speakers

  1. R

    Brand new Polk ES15 in BLACK, 1 pair never opened $225

    Hi, I have 1 set of Polk ES15's in Black. These have not ever been opened or used. $225. Pick up in Minneapolis area @a public location & pay in cash or I will ship just about anywhere in the contiguous 48 states via Fedex/UPS ground for $10. I will pick the delivery service based on best price...
  2. T

    How to improve dynamics? Transients and punch.

    I'm trying to figure out ways to improve the dynamics (transients) of my system for two channel listening. I'm running B&W 704 S2 mains off a Parasound A31 through a Yamaha CX-A5200. It seems my system lacks midrange punch like the snap of a snare etc. I kinda feel like it may be a room...
  3. L

    Desktop speakers under $400 / pair

    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...
  4. D

    Triangle Borea 03 replacment

    I am looking for new speakers as my Triangle Borea 03 are: 1. Sounds Stage is fantastic especially vocals 2. Bass for Dance/Electro music is more than good enough 3. Guitars / cymbals are great and detailes but I just feel multiple songs / genres still are unenjoyable - also often you feel as...
  5. Boxermotor

    The Ideal Near-Field Desktop Listening Setup

    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...
  6. M

    Advice on speaker upgrade to match a short heigh cabinet

    Hi, just wondering if someone can provide some advice on speaker upgrades. Current scenario: Denon X3300W Dali Zensor Vocal Center Dali Zensor 3 Front L/R Dali Zensor 1 Back L/R B&W ASW 608 Issue, new TV cabinet that my partner purchased only has a 17CM gap for a speaker and not allowed to put...
  7. V

    Help needed on Budget Compact Speakers

    Hey there, I'm currently looking to get a pair of active speakers for my desktop setup. I'm testing out the Edifier MR4 right now, and while they are pretty good, I can't fit them in my setup. I'm looking for a pair that are at most 4.5 inches in width. Speakers the size of stuff like the...
  8. A

    Stand for Genelec 8361

    Hi All, I have just ordered a pair of Genelec 8361 in white and they will arrive shortly. I'm now looking for the right stands. In my listening position, my ears will be at 85 cm (armchair) from the floor, but it is possible that I will eventually move to 108 cm (sofa). Which point of the...
  9. I

    PA Speakers at home

    Howdy all, I'm looking to upgrading my current music setup at home, as I've found myself steering the volume knob on my Audiolab 6000A to the right more and more lately. The amp is rated 50W per channel at 8 ohms, my speakers (an amateur DIY project, emphasis on amateur) have a sensitivity of...
  10. C

    Kali LP 2nd Wave series alternative for a 49 m2 meter room

    Hello everyone, is there a go-to recommendation like the Kali LPs for filling a medium-sized, 7x7 m room with good sound? I don't know yet what the source will be and whether or not they will have to be active speakers or not, so it would be great if you could give me options for both...
  11. cmgerner

    Studio Monitor Recommendation

    Hello, I come seeking advice cause I want to upgrade my studio monitors, but I’m having a hard time deciding which one will be the best one for my scenario, this is my room but I might move somewhere else maybe smaller idk: Length: 3.16m Width: 2.80m Height: 2.18m The speakers i was looking...
  12. Astoneroad

    Parts for Salon 2s?

    Even though I'm not currently in the market for anything, I habitually scan the used gear ads several times a day to torment myself. In the past few weeks, I've noticed more used Revel Salon 2s on the market than ever before. Some at prices that tempt me, even though I have no place to put...
  13. Sullen778

    Second-guessing my purchase

    Hey everyone, first post but long-time reader; used the forum to help my purchase of several DACs, headphones, and amplifiers. Apologize in advance if you find my dilemma boring, unoriginal, offensive, or stupid in any way. Regardless, I'd still like some advice. I've always been a vintage...
  14. Mariner9

    DD 8C speakers for sale

    Audio/hifi equipment (approximate cost new in brackets): Dutch & Dutch 8C active speakers, studio edition (~USD 9000) and Dutch & Dutch 8C active speaker stands (~USD 1250), Mutec MC-1.2 AES/UBS converter (~USD 500), Topping D90 DAC (~USD 700), Geshelli Arcel 2.5 headphone amp (~USD 180)...
  15. Y

    Kali Audio LP-6 vs high end speakers

    Hi, I own Kali Audio LP-6 V2 speakers on my desktop setup and I love the sound that they produce. At this moment, I'm looking for new speakers for my saloon to replace the bookshelf Sonus Faber Venere 2.0. The sound from Sonus is less detailed, slower and a little bit muffled if I compare it...
  16. K

    Purifi SPK5 Speakers For Sale

    Purifi SPK5 Rare chance to get a pair of these incredible speakers. These are nice condition, original, working perfectly. That have the upgraded crossovers. Collection from OX10, could possibly deliver by arrangement, or if you arrange a packsend service. Open to offers on PX etc. Looking...
  17. L

    Could someone help me witg choosing a speaker?

    Hello everyone. I have been looking for semi good speakers/monitors for my desk and I have problem with choosing with would be be the best for me. The main problem is the size. I have a bit of space on my desk but I can't put 8 inch monitors on it, so size matters for me. Mosly I narrowed it...
  18. chorus

    SpeakerFest 2022 August 27th 10am-4pm Fountain Hills Community center

    Saturday only 10am -4pm. Come to Fountain Hills Community Center 13001 N. La Montana Dr, Fountain Hills, Arizona 85268 to audition 17 different, highly acclaimed speakers. Details on AZAVCLUB.com All Standmounts. MSRP $650-$2,900. GiveAway- A pair of Elac Unifi Reference UBR62 MSRP $1,200...
  19. Mateø

    DAC for budget speaker for home use 150 budget

    I am currently progressing my way through music listening, my current setup consists of a Lenovo PC, running QOBUZ with WASAPI, to an Aiyima A7 Integrated amp into Triangle Borea BR02's. I am looking for a DAC under 150 pounds (UK) mainly neutral as Boreas are quite mid heavy, the room size and...
  20. juliangst

    Best Room EQ settings for a desk setup?

    Hey, I just tried to correct my LS50 using REW and my Behringer ECM-8000 to get a flatter response. I set the volume to roughly 75dB using the pink noise generator. I only corrected peaks which are mainly caused by room modes in my setup. I used the following settings for the filter...
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