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rmcin626
10-04-2018, 19:20
Looking for suggestions for speakers to partner my Primare i32 amp, looking for speakers that will be happy wherever I place them in my listening room ie the loft, up to a grand to spend if pushed.
Cheers
Floor standing or bookshelf?
Neat elite SE. They sound great with Primare. Well below budget.
rmcin626
15-04-2018, 14:31
Either
rmcin626
15-04-2018, 14:31
Neat elite SE. They sound great with Primare. Well below budget.
Sounds like a plan
Lawrence001
15-04-2018, 15:03
I usually pick speakers for the room then see what can drive them and also matches well.
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rmcin626
15-04-2018, 15:10
I am looking to replace my aging b and w cmd2 se speakers, the rest of my system I am happy with
hifinutt
15-04-2018, 16:14
how about the new 700 series speakers , lovely sound
chap had some on pfm you could ask if he will separate from his naim kit
https://www.pinkfishmedia.net/forum/threads/naim-nova-and-bowers-wilkins-705s-and-b-w-700s2-stands.213389/
or if not
https://www.superfi.co.uk/p-20403-bw-706-s2-bookshelf-speakers.aspx
rmcin626
15-04-2018, 17:14
how about the new 700 series speakers , lovely sound
chap had some on pfm you could ask if he will separate from his naim kit
https://www.pinkfishmedia.net/forum/threads/naim-nova-and-bowers-wilkins-705s-and-b-w-700s2-stands.213389/
or if not
https://www.superfi.co.uk/p-20403-bw-706-s2-bookshelf-speakers.aspx
Those are very nice
hifinutt
16-04-2018, 13:16
they are , and if he would separate them he just might sell them !!!
rmcin626
16-04-2018, 13:31
Looking at the thread on PFm he doesn’t want to sell them separately which is a
pity
Spectral Morn
16-04-2018, 13:37
Not one person has asked about your room :doh: What size is it, hard floor, carpet floor, solid walls or boast, is the floor solid concrete, flag stones or suspended, room furnished heavily or not. Is the room echo full or not, does your voice when speaking in it sound natural or not. All of this goes towards helping offer advice as does the ability of the amp to drive difficult loads and the tonality of the amp. What is the rest of the system.
What music do you listen to is info needed as well.
After that maybe suggestions can be made but end of the day you need to try a suggestion in your room otherwise its a crap shoot, might work, might not.
rmcin626
16-04-2018, 14:07
Neil, the room is my office otherwise known as my loft, so not a big room, probably about 4 mtrs long and just over 2 mtrs high. I listen to lots of different types of music, soul, blues, country, singer songwriters but not classical. I am looking for speakers that are not fussy about being perfectly placed, to replace my old b and w speakers
Spectral Morn
16-04-2018, 15:21
Neil, the room is my office otherwise known as my loft, so not a big room, probably about 4 mtrs long and just over 2 mtrs high. I listen to lots of different types of music, soul, blues, country, singer songwriters but not classical. I am looking for speakers that are not fussy about being perfectly placed, to replace my old b and w speakers
Hi Robin, I am, sure that will help those giving advice.
wee tee cee
16-04-2018, 15:42
57s?
Just thought....
rmcin626
16-04-2018, 15:52
57s?
Just thought....
If that’s quad 57s they would take up too much room
eisenach
16-04-2018, 16:41
How about some ATC SCM11s ? (I just happen to have a pair for sale on PFM. I'll see if I can put them up here, too!) - Done!
I like Primare kit. I'm running a BD32, Pre32, R32 phono pre-amp and A30.2 power. It's easily the best sound I've ever had.
rmcin626
16-04-2018, 18:05
How about some ATC SCM11s ? (I just happen to have a pair for sale on PFM. I'll see if I can put them up here, too!) - Done!
I like Primare kit. I'm running a BD32, Pre32, R32 phono pre-amp and A30.2 power. It's easily the best sound I've ever had.
They look very nice Martin, if you were a bit closer there might have been a deal to be done.
eisenach
16-04-2018, 19:36
Where there's a will there's a way! PM me if you want to talk further.
rmcin626
05-07-2018, 10:56
Just returning to the search for speakers, still looking for suggestions- wondering if Sonus Faber would be a good choice
rmcin626
02-08-2018, 11:40
Interestingly just past the 1000 views
the sky should be youll limit with its output. 130 watts it seems. the room will be more the defining point i guess
rmcin626
02-08-2018, 11:51
the sky should be youll limit with its output. 130 watts it seems. the room will be more the defining point i guess
My listening room is my office also known as the loft Grant, need something small and unfussy about placement
The Bowers & Wilkins 600 series got pretty good reviews.
rmcin626
02-08-2018, 12:05
The Bowers & Wilkins 600 series got pretty good reviews.
