Ok, I don't know my budget but it's not going to be much. And you're right about the bass/*** kicking thing. I'm just going to get the Klipsch 2.1 GMX Promedia's, or the wireless Logitech speakers.
logitect's are a great set up for the money. my brother got a 2.1 for 50 bucks new. i have a klipsh 4.1, its got 2 6.5 subs and it pounds **** good but i guess there kind of expensive.
Don't get the GMX speakers, get the regular ProMedia 2.1 system. I got them for $150 on newegg about a year ago and I simply love them. The GMX system is good, but I think it's worth it to spend the extra $30 or so and get the ProMedia.
Bass can be tamed down. I find the type of bass PC speaker system produce to be more obnoxious at playing levels than a set of good towers. BGass knobs and volume control were put on receivers for a reason. Aferrari may do over 150MPH, but I guarantee you can drive it at 70MPH or lower.