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I'm talking about bookshelf and smaller speakers that are at most 3-4 feet away from your listening position. 60-70dB is typical, maybe +10-20 if you want to go crazy. If I understand the general math correctly, we're talking about just a few watts of power. So, is there any realistic difference...

Has anyone attempted to power the low sensitivity (83DB, 6ohm and 40-100 power rating) Dali Spector 1 using the Aiyima A07 Pro, T9 Pro, or Fosi V3 or ZA3? How do they deliver in terms of tonal richness and clarity across the midrange and bass frequencies? I'm considering them for desktop use...

Hey all, I'm in the market for a setup for my desktop, which would primarily be for listening to music while working (everything from Fred Again to Nils Frahm to Fleetwood Mac), as well as random YouTube videos and such. Currently, I've got a pair of iLoud MTM's running through an Adam Sub 8...

Hello, This is my first post here and I am a newbie in audio science, so I would like to apologize in advance if I use any incorrect expressions or phrasing. My very old audio system recently broke down, but the 4-Ohm passive speakers are still functioning well, and I'd like to keep them for...

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Hi there! I would love to get a decent 2.1 stereo setup for my PC. I am not gonna buy a Logitech or Bose 2.1 System but would rather have something that delivers better sound. I only have 1 source, being my PC. So a really good USB connection would be appreciated. Do i only need an AMP? Or do...

Hello, first of all, this is my first post on this forum so I apologize for any mistakes. If I am not asking my question in the correct sub-forum please tell me. I recently bought a pair of Elac DBR62 speakers since they fit in my budget range and were recommended on this website. Now I need...

First off, thanks to everyone here for the info on this forum, both the opinions and especially the detailed reviews / measurements. It's been incredibly helpful as I've been researching my options. I'm looking to get a pair of good speakers for listening to music at my desk, and I'm trying to...

Hey, I'm currently using a vintage NAD 3020B as a headphone and speaker amplifier paired with a topping d10s, I have many pairs of headphones, my main pair being the hd 6xx. I feel like I could be sacrificing some sound quality using this unit as an amplifier for my headphones and was thinking...

I've just this month graduated from listening to music from my gaming headsets (Astro A10s) and got some new audio hardware to use with my PC. After looking around a bit, I ended up buying a Superlux HD681 and a SMSL SAP6 amp, and I'm using Equalizer APO with some config I found online for the...

In our post-COVID world of working from home and oft-repeated virtual meetings (another term for Zoom fatigue), I thought I would reach out and invite others to share their thoughts on the ideal desktop setup for working and listening to music. Beside the benefit of crystal-clear sound for...

Hi all, so I'm kinda new to audiophile (2 years ago I was still using Astros A40 so don't judge me) and since the beginning of the last year I bought 2 KPH30i (one clear, that is modded with Grado pads, and another normal) and a Beyerdynamic Tygr. I have some headphones on my list, such as...

Hi there, Just got myself a pair of IKEA OBEGRÄNSAD: Useful for raising your desktop speakers a bit. I was going to DIY these things, but for € 10,- a pop, there is really no contest. It says limited time available, so be quick.

Hi All! First post. I am trying to get the best out of a set of Micca RB42's I have on my desk. They are exactly the right fit for the limited space I have. I have been dealing with using a simple portable BT speaker for my work desk for a while and decided it was time to finally invest in...

I've seen a lot of threads about near-field listening, but I struggle to find a concrete info about what exactly makes a speaker good for near-field listening in terms of measurements. Is it mostly linear on-axis response combined with early reflections and good directivity, or is there...

Which is the best performer, best features and best buck for the value? I don't have a lot of money. I like the look of LEAK STEREO 130 but the PS Audio Sprout 100 seems to do the most. Sprout100 - PS Audio Cyrus ONE HD - High Resolution integrated amplifier STEREO 130 I don't know much about...

Hello I am new to all this and have never been here before. I hope this is ok to ask. I would like this setup and wondering if someone can say if this setup is ok or is there a cheaper or better setup for the money. Its a AUDIO-GD A1 Balanced Power amplifier ACSS XLR 2x200W 4 Ohms and this...

Hello! I have Focal Shape Twins with Burson Composer Dac\Preamp for my desktop setup for music, gaming and movies. So wanted to ask, what would be the logical upgrade for active near field speakers\monitors for the same application. Focal Trio6 BE? Focal Trio11 BE? Or they are better for studio...

Does anyone have experience with any two (or more) of these to compare? Or has tried one and found it unsuitable? I am looking for general use speakers for my desk, which is where I spend most of my waking hours. This includes low level (60-65db) background music as well as 85db peaks when...

I know I am not the only one with this challenge, and I suspect fleshing this out here will help others in the future. I spend a ton of time at my desk and want high-quality sound. My desktop setup, however, is not conducive to good speaker placement. I know turning almost any speaker on its...