versatile studio monitors (krk?)

since I don't have the time or resources to try a ton of different setups, I hope that everyone here can throw in some opinions for my new sound system. I am in the market for studio monitors (subwoofer too maybe), $1000 is my ABSOLUTE maximum budget.

Here is the dilema, I like bass and I want to use my monitors for small "house" parties. My bedroom is medium sized 15' x 12' and I know I can get away with just 2 krk rokit 8s or 10s but my living area is a little bigger about 20' x 20' and I want to have noticeable bass in that room. I don't need to shake up the whole building but some thump would be nice. Should I consider getting 2 monitors and maybe a small sub (150W or less) or just buy bigger monitors like the rokit 10s (would the bass be adequate?). I like the KRKs and most people seem to like them too so I didn't look into other options but I have an open mind so bring on the suggestions.

 

I asked a similar question and got the response below..!... not sure if it helps really..!

http://www.native-instruments.com/forum/showthread.php?t=160489

 

It doesn't address my low frequency concerns but thank you though

 

If you're going to be using the speakers for monitoring and mixing your own songs, I would stay away from the KRK Rokkits. That said, they are decent hi-fi speakers for listening. If your main use of them would be as speakers at parties, they would be fine.

If you're looking for a small solution to your problem (ie. not buying a PA), then a pair of KRKs would do you fine, as long as you get a sub. Even the Rokkit 8s have a low frequency cutoff at around 44 Hz. If you got a subwoofer to cover the 20-60Hz range that'd really improve your low end response.

Hope this helps