purchase advice

Hello! Long time lurker, first time poster. I think I already know the answer is “no”, but here is a question: for 50% music, 50% home theater use, is there expected discernable difference between getting buckeye monoblocks for the reference 3 metas and using a receiver to cover a center versus...

Hi everyone, I’m quite new to Hi-Fi and could really use some help choosing my first “proper” amplifier. So I’m reaching out to you knowledgeable folks and hoping you can guide me! I recently bought a pair of used System Audio (Pandion 2) speakers, and I’m now looking for a used or new...

Hi everyone, I’ve been using the Adam D3Vs for near-field listening at my desk and have been extremely happy as these are the best speakers I have had with this performance. However, looking at the objective data, I’m interested in filling out the low end and if it is worth it? My current...

Hi, so i read here every once in a while when i am researching my next purchase for audio equipment. for the last decades i always preferred small Monitor Loudspeakers over Headphones (Currently sitting in front of Yamaha HS5) and rather pick "big" Headphones like the AudioTechnica ATH A900X...

I have two PB 17 Ultras and two PB 2000 Pros (not connected, might test them or sell them). I have the Umik 1 and miniDSP 2x4 HD to configure. Assuming I do this well, is there any benefit at all in having my Wharfedale Evo 4.4 tower speakers? I was thinking I could move those speakers to...

Hi everyone, I've been reading here for a while now and finally decided to buy a pair of Elac DBR62 as a Christmas present (my first decent speakers). I'm very much looking forward to them. Now I'm trying to figure out what is the best amp solution for me and I'm a bit overwhelmed by the...

Buying advice wanted — Ascilab C8C + contenders (tiny room, long-term purchase) I’m planning a once-in-a-lifetime speaker buy (inheritance) and want some sanity-checking before I commit. Room / constraints ~3.2 x 3.4m shared family living room Minimal treatment (partner veto), so controlled...

I'm considering purchasing the Genelec 8361A pair, but I'm wondering if there are soon gonna be any new models around, or even, how much room there is for improvement beyond 8361A's performance?

Hello everyone! I’ve been getting so much help from all of you as always, and I’m truly thankful for it. I’m finally ready to move forward with upgrading my gear after a lot of consideration. I’m currently using the Presonus Eris E5 XT with room correction via UMIK-1. My room measures 3660mm x...

Hi Audioscience members! Maybe the title is a bit vague, but I need some help with the following: I am currently in the process of trying to find a new set up (tower)speakers for my living room set up. And I have a listening appointment at a store planned next week to trial some speakers. Now...

Hello all, Been lurking for a couple of years, but this time I require some direct help to make a decision. I am replacing the old AVR in my bedroom and torn between buying another RZ50 (which I have in my living room) or going with an integrated amp or multiple devices (integrated +...

Context I'm looking for a bit of purchasing advice on my first setup with a budget of 1000 EUR (purchasing in Germany). As you'll see, I'm not necessarily looking to hit that limit but rather looking for good value options. I've been researching budget parts over the past couple of days (thanks...

Hello guys! Due to my inability to listen those studio monitors from up close, I would greatly appreciate your input in order to make my next studio monitor purchase. First of all regarding my room, it is 2.92m x 2.75m in size and my desk (where the speakers are) is 10 cm away from the wall...

Revel versus KEF Save me money? Looking for some feedback on a from scratch home theater set up. It’s a large dedicated room. It is asymmetric the front wall is 20’, the left wall is 28’ and the right wall is 38’. The rear wall is 22’. It will have a false wall and an acoustically...

Good day, I will start off with an apology for what is a question that has been asked multiple times over the years, I am just looking for a modern recommendation so I can make an up to date purchasing decision. These 600's arrived 14 days ago and I have been living on audio forums since...

My beloved Hegel HD10 is toast and I need to replace it with something. I have had it for about 15 years. I think I paid roughly 1200 EUR for it. I wouldn't consider myself a high end listener. Maybe above average. I don't know if the HD10 was neutral or maybe "warm". But I do know that I loved...

Hi everyone I’m a professional musician, keyboard player and vocalist in various bands in the UK I’m after a new pair of headphones, currently have the Beyerdynamic DT770 Pro 80 ohms model, I’ve always been underwhelmed by their sound (dunno why) a bit of distortion sometimes, but extremely...

I read the forum and realized that the DT 990 is not liked enough here)). The fact is that I like a more “Brighter sound”, and as I understand it, the DT 990 PRO may sound exactly it, in contrast to the HD 600. But looks like 990`s have more distorted sound. Is the difference in distortion...

I've been looking for suitable speakers plus AMP/DAC/Receiver for a small *2.1* setup for the TV (I already have a subwoofer). Price-wise, I could spare up to 500€ and am definitely willing to buy used. I'm located in Germany so not everything is available to me. After looking at some tests and...

I got a good deal on these from Best Buy Open Box in excellent condition for $523 but now that I read about it, it seems Polk offers a 5 year warranty on new speakers which are on a small sale for $700. I have only used active monitors/speakers in the past and the Polk Hampden I bought in 2015...