For playing and recording at home, I have been using a couple of small Behringer Ultracoustic AT108s which provide very reasonable amplification for smaller spaces at a very reasonable price

but if you are a pro with well treated room or an average music listener getting your first good speakers ,the power monitor gives versatility at a very affordable price and would be a great value if you can pick one up for sale.

The price is amazing and some of the best speakers you can purchase under $500

Bought lsr305 for its good price to performance

The JBL LSR308's truly are an awesome value at an affordable price

A great product for a great price

Fantastic speakers for an amazing price.

With that significant a price difference I don't think you can compare the 2 sets of monitors fairly

speaker is cheap, high c/p value, don't expect good assembly job get done