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February 5, 2020, 10:09 AM #1
Recommended medium to large bookshelf/stand mounted speakers?
Just curious what you guys like.
I’ve been looking at speakers like the Wharfedale Linton. Retail with stands is only $1500 and performance is reported to be outstanding. Harbeth killer?
Obviously Harbeth is always on my list but interested in other alternatives.
I absolutely loved the size and form factor of the TAD CR-1 but NOT the tweeter (sorry).
I’d like something on the more forgiving side and not so “truthful” that’s also tube friendly.
I’m curious about what you like and recommend.
This will eventually be a second system.Fleetwood Deville by Oswald Mills Audio, Vienna Acoustics Haydn Jubilee, Wharfedale Linton w/ stands, Klipsch RB-75, Klipsch RP-160M.
Job INTegrated. Luxman L-595aSE
NAD C 658 streamer.
First Watt SIT-3, Job 250 Monos, NuForce STA200, AkitikA GT-102 amp, ASL Wave monos, Dennis Had 45 monos. Absolute Audio Labs PCF 25 amp (improved First Watt F7 super clone)
Topping D90, RME Audio ADI-2 DAC FS, ModWright Ultimate Sony XA-5400ES.
Burmester 948, McIntosh MCLK12, Kimber Kable, Siltech, Cardas, Avanti Audio cables.
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February 5, 2020, 03:00 PM #2
Re: Recommended medium to large bookshelf/stand mounted speakers?
Since no one has responded, I’ll take a shot. Take a look at MBL 120’s. Not tube friendly, but damn good. Super smooth too.
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February 5, 2020, 03:01 PM #3
Re: Recommended medium to large bookshelf/stand mounted speakers?
Great pick. Reviews has been spectacular.
Fleetwood Deville by Oswald Mills Audio, Vienna Acoustics Haydn Jubilee, Wharfedale Linton w/ stands, Klipsch RB-75, Klipsch RP-160M.
Job INTegrated. Luxman L-595aSE
NAD C 658 streamer.
First Watt SIT-3, Job 250 Monos, NuForce STA200, AkitikA GT-102 amp, ASL Wave monos, Dennis Had 45 monos. Absolute Audio Labs PCF 25 amp (improved First Watt F7 super clone)
Topping D90, RME Audio ADI-2 DAC FS, ModWright Ultimate Sony XA-5400ES.
Burmester 948, McIntosh MCLK12, Kimber Kable, Siltech, Cardas, Avanti Audio cables.
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February 5, 2020, 03:14 PM #4
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viking acoustics has just come out with the mk-iii version of its berlin r standmounts ...can't say enough good things about my mk-ii's ...and, they are great with valves!
also, there is a "demo boutique" in the boston area where one can audition.viking acoustics berlin r mk2 | almarro a318b + air tight atc-5 (phono) | clearaudio concept + virtuoso v2 MM | t+a dac8 dsd + diy transport + roon rock
alp-tone audio analog cables | core audio designs plyKraft 3L | hifi racks ltd podium t5-iii
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February 5, 2020, 04:28 PM #5
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Re: Recommended medium to large bookshelf/stand mounted speakers?
I'm not familiar with model numbers but from what you describe maybe take a listen to Spendor or Salk, although I'd have to check specs on Salk to see if tube friendly.
I really like Sonist for a tube friendly speaker.
There's probably others but these should give you some optionsAurender ACS10 w/Audioquest Diamond USB, Esoteric N05xd
Mark Levinson #526, 534 & JBL 4367's
Clearaudio Performance DC w/Maestro cart
Clarus Concerto & their Crimson cables
HT: Marantz AV8003, Linn 5125, JBL SAM3ha, Revel s30,
SVS PC13 Ultra
Transparent, Analysis Plus & Tributaries. PS Audio filtering
Sony XBR-75X940D & BDP
Parasound P6, MBL 8006b, Artisan speakers/subwoofer
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February 5, 2020, 04:37 PM #6
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Re: Recommended medium to large bookshelf/stand mounted speakers?
I saw Sonist last time I was at Axpona and spoke to the owner, however, I can't find a website. Not sure what to think about that.
