The Marco-boy main system, as of August 2020

[Macca]

I was talking about miniatures like the LS3/5a, KEF LS50, Harbeth P3 ESR, not larger standmounts like the Ditton 15. They're a decent size, big enough to avoid some of the unacceptable compromises.

They do have 90dB sensitivity, probably an easy load for the amp too.

Given how cheap you can buy decent old speakers these days I'd have gone for a three-way speaker for the telly myself. In fact I did, although they cost a bit more than your Celestions:


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Just about large enough where the size itself isn't a serious compromise.

[Marco]

Some more pics, as the light is much better today:









I've removed the silver plastic surrounds from the grilles, as I didn't really like them (easily put back on though if need be), plus the cabinets themselves have been polished a bit more! Looking good, I think

Marco.

[mightymonoped]

Some more pics, as the light is much better today:









I've removed the silver plastic surrounds from the grilles, as I didn't really like them (easily put back on though if need be), plus they've been polished a bit more! Looking good, I think

Marco.

They look good. My kind of speaker design to be honest. I prefer straight forward ‘classic’ enclosures which don’t draw unnecessary attention but ooze class. I hate looking at drivers, I do appreciate them but prefer them working behind the scenes.


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[Marco]

I was talking about miniatures like the LS3/5a, KEF LS50, Harbeth P3 ESR, not larger standmounts like the Ditton 15. They're a decent size, big enough to avoid some of the unacceptable compromises.

They do have 90dB sensitivity, probably an easy load for the amp too.

Given how cheap you can buy decent old speakers these days I'd have gone for a three-way speaker for the telly myself. In fact I did, although they cost a bit more than your Celestions:


www what is my screen resolution com

Just about large enough where the size itself isn't a serious compromise.

Yeah, sure, but remember I'm using them with subs (for TV and movie duties, otherwise just as a stereo pair), and there's no lack of detail to the midrange, even in the absence of a dedicated driver, quite the opposite...

Plus, if you count the ABRs as 'drivers' (and regardless they DO contribute significantly to the overall sound), then to all intents and purposes, the Ditton 15s are a '3-way' design

And yes, the 90db efficiency certainly gives the amp an easy load (150W into the fronts), which really works well in this application, effortlessly filling the room with a punchy 'big-boned' sound!

Marco.

P.S I like those speaks you've got, what are they?

[Marco]

They look good. My kind of speaker design to be honest. I prefer straight forward ‘classic’ enclosures which don’t draw unnecessary attention but ooze class. I hate looking at drivers, I do appreciate them but prefer them working behind the scenes.

Cheers, Tony. I was going to have the cabs French polished, just to get them looking mint [which is what I like with vintage gear, as I'm not into tatty-looking old tat, no matter HOW good it sounds], but dunno now if they need it. It would certainly save me the £240 I was quoted!

Yes, I know what you mean about grilles, and as long as they've been well-designed (and integral to the sound) I tend to agree, which applies to these Celestions. With the grilles on, the sound (and in particular stereo image) is definitely better defined/balanced and more natural, plus I dig the '60s retro-chic grille cloth'!

Marco.

[Macca]

Beovox MC120.2

Don't know if you have done this already but if your amp allows it, cut off the signal to the mains speakers about 50, 60 Hz or so, so only the sub is handling the lower stuff.

The problem with a two way dome and cone is the main driver having to do both bass and midrange, so the more bass duties you can shift to the sub, the better.

[Marco]

Nice... Yes, I've done that (70Hz works best here), and yes that defo improves matters

It's laughable how good this little system sounds, given that in total it's cost less than £2k - and that includes the TV!

All I want now is a minty pair of Ditton 11s, to use as surrounds.

Marco.

[Macca]

Excellent - so you've effectively turned it into a 3 way speaker system. Are you using two subs or just one?

[hornucopia]

It's interesting how having a Flatsreen adjacent to speakers affects the sound. My Kuro is nearest to the Left speaker and affects the volume somewhat, so I have to sit off-centre to adjust for imagery.

[Marco]

Excellent - so you've effectively turned it into a 3 way speaker system. Are you using two subs or just one?

Two 10-inch subs, dude

Marco.