First HIFI system
Answering your question pblayer got me looking and I came across an important point mentioned earlier, the value in buying direct from the manufacturer. Please take a minute to check out the user review here https://tektondesign.com/product/full-range-speakers/flagship/moab/#color The second one from David Das. He's talking about Moabs (which I have and highly recommend) but the math applies equally to the Mini-Lore. Eric uses much higher quality drivers than you would ever find in other speakers of the same price. |
Btw, it is not the power rating that excludes the Marantz from consideration. It is a CD receiver. Whatever that is, it is a lot of stuff crammed into one box. Seems like a value but the sound quality will be atrocious! Yet another filter: integrated amp. No receivers, for damn sure no AVRs. The more stuff they put in there, the less you want it. Only exception, phono stage. Maybe. That's it. Integrated. |
+1 for Miller. FWIW, I have aa lot of misgivings about a piece of equipment that does everything but make my breakfast. may be inexpensive, but it reminds me of one of those all ion one woodworking machines that do a little bit of everything but none of them very good. I can see an integrated with a DAC maybe. We all have a budget. I've had a low budget and understand your plight. But as Miller has said, do your research and buy smart. Consider used IF it is a good brand with good reviews. Its not hard to buy a used piece at half price. patience and research can stretch your budget and get you a better outcome. Good luck to you and continue to ask questions. Lots of good info here @ A'gon |
It should be pointed out that smaller speakers that are also higher efficiency will tend to have more limited bass extension. That’s just physics and the way it works, including Tekton. So a separate sub will likely be needed to get full or near full range bass. You need larger speakers in general to get full extended bass AND high efficiency. So just pointing out that high efficiency speakers are not a panacea and like most things have a down side. One can choose to live with or work with that or not......its all good. Also integrated amp technology has come a long way in recent years. Much more can be accomplished in tight quarters there than in years past. Good modern integrated amps can deliver a lot of power and current and a lot of features with a very very low noise floor, unlike much vintage gear of the past. The Vanatoo products are a good example. https://photos.app.goo.gl/xH2JKLfBkodynuzaA |
