bookshelf speakers for Yamaha stereo receiver

[mhardy6647]

One could do worse than the clumsily named ELAC Debut 2.0 B6.2* for a pair of cheap loudspeakers for a capable Yamaha component.



* In full disclosure, I don't get rid of much, but I did get rid of the pair of ELACs I bought. They're not bad, though -- they just weren't great, and (more to the point) they weren't to my taste. They do a very good job of disappearing, though, I'll give them that. "Big soundfield" for such unprepossessing little loudspeakers.

 

[gregor]

These are not for Yamaha.
Yamaha got Wharfedale Diamond 12.2. Still waiting for delivery.

Thank you for your answer.

 

[Overseas]

I was going to suggest Wf.

 

[gregor]

Hello

Few pictures of my new toys.

This is temporary setup. They will go in different room.

 

[gregor]

I have an additional question..

Do you recommend placing speakers on vibration absorber feets?

Something like this, only as example:

https://www.amazon.de/-/en/Dynavox-Antivibe-Device-Rubber-Square/dp/B076CJH6ZH/ref=psdc_571760_t4_B01MTYKIKI

Thank you

Kind regards

 

[CapMan]

… and you’ll get no difference from using one set of cables.

Only in your wallet

 

[Count Arthur]

I have an additional question..

Do you recommend placing speakers on vibration absorber feets?

Something like this, only as example:

https://www.amazon.de/-/en/Dynavox-Antivibe-Device-Rubber-Square/dp/B076CJH6ZH/ref=psdc_571760_t4_B01MTYKIKI

Thank you

Kind regards

It depends what you're placing the speakers on.

If they are going on stands, something like Blu-Tack can be useful to make sure they aren't easily knocked off: https://www.amazon.de/s?k=Blu-Tack

If you are putting them on a cabinet, desk, or a shelf, some sort of decoupling can be useful. What you don't want is vibrations transmitted to the desk, cabinet, etc. that might cause it to make a sound.

You may also want something under the speakers to raise them, so that the tweeters are roughly level with your ears.

 

[Tio]

Hello

Few pictures of my new toys.

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This is temporary setup. They will go in different room.

Congratulation and enjoy your music

 

[gregor]

Thank you

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I just found this very old speaker wire:

As I understand, there is no need for bi-wiring configuration.

I only have one issue. I devided wire in two parts (for L and R speaker) and now I don't know how to match red and black wires on both sides.

How can I quickly find matching wires? Sorry, I forgot.

Thank you

Kind regards

 

[Count Arthur]

Do you have a multimeter?

 

[gregor]

Yes, I have it.

 

[mhardy6647]

Thank you

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I just found this very old speaker wire:


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As I understand, there is no need for bi-wiring configuration.

I only have one issue. I devided wire in two parts (for L and R speaker) and now I don't know how to match red and black wires on both sides.

How can I quickly find matching wires? Sorry, I forgot.

Thank you

Kind regards

Very old, eh?

 

[Count Arthur]

Yes, I have it.

Use the continuity tester to find the ends and label them R+, R-, L+, L-, or somethng like that, so you know what you're doing.

 

[HeadDoc12]

I have an additional question..

Do you recommend placing speakers on vibration absorber feets?

Something like this, only as example:

https://www.amazon.de/-/en/Dynavox-Antivibe-Device-Rubber-Square/dp/B076CJH6ZH/ref=psdc_571760_t4_B01MTYKIKI

Thank you

Kind regards

I use IsoAcoustics products, which are not cheap, but kind of necessary for my purposes (I have a pair of active speakers on the same shelf as 2 powered subs and a turntable, so vibration is a huge concern). The website is pretty helpful, as it can make recommendations based on your specific product. Also, the Aperta line are like mini-stands, that also let you angle the speakers for the best sound.

 

[gregor]

Use the continuity tester to find the ends and label them R+, R-, L+, L-, or somethng like that, so you know what you're doing.

I didn't know this feature.

Now I already matched wires on both sides.

Thank you

Kind regards