+1 @jaudio1 I also own the Carbon and 7 SEmk2s. Also happen to own the LRS+ speakers. The Fritz do not require anything near the power (current) required by the LRS+. A 20wpc tube amp works well.
Fritz Speakers
Lots of good reviews and comments here about Fritz speakers. I spoke to Fritz a few times about 5-6 years ago when last looking for new speakers, but went in a different direction. I find myself in the market once more, re-considering Fritz, and focused on the Carreras right now but interested in his entire line.
In particular, I'm wondering if anyone can comment on their low-level listening qualities. That's how I spend a lot of my time with my system. Speakers like the Focals do really well at lower volumes, and I'm looking for a similar experience. Interested in any comments about the BE tweeters as well. Thanks.
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@mesch yes the Fritz don't require the power the LRS do...not anywhere close. But ...the treat is, surprisingly I can also use my 3.5 watt 2a3 SET amp with the Fritz with great results. I've been running these Fritz speakers without subs for a few weeks. Honestly I don't miss the subs. I have just enough room gain that everything is nice and full and balanced. Am considering a digital crossover as some point to relieve the Fritz's (and amp) of a little low end duty and pass that on to stereo subs...but haven't embarked on that adventure yet. But...there are plenty of happy listeners with Fritz speakers going without subs. |
@j_andrews I also run the Fritz without subs. Plenty of bass for my bedroom sized room. I must say I also considered the use of an active crossover for use with the LRS+ however rethinking that. The cost of a quality one might be better spent elsewhere. |
i am a big fan of fritz and his speakers... they are terrific in absolute terms and excellent values to boot that said, being smallish standmounts, they are physically limited in terms of bass response, as mostly all are... it is simply physics some, in smallish listening environments may feel satisfied with the lower range of these fine speakers, that is terrific... our listening satisfaction is a function of our prior points of reference and our expectations but to be blunt, to add a good sub (and ideally two) well integrated into the system brings the sonic presentation to another whole level to realism, palpability and impact (i say this with no exaggeration) whether it is worth the cost and the trouble, depends entirely on the specific listener, but there is no doubt the positive return is there and aplenty |
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