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KEF 103/4 loudspeakers; any comments

Hi. I just bought a pair of KEF 103/4 on ebay for $123.00 (plus $90.00 shipping). The foams need to be replaced on the 4 internally mounted 6-1/2" woofers, but otherwise they seem in nice shape. Anyone out there have any experience with these speakers? I didn't have much time to research, as the auction was almost over when I found them. I have a pair of KEF C-95 towers, and I love them. I've always heard that the reference series sounds even better. What do you guys think? Thanks. -KlipschKing
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bongofury
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I have the 104s since 1987. A gift from Pink Floyd out of A & M Studios.

They still sound wonderful, especially around commanding male and female vocals and mid-range instruments--very hard to match even by today's high standards. Think Jazz (Art Blakely) and female (Joni) on vinyl. Very warm and rich, much like current British speakers such Harbeth.

You will want to make sure they have the KEF Cube, which was sold in tandem with this series, which provided a more precise way to redirect and conform sound to a room.
There is a very good brochure that came with these to tune them to any room.
bongofury
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No, I am not kidding. There were several systems that they played the final mix on. The other speakers I believe from memory were ATC and Yamahas. The studio engineer gave it to me after the sessions were over.

Post a fax number. I have the Kube manual. I can fax it to you.
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