Aurender ACS10 w/Audioquest Diamond USB, Esoteric N05xd
Mark Levinson #526, 534 & JBL 4367's
Clearaudio Performance DC w/Maestro cart
Clarus Concerto & their Crimson cables
HT: Marantz AV8003, Linn 5125, JBL SAM3ha, Revel s30,
SVS PC13 Ultra
Transparent, Analysis Plus & Tributaries. PS Audio filtering
Sony XBR-75X940D & BDP
Parasound P6, MBL 8006b, Artisan speakers/subwoofer
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February 5, 2020, 05:16 PM #7
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Re: Recommended medium to large bookshelf/stand mounted speakers?
Joe, if i remember correctly you had Raidho D1.1's at one point right? That could be an interesting avenue to pursue as they have updated it to a td model with the new tantalum-diamond drivers. also the new designer is the former lead designer from kef so - i don't know for sure - but he may have tweaked that crossover to keep the bass more natural at higher volumes.
I can't say for sure but you may be able to get them at more realistic prices these days, but ofcourse you run the risk of a slow sale should you choose to part with them. That said, I don't think i've seen any td 1.2's pop up on the usual sites.
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February 5, 2020, 05:18 PM #8
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Re: Recommended medium to large bookshelf/stand mounted speakers?
sorry for the double post, but not knowing what the potenial budget might be, i was really really impressed by the zellaton legacy. what a wonderful sound.
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February 5, 2020, 05:27 PM #9
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Hi
No budget yet. If I find something that I have to have, I’ll figure out a way to get them
Jock let me borrow his Raidho D1 a couple of years ago. Raidho and vinyl (which I’ve avoided setting up) is glorious. Otherwise I’m not a fan of the treble on a non vinyl setup. They throw an impressive sound stage with a tremendous 3D presentation.
Fleetwood Deville by Oswald Mills Audio, Vienna Acoustics Haydn Jubilee, Wharfedale Linton w/ stands, Klipsch RB-75, Klipsch RP-160M.
Job INTegrated. Luxman L-595aSE
NAD C 658 streamer.
First Watt SIT-3, Job 250 Monos, NuForce STA200, AkitikA GT-102 amp, ASL Wave monos, Dennis Had 45 monos. Absolute Audio Labs PCF 25 amp (improved First Watt F7 super clone)
Topping D90, RME Audio ADI-2 DAC FS, ModWright Ultimate Sony XA-5400ES.
Burmester 948, McIntosh MCLK12, Kimber Kable, Siltech, Cardas, Avanti Audio cables.
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February 5, 2020, 05:50 PM #10
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February 5, 2020, 07:07 PM #11
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Just picked up a pair of Vapor Audio Cirrus Black speakers.
Still working on dialing them in but pretty impressed so far.
Audio-Technology woofer with a RAAL tweeter in a Plywood CNC cut and stacked inert cabinet.
Fairly easy load for a moderate power tube amp.
FWIWMy System
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Pr SVS SB3000 Subs
Cables & Tubes "subject to change without notification".
Complete system on battery power/solar
Core Audio Design Rack
DIY bass traps and custom curved diffusors.
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February 5, 2020, 11:43 PM #12
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Re: Recommended medium to large bookshelf/stand mounted speakers?
Fritz Carrera Be or Rev 7SE depending on which tweeter direction you want to go in.
Reynaud Bliss Jubilee
Wharfedale Evo 4.2
All should work with tube amps in the 30-40 watt range. I know the Fritz does and the Bliss's predecessor did with the Music Reference RM-10. Though the Linton 85th has gotten rave reviews and should start turning up used.Main - JVC QL-Y7/Denon DL-301 Mk II, Gold Note PH-10, Jays CDT3 Mk3 , Auralic Aries G2.2, Holo May KTE, Supratek Cabernet, Kinki Studio EX-B7 monoblocks, Verity Audio Otello, (2) Rythmik F12SE, Audio Envy IC, SC & PC's, Triode Wire Lab PC's, Inakustik USB and I2S, (2) Puritan Audio Labs PSM-156 with Groundmaster City, Timbernation rack
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February 5, 2020, 11:59 PM #13
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The Music Culture (MC) are a very nice reasonably price bookshelf/stand speaker. From the founder of MBL! Hard to get in the US though.
