I have a lot more fields, including WAF :)
which is hard to find an algorithm for, as men has not yet figured out women
High end speakers at low volume
After having got accustomed to my new Vitus RI-101 mk II, I came to the conclusion that I need to improve my system's performance at low volume to enjoy music more.
Current sources: LinnLP12, Holo Spring 3 KTE, Nucleus.
Speakers: Avalon Idea.
Shunyata Delta NR V2 and Hemingway Indigo PC, Tara Labs Forté, TQ 2 Black diamond IC.
I am looking at replacing the Avalon Idea with speakers that could improve the low volume listening experience. I listen to 60 / 70db, I can afford to go up to 85db for very short time (neighbours).
I am also considering to purchase a Loki Max which I understood being quite a neutral EQ unit.
I have selected a few speakers which should match my musical taste based on what I have read:
- YG Carmel 2
- Wilson Sabrina X
- Vandersteen treo ct
- TAD ME1
I don't have the chance to listen to them except the TAD ME1 which I have enjoyed very much but not in my apartment.
Budget max $15k new or used.
I am looking for speakers sounding musical, with wide soundstage, not cold, detailed yet not analytical.
I mostly listen to classic rock, blues and jazz.
The system sits at the end of the long wall in a living room measuring 33x13ft, listening position 8ft from the speakers.
Unfortunately I have to face a tough WAF putting several limits:
- speakers must have a clean design, not black, not too hifi looking... and not too big
- distance from the wall behind the speakers 25cm
I don't mind changing amplifier if it will be necessary to match the next speakers.
I haven't found a preamp that I could consider a good candidate except a very expensive CSport featuring a loudness button which works very well (tested at Ana Mighty Sound).
I would much appreciate some advice from who knows well the above speakers or who had similar needs.
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@ricco275 , The Anthem STR is an excellent value. It is well made and offers most of the digital flexibility needed to adjust your system exactly the way you want it. When we only had analog equipment, no tone controls was the standard because analog tone control disrupt the image. This is in no way the case for digital EQ which can be used to improve the image. The STR is a full function preamp and ios very clean. It is not a tube preamp but if you want the sound of tubes get a tube phono stage or tube amplifier. The Preamp's job is to select sources, control volume and in the case of a digital preamp provide room control, bass management, DACs and EQ. The STR does this punching above it's price point. The only caveat is you have to have at least basic computer skills if you want to get into the more advanced capabilities of the STR. Most of the set up is simple. |
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