As a chill electronica listener, should I stop at a Med-Fi system?


Hi All,

As an electronica music listener of chill, downtempo, folk, and similar music, is there any point of me seeking an ultra high resolution system...DAC, cables, power conditioning..etc?

If its all about the source material, much of the music i listen to is not an orchestra or live band with lots of microphones, so I'm assuming there's not a ton of imaging and micro-detail going on.

Is there, then, any purpose to seeking equipment that can resolve all of those little details?  Should i just stop at a healthy Mid-Fi System?

 

Example of Chill Music

Meadowlark - Can I have this Dance (Youtube)

Meadowlark - Can I have this Dance (Spotify)

 

Example of Chill Electronica Music

Meadowlark - Can I have this Dance [EMBERZ Remix] (Youtube)

Meadowlark - Can I have this Dance [EMBERZ Remix] (Spotify)

fai_v

Definitely. Found the Progress ep and it sounds great on my $ 90,000 system. Start with a really good sub for electrónica like the velodyne DD12+ and go from there.

@gosta , can you share more details about your system?  Source, Streamer, DAC Preamplifier, Power Amplifier, cables?

Sounds like you've got a great setup.

You don’t have to spend that much to get wa very good system. Like I said a very good sub is essential for electrónica. When you have the sub you can start saving for a used Revel Studio 2.

Talofa @fai_v (yes, I’m making assumptions)

I am into chill and EDM, downtempo trance, and acoustic chill, a highly resolving system will be enjoyable, so long as you’re not breaking the bank.
As others have taught me, the room the system is in matters, a lot!


Mine is a pretty humble system compared to many of the wealthier Agon members and many who’ve been collecting and swapping out equipment much longer than I have.
There’s lots of options out there, some better for less money, some not as good for more money. You’re in a good place to find reviews, differing opinions and tips and tricks to get you ahead of the game, before you walk into a hifi store. Others will no doubt tell you, ultimately you need to go listen for yourself, and I wholeheartedly agree with that notion.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bWVe1GGvs4U

OMG, yes. I listen to that stuff all the time. If your system is good enough it plumbs the depths of bass… the high frequency is natural sounding and images incredibly well. But the biggest thing is musicality… the warmth of the beat draws you in and  the ambience becomes ethereal. I am literally this moment listening to an electronic piece by Xande.

I listen to most music types, I use acoustical music to calibrate my ears and mind to buy natural and musical equipment… which makes the electronics and ambient stuff sound simply incredible. With a truly great system elevator music sound compelling allowing a real emotional connection.