Insearchofthedream
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So - I've been on a journey to get the absolute best nearfield setup for my computer desk, without breaking the bank.
I've worked through various cheap mini amps (SMSL SA50, topping mx3) and speakers (Q accoustic 2010i, 3020i) to settle on the following setup:
Topping DX3 pro dac/head amp, Topping PA3 speaker amp, Kef LS50 speakers (plus little stands / splashed out on better but not stupid expensive cables).
I think it sounds fantastic on the desk, but keep hearing that the LS50s need 'big power' to sound at their best, and people say that the topping PA3 emits white noise at all volumes (mine is dead silent even within 3 inches of the speakers).
My listening preference tends towards 'unplugged / accoustic' vocalists with real instruments (pink floyd / tracey chapman etc).
I'm pretty fixed on the choice of speakers (too expensive to keep changing them now & I'm happy with the size / looks of the LS50), and feel that the dac is up there with little to gain under £500. But the amp?
So - amp wise - are there any suggestions on small form factor kit that would be a step up that I would actually hear? (measurements are cool & all, but I want to hear the money I spend).
Thanks
I've worked through various cheap mini amps (SMSL SA50, topping mx3) and speakers (Q accoustic 2010i, 3020i) to settle on the following setup:
Topping DX3 pro dac/head amp, Topping PA3 speaker amp, Kef LS50 speakers (plus little stands / splashed out on better but not stupid expensive cables).
I think it sounds fantastic on the desk, but keep hearing that the LS50s need 'big power' to sound at their best, and people say that the topping PA3 emits white noise at all volumes (mine is dead silent even within 3 inches of the speakers).
My listening preference tends towards 'unplugged / accoustic' vocalists with real instruments (pink floyd / tracey chapman etc).
I'm pretty fixed on the choice of speakers (too expensive to keep changing them now & I'm happy with the size / looks of the LS50), and feel that the dac is up there with little to gain under £500. But the amp?
So - amp wise - are there any suggestions on small form factor kit that would be a step up that I would actually hear? (measurements are cool & all, but I want to hear the money I spend).
Thanks