Critique my (possible) new system. Suggestions welcome!


I’m putting together a new system in my main living room and listening area. This system will do double duty for both movies and music in a 2.1 configuration. Main listening space is approx 15x15 but opens up into kitchen and dining room. Music listened to is a mix of all genres. Reason for upgrading is for better 2 channel listening. I have some vinyl but for now all my music will be streamed via Tidal and Amazon HD.

Current System:

RBH (emptek) e55 towers, SVS PB12nsd subwoofer, Yamaha Aventage Receiver, Sony 75 inch 4K tv, Sony 4K disc player, Panamax power conditioner, cheap cables.

Proposed new system:

Speakers: Elac Vela FS 407
Integrated Amp: Lyngdorf TDAI 2170 (connected to the Yamaha AVR for HT bypass)
Streamer: Either Bluesound Node2i or Audiolab 6000n
Cables: No clue and could use help here.
Subwoofer: SVS PB12nsd

Any thoughts, suggestions, recommendations or critiques are welcomed and appreciate!



dapperdan1080

Showing 1 response by sonicjoy

Ya I would nix the A/V receiver and run your video sources direct to the tv and their audio into the Lyngdorf. Keep it simple. Think about adding a second sub configured for stereo. The idea that deep bass is monaural is not true. Also introducing bass from a second location usually evens out the bass response in the room. Try to put one sub near each speaker. One other tip for better imaging is to cover the TV with a heavy blanket when listening to music. Having a highly reflective surface between the speakers can mess up their ability to create a 3 dimensional image of the performance.
You will be surprised how good an experience can be had with a two channel theater system. Much simpler and less expensive.