McIntosh C49, MC152, MR85, R778 | T+A DAC 8 DSD | KEF LS50 Meta w/S2, KC62 (x2) | Rega RP8, Ania Pro, NEO PSU | Technics SL-1500C | Audio Technica VM750ML | Hexmat Eclipse, Yellow Bird, Molekula, Molekula Mini | Pro-Ject VC-E | Falcon NW PC Server (Roon Core & HQPlayer) | Microsoft Surface Pro 6 (Roon Controller) | Wyred 4 Sound ISO Recovery, DC Recovery | Abyss Diana Phi | Schiit Jotunheim 2 | Astell&Kern SE200 | Oppo BDP105
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February 6, 2020, 06:10 AM #14
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The Confidence 30, 50, and 60 from Dynaudio are wonderful speakers that deserve consideration.
Gary
Main: Lumin A1, Accuphase E-650, Tannoy Canterbury GR, Shunyata, Audience
Secondary: Lumin M1, Linton Heritage, Shunyata, Audience
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February 6, 2020, 08:08 AM #15
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Re: Recommended medium to large bookshelf/stand mounted speakers?
Wonderful tube friendly
Stenheim Alumine TwoPre amp: Ocatve Phono Module Power amps: Octave MRE130 Turntable: SAC Girati Grande. Tonearm: Dynavector 507mkII Cartridge: Dynavector Ikeda 9TT Streamer: Aurender A10 Power Distributor: Anzus Mains D8 Speakers: Raidho X-3 Speaker Cables: AudioQuest Rocket 88 XLR Interlink: Ansuz A2, [B]XLR Interlink: [B]Phono interlink: Cammino Serie 1.0 - PH 1.0s Power cables: Anzus Mains Ceramic, two Pom, Aluminium, X series Audio Rack: Rack of Silence 4 and 2.
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February 6, 2020, 08:25 AM #16
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My Systems: http://www.audioshark.org/showthread...481#post158481
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February 6, 2020, 08:47 AM #17
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viking acoustics berlin r mk2 | almarro a318b + air tight atc-5 (phono) | clearaudio concept + virtuoso v2 MM | t+a dac8 dsd + diy transport + roon rock
alp-tone audio analog cables | core audio designs plyKraft 3L | hifi racks ltd podium t5-iii
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February 6, 2020, 12:13 PM #18
Recommended medium to large bookshelf/stand mounted speakers?
It’s about time Joe tries some Magico. So, A1?
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February 6, 2020, 01:30 PM #19
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Fleetwood Deville by Oswald Mills Audio, Vienna Acoustics Haydn Jubilee, Wharfedale Linton w/ stands, Klipsch RB-75, Klipsch RP-160M.
Job INTegrated. Luxman L-595aSE
NAD C 658 streamer.
First Watt SIT-3, Job 250 Monos, NuForce STA200, AkitikA GT-102 amp, ASL Wave monos, Dennis Had 45 monos. Absolute Audio Labs PCF 25 amp (improved First Watt F7 super clone)
Topping D90, RME Audio ADI-2 DAC FS, ModWright Ultimate Sony XA-5400ES.
Burmester 948, McIntosh MCLK12, Kimber Kable, Siltech, Cardas, Avanti Audio cables.
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February 6, 2020, 02:26 PM #20
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Accuphase A-75, C-3850, DP-750, T-1200, C-37, P-530 / Magico S7, Mcoat Red w/Mpod / LessLoss C-MARC Entropic cables (Spk. IC's PC's) / Clearaudio Innovation Wood, 9" Universal arm ,VTA adj. Outer Limit platter ring, Statement clamp / SteinMusic PI Carbon Signature Mat /My Sonic Lab Ultra Eminent EX MC cart./ Clearaudio 24v Battery PSU / Magnum Dynalab Signal Sleuth / B]Onyx Plus[/B] Sirius XM Sat Radio / Synergistic Research Galileo PowerCell SX ,Active Ground Block SE ,Black Box ,Acoustic ART, Atmosphere Infinity ,UEF panels /Stillpoints Apeture II panels /Furutech GTX-D NCF duplex outlets, NFC Booster-Braces/ 20a dedicated lines / SteinMusic H2 Harmonizers / Adona Eris II 5C racks / Symposium Acoustics Svelt Shelves /HRS Damping plates / KLAudio Ultrasonic RCM / Clearaudio Smart Matrix Pro. RCM /Kemp Electroniks SR plugs,/ Akiko Audio Corelli PLC,Tuning Sticks/ LessLoss Firewall 640X, Blackbody v.2, BlackGround Power Base 10X, Blackground Speaker Base 8X, Firewall for speakers
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February 6, 2020, 04:24 PM #21
Recommended medium to large bookshelf/stand mounted speakers?
