You should try Wilson Benesch ARC, with KS Fascination cables.
Good matching speakers for YBA Integre DT
I am constructing a new audio system here in US.
I already bought a YBA Integre DT integrated amp and Arcam CD23T cd player. Now I am looking for good matching speakers.
I know both Integre and CD23 have clean and clear sound and they sound somewhat lean. So I hope for speakers having warm, soft, and rich sound with some body and texture. Because Integre has 50 watts only so speakers with high efficiency would be better.
I mostly hear classical music, vocals, and some soft jazz. What is good matching speakers (used) at below $2000 for me? I am considering Proac 1SC and Reference 3A MM De Capo (i). But I'd like to know what are good tall-boy speakers for me because bookshelf speakers usually need good stands.
Hope for your valuable suggestions. Thank you.
I already bought a YBA Integre DT integrated amp and Arcam CD23T cd player. Now I am looking for good matching speakers.
I know both Integre and CD23 have clean and clear sound and they sound somewhat lean. So I hope for speakers having warm, soft, and rich sound with some body and texture. Because Integre has 50 watts only so speakers with high efficiency would be better.
I mostly hear classical music, vocals, and some soft jazz. What is good matching speakers (used) at below $2000 for me? I am considering Proac 1SC and Reference 3A MM De Capo (i). But I'd like to know what are good tall-boy speakers for me because bookshelf speakers usually need good stands.
Hope for your valuable suggestions. Thank you.
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Hi Orthogon, But I think Focal and Darkmoebius have similar sound to YBA. They sound clean and clear but doesn't they sound somewhat sharp and lean?No, all JMR speakers I have heard(and owned) have a distinctly full and rich sound. I owned the Twins mkII, and have heard the Offrandes, Concordes, and Trentes. Bob Neil, of Positive Feedback online magazine, did a comprehensive review of the nearly entire JMR line. His description perfectly describe the Reynaud musical experience - Twins, Trente, Offrande, Concordes, Cantabile. |
Thank you for the posts, Studio1 and Darkmoebius. But I think Focal and Darkmoebius have similar sound to YBA. They sound clean and clear but doesn't they sound somewhat sharp and lean? I think French goods usually have their own characteristics. Of course so do British and Italian things. I want warm and rich sound, but body and texture is also important to me. I think ATC sound is close, but they need huge power. How about Proac Response 1.5 or Spendor S5e? Can the YBA drive them well? Thanks in advance. |
Jean Marie Reynaud speakers are an excellent match with YBA components. The same holds true for YBA's junior line Audio Refinement. There are some used JMR Evolution 3 floorstanders(reviews) for sale here which would be pretty nice for your musical tastes. But, the Offrande large monitor might be even better. If I remember correctly, YBA & JMR used to pair up at audio shows for demonstration. |
Friend I have heard these components in the past and came away impressed. Look at Focal / JM Lab for a excellent match. talk to Sound Images about this in more detail! They are friendly and non-pushy. Sound Images by High Tech 6541 Arlington Blvd Falls Church, VA Phone: 703-534-1733 Hope this helps Studio1 |