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    Need help choosing passive speakers for my first setup!

    Hi all, currently putting together a turntable setup for a small room, about 10ft by 10ft. Ideally I would like this setup to be able to school for when I move out of my current space and will relocate this setup into a larger living room. I listen to really, all types of music and I'd like to...
  2. C

    7.2.4 HT Speaker Placement/Setup and Other Questions

    Hi all - long time lurker, first time poster. Doing my first real HT setup (Atmos 7.2.4) and would love some input on speaker selection, placement, and other miscellaneous items. LCR: In-Wall KEF Ci3160RL Side surround: In-Wall, KEF ? Rear surround: In-Wall, KEF ? Atmos: In-ceiling, KEF ? AVR...
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    Advice on upgrading from QAcoustic M20HD and REL t7x for desktop nearfield

    I'm keen for your collective wisdom everyone. I'm seeking to upgrade my speakers from the Q Acoustic M20HD for desktop. They are mounted on speaker stands approx. 30cm (11-12inch) on my desk, perfect for tweeter at ear level. My room is about 50% treated, not an optimal size (square shape), but...
  4. R2R

    Setup Advice

    Hey, first post here! don't want to waste too much of your guy's time on this, so I've tried to narrow down what I want and am just confirming that I'm making the optimal setup with my budget. 2.2 Setup for music and movies (50/50) 2x Neumann KH120ii + 2x Rythmik F12 I'm mostly unsure about...
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    Subwoofer speakers suggestion

    Hello ive moved to new Appartment with my old speakers. speakers b&w 600 series : dm603 s3 for mains dm601 s3 for surround Lcr60 center avr denon x4700h listening music and movies on -20 to -30 db on AVR music / movies 50/50 the Appartment is on attic - one open space - 120 m2 and total...
  6. TheWalkman

    Directional (Hypersonic) Speakers- Where are They Now?

    I was noodling on another ASR thread which ultimately took me to a 2004 TED Talk by a guy named Woody Norris who claimed to have invented the Hypersonic Speaker. I seem to recall a lot of buzz - perhaps fifteen years ago - about how these speakers would soon be ubiquitous in retail spaces...
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    Trying to decide between some used (older) speakers

    Hi everyone, I'm looking for a pair of bookshelves for my 5.1 setup, with a Denon AVR-660H. I don't listen at loud volumes as my kids sleep early. I have a small living room, about 12 feet by 12 feet, with the back of the couch open to the dining room, also the same size. I have some Polk Audio...
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    Speaker hum from ground loop half solved

    Hi, I have a hum from my speakers (these: https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B003L92O5Q/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1) which I'm pretty sure is from a ground loop. I purchased this: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B08G9J74VX?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details and the hum is...
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    audiophile wannabe / newb (where should I post this?) kn3000 Hi compliance, electrostatic speakers found

    Hello all! ( Please tell me where to post this) I am Posting regarding some kn3000 hi compliance, electrostatic speakers I bought and also saying Helllloooooooo!!! I grew up in Florida (Alachua county) with a pair of custom made cabinets in my living room that my father crafted him self...
  10. ObjectiveSubjectivist

    Dedicated listening room setup. Personal blog like thread

    Hi folks. I've been a headphone listener for quite some time. With my new place that is coming in the next year or so I've decided to dedicate one room for 2 channel setup (possibly changing into multichannel/cinema system in the future). Room dimensions are 3.5m X 5.6m. I plan to divide it...
  11. ROOSKIE

    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...
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    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...
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    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...
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    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...
  15. 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...
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    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...
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    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...
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    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...
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    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...
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    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...
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