There is only one argument that should appeal to you.
It comes from your own ears.
It comes from your own ears.
Gripped By Upgrade Fever
missioncoonery- Comments from actual listeners. Read em and weep: The imaging was so good that I felt like the vocalist was performing right in front of me and that I could reach out and touch them. Again, actual listener comments. https://systems.audiogon.com/systems/8367 |
@spenav +1 on the AudioKinesis Swarm! @paul6001 I have experienced significant improvements all around in multiple rooms (a 10' x 12' minus closets and a 11' x 14' living room at the old place/ 13' x 17' office and 15' x 19' living room in the new place) using the Swarm with my LS50s. Fuller, tighter, clearer and faster bass. The soundstage depth, width and height noticeably increased. Similar outstanding results as well with my Harbeth SHL5+40ths, Magnepan LRS and most noticeably on a pair of 15 ohm Rogers LS3/5As from the late 70s. It really is impressive what a well thought out and implemented subwoofer system can do. Even more so with smaller monitors. If upgrade fever is unavoidable, at least consider a subwoofer system as an initial first step. Also, don't be intimidated by having ''several'' subs in your listening area. I managed four subs (2 facing the ceiling up on a high shelf, 2 on the floor) in a tiny room. Not sure what size listening room you have but ironically multiple subs have a greater percentage improvement in smaller rooms. Best of luck in your upgrade quest! |
I agree with the comments on adding a sub to what you have now. I have been running LS50's for the last 4-5 years and have them paired with a REL 7i sub and it completes the picture for my small listening room. If tuned well, it will blend perfectly. Then focus on the gear driving them as the LS50's will reward you with any improvements you make in the stack. |