Hi Joe,
I have not heard these myself but they caught my eye recently:
Tannoy Eaton
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=0hrBhHV7s4EAvanti Audio
arc sp-11 or ls27 | arc d130 | vpi classic 2 w/periphery ring w/Si3N4 bearing & sapphire thrust plate & 2x jmw 10.5i | phoenix engineering eagle & road runner | ortofon cadenza bronze, miyajima zero mono | sentec eq11 w/ Sylvania 5751 TMBP & CBS 7318 | auditorium a23 | canton ref 9 dc | 2x m&k v125 | oppo bdp-95 | chord qutest | lumin d1 & sbooster | avanti audio vivace cables
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February 6, 2020, 06:33 PM #22
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Kef Reference 1?
Sent from my iPhone using TapatalkPreamp/Digital: Meitner MA3
HT Processor: Bryston SP3
Amps: Bryston 14b3, Bryston 4b3
Speakers: Kef Reference 5, Kef Reference 4c
Sub: REL Carbon Special
Power: Shunyata Denali, Bryston BIT15
Wires: Wireworld Silver Eclipse XLR & SC, Ethernet - WW Platinum USB
Other: Stillpoint Ultra SS, ISO-Acoustics ISO Pucks
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February 6, 2020, 06:56 PM #23
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Thank you so much for all the recommendations so far. A really nice and diverse selection.
Since the Wharfedale Linton are so cheap, I ordered a pair. These seem like Harbeth killers for a lot less. Owners reviews have been stellar.
I’m still thinking about the Maggie LRS. Not sure if I have enough juice for them but definitely am excited to hear them.
I’m still thinking about what else strikes my fancy. KEF and Tannoy/Fyne are still on the list.
If Magico had a killer stand mounted, I’d seriously consider it. I have my Duo as my main speakers and don’t want to “replace” them. Since I love variety, I’m looking to play around some. Sort of cheating a little on my Avantgardes, if that makes sense.
Last edited by joeinid; February 6, 2020 at 08:26 PM.
Fleetwood Deville by Oswald Mills Audio, Vienna Acoustics Haydn Jubilee, Wharfedale Linton w/ stands, Klipsch RB-75, Klipsch RP-160M.
Job INTegrated. Luxman L-595aSE
NAD C 658 streamer.
First Watt SIT-3, Job 250 Monos, NuForce STA200, AkitikA GT-102 amp, ASL Wave monos, Dennis Had 45 monos. Absolute Audio Labs PCF 25 amp (improved First Watt F7 super clone)
Topping D90, RME Audio ADI-2 DAC FS, ModWright Ultimate Sony XA-5400ES.
Burmester 948, McIntosh MCLK12, Kimber Kable, Siltech, Cardas, Avanti Audio cables.
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February 6, 2020, 06:58 PM #24
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Fleetwood Deville by Oswald Mills Audio, Vienna Acoustics Haydn Jubilee, Wharfedale Linton w/ stands, Klipsch RB-75, Klipsch RP-160M.
Job INTegrated. Luxman L-595aSE
NAD C 658 streamer.
First Watt SIT-3, Job 250 Monos, NuForce STA200, AkitikA GT-102 amp, ASL Wave monos, Dennis Had 45 monos. Absolute Audio Labs PCF 25 amp (improved First Watt F7 super clone)
Topping D90, RME Audio ADI-2 DAC FS, ModWright Ultimate Sony XA-5400ES.
Burmester 948, McIntosh MCLK12, Kimber Kable, Siltech, Cardas, Avanti Audio cables.
