Yesterday I listened to ATC SCM20, Dynaudio Confidence 20 and Spendor Classic 1/2. All with the Naim Nova. Streaming Tidal and Quobuz with Roon. My preference was toward the ATC. It seemed closest to a live experience. I felt there was a lot of detail. I'm going to set up a second Kii3 demo. I'm also working on setting up a demo for Audio Note AN-K and Cobra integrated Amp. I'm trying to be thorough in the decision making process. I'm also trying to hear the Gold Note IS-1000 Deluxe but it's difficult finding a dealer and getting a demo.
New Set Up
Starting fresh in a small fire place room 3.35m x 3.35m. Speakers require near wall corner placement. Plan to use Roon, Tidal, Quobuz. Have demoed a range of equipment. Considering: Kii3 and Trinnov Amethyst, Naim Uniti Nova and Wilson Tune Tots, Naim Uniti Nova with Jern 14EH (I prefer not to have a sub-woofer), Audio Note Cobra with AN-K/SPe (have not been able to demo, however have read speaker placement and product quality, Leben CS600X, Chord Hugo 2, Chord Hugo M Scaler, Trenner & Friedl Sun or Osiris and Naim. Secondarily, I'd like multi-room audio capability for kitchen etc. Upon initial listening I've been impressed with performance of the Leben with T&F. It sounded open, a substantial soundstage and smooth/rich sound. I've had an LFD LE VI amp with Harbeth p3esr speakers. I realize this is quite general, however I'd appreciate any guidance or sharing of experience with any of these systems. Thank you
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