Will have a look Grant, was thinking of Proac Tablettes but looks like I would have buy new for them
http://www.bowers-wilkins.co.uk/Images/AdminGallery/C5-600-Passion%20for%20sound.jpg
image from their site...
probably about 400 from new
rmcin626
02-08-2018, 12:11
http://www.bowers-wilkins.co.uk/Images/AdminGallery/C5-600-Passion%20for%20sound.jpg
image from their site...
probably about 400 from new
A lot cheaper than the Proac
think the stands are about 100, so not bank busting. got good reviews too.. not stylish mind
rmcin626
02-08-2018, 12:15
think the stands are about 100, so not bank busting. got good reviews too.. not stylish mind
Thanks Grant will have a look later when home
rmcin626
02-08-2018, 16:29
I have heard the Proac’s with amp and was impressed but have never heard those bower and Wilkins speakers but they are less than half the price of the Proacs
be handy if you can either get a demo or a trial
rmcin626
02-08-2018, 17:08
be handy if you can either get a demo or a trial
Had a look Grant, Glasgow Audio and Hifi Corner stock the Bowers and Wilkins, looking for somewhere that has both
A lot less than a grand but may well suit you, Q Acoustics Concept 20s, you can use them stand or shelf mounted. I bought a pair about 6 weeks ago and I’m delighted with them, great for a smaller room I would have thought with the grip they exhibit on the bass end.
http://i.nextmedia.com.au/Assets/q_acoustics_concept_20_loudspeakers_review_test_lo res.pdf
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rmcin626
07-08-2018, 09:53
Thanks Steve but the only dealer is a Richer Sounds
Sherwood
07-08-2018, 10:02
I have these but with the Alnico driver upgrade. Either way, superb speakers.
https://www.divineaudio.co.uk/omega-super-7-mk2-monitor-speakers-pair
Geoff
rmcin626
07-08-2018, 10:27
I have these but with the Alnico driver upgrade. Either way, superb speakers.
https://www.divineaudio.co.uk/omega-super-7-mk2-monitor-speakers-pair
Geoff
Those look nice Geoff, but not seeing dealers in Scotland
rmcin626
07-08-2018, 11:58
Just spotted a pair of Omega TS 2 speakers being advertised locally, might be worth a punt if I can find some more about them
rmcin626
10-08-2018, 15:50
Just spotted a pair of Omega TS 2 speakers being advertised locally, might be worth a punt if I can find some more about them
Anyone heard these speakers
Sherwood
10-08-2018, 16:08
Anyone heard these speakers
Robin,
I am now on my second pair of Marathon Omega speakers. I bought my current pair direct from Louis (Mr Omega) on a trip to the USA a couple of years back (he is based in Norwalk, CT).
He has only recently signed up a UK dealer, and I have to say the UK mark up is much less than for most UK companies. There are many reviews of his speakers but they all have a house sound: fast, detailed, dynamic and coherent. This IMHO is down to two things: superb (in house) construction and the Omega full range drivers. Even the models with the small full range drivers produce a huge soundstage. They do need some space around them to perform at their best but are difficult to beat at anywhere near their price. The current range are available with a variety of finishes. I have the ebony finish which looks beautiful. They work really well with valve amps.
Geoff
Sherwood
10-08-2018, 16:16
Just spotted a pair of Omega TS 2 speakers being advertised locally, might be worth a punt if I can find some more about them
These are an early Omega design and do not use their later in house full range drivers. However, depending upon the price they may be worth considering. They will definitely impress in terms of construction quality, scale and coherence.
Geoff
rmcin626
10-08-2018, 16:49
These are an early Omega design and do not use their later in house full range drivers. However, depending upon the price they may be worth considering. They will definitely impress in terms of construction quality, scale and coherence.
Geoff
Thanks Geoff, that’s very helpful, the speakers are on offer at £250. I am a bit tight for space for which ever speakers i settle on.
Sherwood
10-08-2018, 17:25
Thanks Geoff, that’s very helpful, the speakers are on offer at £250. I am a bit tight for space for which ever speakers i settle on.
That sounds like a good price if the condition is good.
Mine are on 24" open frame stands and about 3 feet away from the rear wall. That helps in terms of soundstage quality.
Is it possible for you to hear them with your amp before buying?
Geoff
rmcin626
10-08-2018, 17:35
That sounds like a good price if the condition is good.
Mine are on 24" open frame stands and about 3 feet away from the rear wall. That helps in terms of soundstage quality.
Is it possible for you to hear them with your amp before buying?
Geoff
They are being sold locally on Gumtree, so unlikely to be able to hear with my amp
Sherwood
10-08-2018, 17:37
Robin,
If space is an issue, you might consider these.
https://www.divineaudio.co.uk/omega-super-3i-monitor-speakers-pair
What is amazing about the Omega range is how such a small driver produces a huge, fast and full sound.
Geoff
BTW: these look fantastic in the EKO Ebony finish.
rmcin626
10-08-2018, 17:48
Robin,
If space is an issue, you might consider these.
https://www.divineaudio.co.uk/omega-super-3i-monitor-speakers-pair
What is amazing about the Omega range is how such a small driver produces a huge, fast and full sound.
Geoff
BTW: these look fantastic in the EKO Ebony finish.
They look very interesting Geoff
Thanks Steve but the only dealer is a Richer Sounds
I've been buying gear from Richer Sounds for many years and have always found them excellent, that's where my Concept 20s came from.
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Sherwood
12-08-2018, 11:07
I've been buying gear from Richer Sounds for many years and have always found them excellent, that's where my Concept 20s came from.
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I agree that Richersounds are excellent. Their extended warranties are good value too. For things like TVs and audiovisual, my first port of call is either RS or John Lewis.
My only reservation is that their product range is somewhat limited.
Geoff
BTW: I remember the first RS shop at London Bridge from 40 years ago. A real box-shifting warehouse but with some very good deals. I bought a wonderful Toshiba Aurex micro Tuner there for peanuts!
rmcin626
12-08-2018, 12:06
It’s been awhile since I’ve been the Glasgow store, bought my av receiver there, but from memory it’s tiny not ideal for listening to speakers but those speakers are a lot cheaper than some of the others I’m considering
rmcin626
16-08-2018, 13:32
I now have some new speakers to try out following a conversation with Derek at ART Loudspeakers.
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