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February 7, 2020, 11:59 AM #25
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Fyne f701 maybe
https://www.fyneaudio.com/product/f701/Rance
Synology DS411+II | GigaFOILv4 + Keces P3 Power Supply | Shunyata Alpha Ethernet | Lumin S1 | VAC Master Line Stage | VAC Signature 200 iQ amps | Kharma Elegance dB11-S | SVS PC-4000 subs x 2 | Shunyata 6000/T v2 | Kharma Elegance signal cables| Luminous Audio Technology power cables | Isoacoustics OREA vibration isolators | Solid Tech racks | Vicoustic room treatments | Acoustic Sciences Corporation IsoWall + IsoCeiling construction
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February 7, 2020, 12:17 PM #26
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McIntosh C49, MC152, MR85, R778 | T+A DAC 8 DSD | KEF LS50 Meta w/S2, KC62 (x2) | Rega RP8, Ania Pro, NEO PSU | Technics SL-1500C | Audio Technica VM750ML | Hexmat Eclipse, Yellow Bird, Molekula, Molekula Mini | Pro-Ject VC-E | Falcon NW PC Server (Roon Core & HQPlayer) | Microsoft Surface Pro 6 (Roon Controller) | Wyred 4 Sound ISO Recovery, DC Recovery | Abyss Diana Phi | Schiit Jotunheim 2 | Astell&Kern SE200 | Oppo BDP105
“One of the great challenges in life is knowing enough to think you're right but not enough to know you're wrong”
"You can't use reason to convince anyone out of an argument that they didn't use reason to get into"
― Neil deGrasse Tyson
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February 7, 2020, 01:57 PM #27
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Thanks Randy. The midrange is supposed to be stellar, treble good and surprisingly good. I’m excited.
Fleetwood Deville by Oswald Mills Audio, Vienna Acoustics Haydn Jubilee, Wharfedale Linton w/ stands, Klipsch RB-75, Klipsch RP-160M.
Job INTegrated. Luxman L-595aSE
NAD C 658 streamer.
First Watt SIT-3, Job 250 Monos, NuForce STA200, AkitikA GT-102 amp, ASL Wave monos, Dennis Had 45 monos. Absolute Audio Labs PCF 25 amp (improved First Watt F7 super clone)
Topping D90, RME Audio ADI-2 DAC FS, ModWright Ultimate Sony XA-5400ES.
Burmester 948, McIntosh MCLK12, Kimber Kable, Siltech, Cardas, Avanti Audio cables.
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February 7, 2020, 02:20 PM #28
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Would love to hear these:
https://soundkaos.audio/vox-3-mini-monitor-big-heart
Not a lot of reviews yet, but the mentions so far are really good. Pics are from the manufacturer's site.
Antipodes EX…Schiit Yggdrasil...Coda 07x…Peachtree GaN400...Vivid V1.5
Intona Premium USB…Cerious Graphene Extreme XLR...Double Helix Cables Chaperone XLR...Acoustic Revive SPC-PA
Torus RM15...Shunyata Alpha HC…Mad Scientist First...HF Reveal...XLO Ref 3
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February 7, 2020, 02:51 PM #29
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The bigger sound kaos speakers that I heard were absolutely wonderful. Only needed a few watts but filled the room with beautiful music. I bet those are great too.
Fleetwood Deville by Oswald Mills Audio, Vienna Acoustics Haydn Jubilee, Wharfedale Linton w/ stands, Klipsch RB-75, Klipsch RP-160M.
Job INTegrated. Luxman L-595aSE
NAD C 658 streamer.
First Watt SIT-3, Job 250 Monos, NuForce STA200, AkitikA GT-102 amp, ASL Wave monos, Dennis Had 45 monos. Absolute Audio Labs PCF 25 amp (improved First Watt F7 super clone)
Topping D90, RME Audio ADI-2 DAC FS, ModWright Ultimate Sony XA-5400ES.
Burmester 948, McIntosh MCLK12, Kimber Kable, Siltech, Cardas, Avanti Audio cables.
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February 7, 2020, 06:28 PM #30
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McIntosh C49, MC152, MR85, R778 | T+A DAC 8 DSD | KEF LS50 Meta w/S2, KC62 (x2) | Rega RP8, Ania Pro, NEO PSU | Technics SL-1500C | Audio Technica VM750ML | Hexmat Eclipse, Yellow Bird, Molekula, Molekula Mini | Pro-Ject VC-E | Falcon NW PC Server (Roon Core & HQPlayer) | Microsoft Surface Pro 6 (Roon Controller) | Wyred 4 Sound ISO Recovery, DC Recovery | Abyss Diana Phi | Schiit Jotunheim 2 | Astell&Kern SE200 | Oppo BDP105
“One of the great challenges in life is knowing enough to think you're right but not enough to know you're wrong”
"You can't use reason to convince anyone out of an argument that they didn't use reason to get into"
― Neil deGrasse Tyson
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February 8, 2020, 12:52 PM #31
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Focals love tubes. I have a pair of 806V with Focal stands and when I turn on the Jolida, the soundstage opens up and the music draws you in. The 3D holographic texture is something to behold and to be amazed. I have never experienced anything like this before.
