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Speakers for Rock

I'm looking to buy the system of my dreams. I listen to mainly rock music - everything from 50s, classic rock like Led Zepplin to new stuff like Blink 182. I listen to country, jazz, classical here & there.

My question is - what brands of speakers are best for rock music?

I've been looking at B&W CDM9's pretty seriously, as well as Thiel or maybe the 804s used. But I often hear comments regarding the B&Ws that they aren't the best for rock. I'm not sure where to start on this search - there are so many brands and most shops only sell a few so I'm looking for some pointers......

(As for components, I've been thinking of Rotel separates or a B&K 805.)

Thanks for the help!
dagny
ultrakaz
187 posts
 
JBL 250ti or L250, I saw a used pair for about $500. Of course, Klipsch Kornerhorns or Lascalas would be good too, but more money, although you would save a lot on amplification. I read that VMPS plays effortlessly loud like the above speakers, but cannot recommend them as I have never heard any of their new stuff.
brauser
525 posts
 
If you are after rock solid deep base that integrates
with other octaves as well, there may be only one true
choice and that is Dunlavy. I particularly like the
SC-Vs or VIs,
sean
6,231 posts
 
Whknopp0713: I agree that Heresy's ( or any other Klipsch / most horn speakers ) in stock form can be quite aggressive sounding. That is why i said "with some simple mods". You might be amazed at what changing the internal wiring and thoroughly damping the horn bodies can do for the sound.

As to running them with SS amps, you should have noticed that i picked a brand that was known for sounding relatively warm and smooth yet still had enough power to crank with good dynamic headroom to keep clipping to a minimum. Clipping of SS amps sounds REALLY bad when it is mated with a horn. Sean
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seandtaylor99
1,262 posts
 
I once auditioned B&W DM603 and I thought they were fantastic rock speakers, but a little bit unrefined for classical. They would partner well with less expensive electronics such as NAD, Rotel, Creek, and would probably be a lot of fun. I bet the DM604s are pretty fun too.
Also look for Mission 753s if you can find them used.

You need to give your price range .. people here throw around krell, levinson etc. like we all have that sort of money.
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squiddy
29 posts
 
I have B&W CDM 7nt's and let me tell you they CAN rock!! I listen to everything from Jazz to Heavy metal...and never have been disappointed. Powered with Amps from a Mcintosh 162 solid state to a AES DJH super amp! They can and will rock....now if you want to break the windows in your house you may want to add a sub to your system...but thats not my taste.
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