2. speakers
  3. 1407609103

Replacement for Monitor Audio RX6

Looking to upgrade my speakers and asking for suggestions. Moved away from 5.1 and looking for 2 channel only. My set up will be

Monitor Audio RX6 in black gloss
OPPO 105,
Rotel RMB 1075

I mostly listen to CD or streaming music and also require speakers to give wide sound stage as use for movies sometimes.

Any recommendations?

How about PSB Synchrony .

Looking to spend no more than $2500 used. Are the speakers the weakest link or does the power amp need changing?

My room is 15 by 15, wood floors and i prefer a warmer sound.

Thanks for advice in advance
morty74
soix
9,456 posts
 
I also think your speakers will reward you for upgrading your amp and preamp. A used Hegel H300 integrated would be close to your price range and would likely provide vast improvements in tonality and overall refinement. Pass Labs may also be worth a look. Best of luck.
zd542
5,339 posts
 
"So do you think buying a decent pre amp is a better option than new speakers? Any suggestions of pre amp that would work well with Rotel and Oppo?"

A decent preamp, no. A good preamp, then yes. Some good options (used): Ayre K5, CJ Premier 18, VTL 2.5, BAT 3.
phasecorrect's avatar
phasecorrect
2,013 posts
 
I would opt for a tube based component...be it preamp, intergrated, etc...this will supply some warmth...and older tube like CJ would be an option as well...I have heard many MA speakers and warmth is not an attribute that comes to mind...at least to me..they are a former Stereophile B speaker I believe...so they can compete with 2k and above speakers

.
morty74 OP
16 posts
 
Thanks guys for the input on advice regarding amps etc. I will look at the various options.
bo1972's avatar
bo1972
2,789 posts
 
I also would spend money on new speakers and amp togheter. Be aware that the new Silver serie is stunning. It is superior to the RX series.

I would suggest listen to the Silver 8 loudspeaker. The extra mid freq unit does the trick. Voices are much more pronounced and palpable. There is a big difference in a 2.5 and a 3 way system of Monitor Audio.

I also think a tube amp is an option.
More to discover