Understeer is when you hit the wall with your front end. Oversteer is when you hit the wall with your rear end. Horsepower is how hard you hit the wall. Torque is how far you move the wall.
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February 8, 2020, 06:23 PM #32
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I’ve never really given Focal a chance. I know some models can be a little forward in the treble but careful amp matching yields beautiful results. Focal with Naim and McIntosh have been popular combinations. I’d love to hear them with tube amps.
Fleetwood Deville by Oswald Mills Audio, Vienna Acoustics Haydn Jubilee, Wharfedale Linton w/ stands, Klipsch RB-75, Klipsch RP-160M.
Job INTegrated. Luxman L-595aSE
NAD C 658 streamer.
First Watt SIT-3, Job 250 Monos, NuForce STA200, AkitikA GT-102 amp, ASL Wave monos, Dennis Had 45 monos. Absolute Audio Labs PCF 25 amp (improved First Watt F7 super clone)
Topping D90, RME Audio ADI-2 DAC FS, ModWright Ultimate Sony XA-5400ES.
Burmester 948, McIntosh MCLK12, Kimber Kable, Siltech, Cardas, Avanti Audio cables.
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February 9, 2020, 11:30 AM #33
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Maybe not large enough, but if I was looking at bookshelves, I'd give serious consideration to Joseph Audio Pulsar2 Graphene. I've always loved the Joseph sound and his speakers are easy on the eyes too.
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February 9, 2020, 02:41 PM #34
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DPT4ME - Dynamics, Presence & Tone for Musical Engagement; MBP (3) - stripped down for music only; Shunyata Omega & Sigma USBs; ISO REGEN w/short Curious USB links; Berkeley Alpha USB; Aqua La Scala II Optologic DAC; Schiit Yggdrasil - fully updated; Ayre Codex dac - updated; Pass Labs INT-60 integrated amp; Wyred 4 Sound STP-SE-2 preamp, Quicksilver Mono 120 amps w/Tung-Sol KT150s; Quicksilver Mid Mono amps w/Gold Lion KT77s; Fyne Audio 703s; Symposium Svelte Plus & Ultra Platforms; REL S-812 subwoofers; Duelund DCA12GA speaker cables; AV Room Service EVPs, Stein Music Harmonizers, Duelund DCA16GA & 20GA ICs; Shunyata Denali 6000S/V2; Tripp Lite PCs; Wyred 4 Sound power cords; AudioDharma cable cooker; dedicated custom room; various GIK & ASC room treatments; etc.
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February 9, 2020, 02:50 PM #35
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February 10, 2020, 01:10 PM #36
Re: Recommended medium to large bookshelf/stand mounted speakers?
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February 10, 2020, 07:07 PM #37
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really love my little tunetots.
not worth as a bookshelf or stand mounted, as it sounds meaningless that way.
used as desktop speaker with the isobase they are outstanding. nearfield gets you closer to the music
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February 10, 2020, 09:08 PM #38
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Re: Recommended medium to large bookshelf/stand mounted speakers?
“I’d like something on the more forgiving side and not so “truthful” that’s also tube friendly.”
Audio Note speakers fit this description. I have AN/E’s with silver voice coils and Alnico magnets. They fill the room with beautiful sound using my 2A3 and 300B amps. Exceptionally musical. I absolutely love mine, and that’s coming from a Magico M3 guy!Analog source: AMG Viella 12; Ortofon Anna cartridge, van den Hul Crimson Stradivarius XGW
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April 18, 2020, 12:41 PM #39
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what about the the yamaha ns5000 that is supposedly very coherent with all 3 drivers made out of a stiff zylon fiber material. Never heard it. But it may have potential. Definitely going to be a "softer" or gentler sound than metallic tweeters.
Also what about the a pair of sonus faber guarneri homage? the most beautiful midrange for a stand mount? guarneri evolution may work too, if you want a bigger sound.sonus faber guarneri evolution and raidho c1.2, berkeley alpha dac 2, micro Zotl m2z preamplifier, classe cam 400 mono amps, audio note lexus speaker cables, audioquest water interconnects
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April 18, 2020, 01:27 PM #40
Re: Recommended medium to large bookshelf/stand mounted speakers?
I’ve always loved the Sonus Faber speakers. I might have to revisit them. Also those Yamaha look cool but like a bit of vaporware. Not finding out much about them.
