Check out the Wharfedale range, similar balance to your B&Ws from memory.
Check out the Wharfedale range, similar balance to your B&Ws from memory.
Thanks again for all the replies Gents
Thanks for the reply Phil... those Alchris AR-2 speakers look good but the AR-4 or even 6's are not that much more money as I'd be looking for the next set of speakers to ideally last up to another 25 years so pound per year value would be good
Thanks John, Wharfedales do seem to get good reviews whenever I have seen information about them; pretty sure I sorted out some little Wharfedales for my dad when we upgraded his system to separates a few years back - small with a big sound.
Best Wishes
Christopher D
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Main System: Vinyl - Technics SL1200 Mk1, Technics Mk2 Headshell , Audio Technica AT_VM95C, Cambridge Audio Azur 551P Phono Stage: CD - Marantz CD 6005: Amp - Cambridge Audio Azur 351A: Speakers - B&W DM600
Second System (WIP) : CD - NAD C 521i : Cassette - Technics RS-BX404: Amp - Technics SU-V470 PXS : Speakers - Wharfdale Laser 60
Streaming: Audio Interface - Focusrite Scarlett 8i6: Active Monitors - Adam Audio T5V
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I'm Lawrence.
I've seen this before with some Wharfedales of a similar vintage. I think one was kept near a radiator for years and this was the result. Strong sunlight could also have a similar effect.
I don't think it would make much if any audible difference. Professional measuring equipment may be able to pick up a difference but if you can't hear it then don't worry about it. If you have OCD about hifi (as many of us do!) then maybe you can't live with it as it's a distraction but if not just carry on enjoying them!
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I'm Patrick.
You could phone B&W and see if they can supply replacement parts.
Thanks Lawrence - they've always been away from heat and I am obsessive about avoiding direct sunlight but I guess it is age.
The OCD does get me sometimes but I generally keep the grilles in place to avoid that
Because of their age I hadn't considered that but I guess dropping an email enquiry to B&W is worth a punt - Thanks Patrick
Best Wishes
Christopher D
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Main System: Vinyl - Technics SL1200 Mk1, Technics Mk2 Headshell , Audio Technica AT_VM95C, Cambridge Audio Azur 551P Phono Stage: CD - Marantz CD 6005: Amp - Cambridge Audio Azur 351A: Speakers - B&W DM600
Second System (WIP) : CD - NAD C 521i : Cassette - Technics RS-BX404: Amp - Technics SU-V470 PXS : Speakers - Wharfdale Laser 60
Streaming: Audio Interface - Focusrite Scarlett 8i6: Active Monitors - Adam Audio T5V
Have you seen these on Ebay Christopher? They have the same issues with the bass units, and there is another pair for sale too , similar. Must be a thing.
I just dropped in, to see what condition my condition was in
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Hello Steve,
I hadn't seen them and didn't really look at ebay for the version I had, only for newer versions as potential replacements.
As you say - seems like every pair has the same issue so would appear to be a typical and common age related issue.
Mine still bring a smile to my face when I hear them so I'll continue to enjoy them for a while yet with a view to replacing without urgency.
Many Thanks for the reply
Best Wishes
Christopher D
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Main System: Vinyl - Technics SL1200 Mk1, Technics Mk2 Headshell , Audio Technica AT_VM95C, Cambridge Audio Azur 551P Phono Stage: CD - Marantz CD 6005: Amp - Cambridge Audio Azur 351A: Speakers - B&W DM600
Second System (WIP) : CD - NAD C 521i : Cassette - Technics RS-BX404: Amp - Technics SU-V470 PXS : Speakers - Wharfdale Laser 60
Streaming: Audio Interface - Focusrite Scarlett 8i6: Active Monitors - Adam Audio T5V