Best Speakers for CD-quality in iTunes?

What are the best speakers to hook up to the IMAC to get CD-quality from the iTunes digital jukebox? I want a full, rich, clear sound (clearer than what iTunes offers) that is not bass heavy. Sometimes, the sound appears far away or tinny just on the iTunes jukebox.

I use the Bose Computer speakers already mentioned. If they are not suitable then go shopping to listen to what suits your ears.
My home system is Bose Acoustimass 10 speakers through a Denon AVR. I also interface a Apple TV to the Denon and all sounds nice to my ears.
What suits my ears might not sound nice to yours - it is subjective.
MJ

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I have just read the following
http://www.bowers-wilkins.com/display.aspx?infid=2444
It is worth to have a try before making the decision of which is the best speakers for iPod.
B&W - is my perference brand
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Referring back to your post 4.
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My post numbered 1, contained the step by step for taking your 1080p60 Timeline directly to DVD-VIDEO on DVD disc or Blu-ray disc format on Blu-ray disc.
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