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April 18, 2020, 07:37 PM #41
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Youll love Wilson Benesch
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April 18, 2020, 07:46 PM #42
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Interesting new entry in the market that I would love to hear but unfortunately Bob Neill is probably the only person that has a pair in stock.
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April 18, 2020, 07:54 PM #43
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No matter how well designed, a 2way bookshelf speaker will always have limitations... you want a 3way.
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April 19, 2020, 03:26 AM #44
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Raidho TD1.2, Wilson Benesch Endeavour, Triangle Magellan Duetto 2, Borresen 01, Dynaudio Confidence 20...
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April 19, 2020, 10:16 AM #45
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Im always fascinated by people who recommend speakers which they have never owned.
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April 19, 2020, 02:25 PM #46
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Joseph Audio Pulsar 2
DPT4ME - Dynamics, Presence & Tone for Musical Engagement; MBP (3) - stripped down for music only; Shunyata Omega & Sigma USBs; ISO REGEN w/short Curious USB links; Berkeley Alpha USB; Aqua La Scala II Optologic DAC; Schiit Yggdrasil - fully updated; Ayre Codex dac - updated; Pass Labs INT-60 integrated amp; Wyred 4 Sound STP-SE-2 preamp, Quicksilver Mono 120 amps w/Tung-Sol KT150s; Quicksilver Mid Mono amps w/Gold Lion KT77s; Fyne Audio 703s; Symposium Svelte Plus & Ultra Platforms; REL S-812 subwoofers; Duelund DCA12GA speaker cables; AV Room Service EVPs, Stein Music Harmonizers, Duelund DCA16GA & 20GA ICs; Shunyata Denali 6000S/V2; Tripp Lite PCs; Wyred 4 Sound power cords; AudioDharma cable cooker; dedicated custom room; various GIK & ASC room treatments; etc.
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April 19, 2020, 04:40 PM #47
Re: Recommended medium to large bookshelf/stand mounted speakers?
The Dynaudio Confidence 20 got a positive review at highfidelity.pl
http://highfidelity.pl/@main-929&lang=en
A pre loved Dynaudio Confidence C1 might be worth taking a look at.
Easy load for tube amps and superb in smaller rooms.
Looks like they are available used for about $3K
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April 19, 2020, 05:44 PM #48
Re: Recommended medium to large bookshelf/stand mounted speakers?
Dynaudio C1 are awesome but need to be played louder than I’d like late at night. I had a pair of the platinum and oh man they were good. Turn up the volume a little with a great amp and they’re spectacular. Totally disappeared and awesome tone.
Fleetwood Deville by Oswald Mills Audio, Vienna Acoustics Haydn Jubilee, Wharfedale Linton w/ stands, Klipsch RB-75, Klipsch RP-160M.
Job INTegrated. Luxman L-595aSE
NAD C 658 streamer.
First Watt SIT-3, Job 250 Monos, NuForce STA200, AkitikA GT-102 amp, ASL Wave monos, Dennis Had 45 monos. Absolute Audio Labs PCF 25 amp (improved First Watt F7 super clone)
Topping D90, RME Audio ADI-2 DAC FS, ModWright Ultimate Sony XA-5400ES.
Burmester 948, McIntosh MCLK12, Kimber Kable, Siltech, Cardas, Avanti Audio cables.
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April 19, 2020, 06:00 PM #49
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I love my office speakers - Evolution Acoustics MMMicro on dedicated stands.
Incredible imaging and even good low end!
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April 19, 2020, 06:33 PM #50
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I like these ....
https://www.soundstageultra.com/inde...ipment-reviews
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Fleetwood Deville by Oswald Mills Audio, Vienna Acoustics Haydn Jubilee, Wharfedale Linton w/ stands, Klipsch RB-75, Klipsch RP-160M.
Job INTegrated. Luxman L-595aSE
NAD C 658 streamer.
First Watt SIT-3, Job 250 Monos, NuForce STA200, AkitikA GT-102 amp, ASL Wave monos, Dennis Had 45 monos. Absolute Audio Labs PCF 25 amp (improved First Watt F7 super clone)
Topping D90, RME Audio ADI-2 DAC FS, ModWright Ultimate Sony XA-5400ES.
Burmester 948, McIntosh MCLK12, Kimber Kable, Siltech, Cardas, Avanti Audio cables.
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