My very modest system

[Welder]

Looking good Alex, wish my speakers looked nice looking at yours

If you do get a full blown dose of audiophilia and decide to go looking for valve amps do check out the Eastern Electric M520 Integrated.
I’m not a valve amp enthusiast usually, not that the expensive ones don’t sound really nice, but at under £2000 new this sounds pretty good to me.

[DSJR]

The good thing about SP1's is that the load is mostly good for most amps. For these, I'd suggest something with loads of atmosphere but with a bit of a "push" behind it. First choice for me and almost affordable is the Croft Series 7 and possibly the R version with its extra supplies. The Rega Elicit may just do the business too (sorry LFD, I don't know your current range, but found the integrated from two years ago a bit too straight-laced - apparently this is better now) and there might be a Sugden as well that's not too soft toned..

[kt66]

Thanks for looking!

Alex

hey - don't knock the Rotel RQ970 - one of HIFIs best secrets

[s1977]

Alex

Your system looks great.... I remember a time when I had an absolutely weird setup with speakers anchored off walls...thankfully those days have gone...some adjustments have to be made......as I see in your case....As long as you are in the sweet spot, thats fine then....

BTW, that profile photo of yours makes me smile everytime....I am blessed with two such monsters at home full of energy and endless fun....bless them...

regards
Sush

[Alex_UK]

Thanks Sush - getting there slowly, and the Spendors have been a revelation.

Cheers for the kind words about the avatar - I change it reasonably regularly so whether people like it or not they will also see her grow up! I guess there'll come a time when I'll have to go with something else (can't imagine she'll like being an avatar on a hi-fi forum at 14!) but still plenty of time!

[Rare Bird]

Gis a look at the RAM 150's Alex i much prefer them as you know

[Alex_UK]

I'll try and set them up tomorrow Andre - just for you.

[Toby]

I know I should be more interested in the nice gear you own but as im currently decorating up the living room my eye is wandering over to the colour scheme in your room , I like the whole pastel theme, works nicely & the speakers really add contrast.

Oh & a nice set up you have there too

[Alex_UK]

Thanks Toby - that's why I joke about wanting to see people's curtains! I'm not really here for any hifi interests...

[Rare Bird]

I'll try and set them up tomorrow Andre - just for you.