent Logitech 2.1 system. I know, I know that is not real practical, so I have decided to get a decent set of entry level studio monitors. I am only on a $300 dollar budget so my choices are very limited. Also, I do not have any local music shops so I cannot go demo speakers so I am really relying on online reviews and forums. After quite a bit of research I have narrowed it down to a few sets that fit the budget on musicians friend....

M-Audio BX5a 70 Watt Active Studio Monitors $300
Alesis Monitor 1 Active MKII Powered Monitors $300
Fostex PM-1 MKII Active Nearfield Studio Monitors $300
TASCAM VL-X5 Bi-Amped Studio Monitors $300
Event Tuned Reference TR5 Active Monitors $300

I know that anyone of these is probably significantly better than my current setup, but hopefully a you guys can steer me in the right direction to get the most bang for the buck.

I am mostly mixing rap music so I understand that in the future I would probably have to get a sub to accommodate these speakers to give me an idea what is happening in the low end. You can check out some of our tracks at
www.myspace.com/shutdownproductions

My main concern for new monitors is the problem I have translating my mixes to other systems. Thanks for your time.

-C
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Dont go any further than TASCAM VLX5 . They are amazing, most professional say they are the best there is up to 500$!! And it is true, I can guarantee that. Buy them the soonest possible. I think that www.thomann.de has the best price. (190$ or something..)
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Hey, I appreciate the response, I have heard great reviews on those Tascams!! They are already in the process of being shipped to me!! I am glad I got some final confirmation! Thanks.
-C