Good match for Rega Brio-R


Does anyone have any recommendations on excellent sounding speakers to use with the Rega Brio amp? I'm thinking my options are either 1: Cheap out and trade my current entry level bookshelves for the new Kef q350's, or 2: Look into getting a good British made speaker to accompany my growing setup which now includes three Rega items (Brio, Phono, and P3) 

I know I really like everything I've heard from ProAc, Chartwell, Spendor, Rogers, etc, ect, but price points being up in the 2-3k's often makes them a bit unrealistic for my budget. I could probably do $1500 max without causing any inconvenience to my wallet, but if I spend that kind of money I want them to be GOOD. 

So, anybody have any input? 

PS, I'm not against an all Rega setup, the Rega speakers I have heard were awesome, but compared to the likes of Spendor they lose weight in my opinion. 
audiodoggy

Showing 1 response by paraneer

IMO, your going about it the wrong way.  Usually one get the speakers first, as they are the only component you can actually hear, and then one finds a suitable amplifier to properly drive them.

But it seems you already have the Brio and are locked into it.  So I suggest you understand it's output capabilities and then find speakers that have the proper specs (impedance & sensitive) that the Brio can meet without breaking a sweat.  And by all means, audition the speakers to find the pair that sounds best to you, your amp can properly drive and are within your budget.

The Rega is not a powerhouse at 73 wpc in 4 ohms and there is even a warning on their website to be careful driving 4 ohm loads.  I would take this to heart and stick with 8 ohm speakers within sensitivity ratings at 90dB and above and you research and develop your short list.  Your Brio will be much happier.