Your AVR, processor, amp, etc., should have absolutely nothing to do with your speaker choices outside of power requirements. And asking for speaker recommendations is a fool's game - everyone has their own preferences, and it's usually what they've bought themselves. Go listen to them somewhere, or order them from Crutchfield which has a pretty good return policy.
Need help choosing speakers for Outlaw Audio receiver
My ancient Energy 22.2s have finally given out, so I need a new pair of speakers. I'll be playing them through an Outlaw Audio 2160 receiver. The speakers will be in a room that is 15x26 feet. They'll play only music, not part of a a/v system.
I'd like to spend no more than $1,000 per speaker, less if possible. I was considering the KEF Q7 Meta. They are right near the top of my budget and seem to get good reviews. But yesterday I saw a sale on the Monitor Audio Bronze 500s 6G for only $444 each. Previously they were going for more than $800 each. A salesman told me that Monitor Audio is discontinuing the 6G version to make way for a new 7G model. Thus, the markdown.
I'm no audiophile, so I'd like your advice Is this a good deal for Monitor Audios? Are they better, worse, the same as the KEFs I was considering?
What other models should I consider?
Thank you in advance for any guidance.
26 responses Add your response
| Post removed |
| Post removed |
@aggie88 Wrote:
I agree! Mike |
I’d be wary of Tekton in light of my interaction with the owner…not customer friendly. And they are more like pro audio speakers for people who like to listen to their music loud. For the type of music you like, the KEF’s seem to be a good match. I love my R3 Metas. I used to have Magnepans which are amazing for jazz and acoustic music but you would likely want a subwoofer. |
Thanks so much for the advice! I went and listened to the KEF Q7 Metas today. I have to say, they sound really, really good. The Monitor Audios, Tekton Lores and Chesky look like they'd be great, too. But with my lack of sound equipment experience I feel like I should hear the speakers before I buy them and these brands are not available for listening in my area. I don't want to go through the hassle of returning something I don't like. That's why I think I'm going for the KEFs.
|
I have the Outlaw RR2150 in use for the last 18 or so years (bedroom system). Used with either Omega or Wharfedale speakers, Have been using the Wharfedale Dentons (80th anniversary) for the last 8 years. Very likeable speakers.
Rich |
I haven' heard these but receive mucho praise: https://www.cheskyaudio.com/?srsltid=AfmBOooaDiYGBWk5II-xkpHD7XcZZ1A-wzAd-2u199LRB8doOa1XpHOg Probably find some goodies here too: https://www.whathifi.com/us/best-buys/hi-fi/best-hi-fi-speakers |
maybe here >> |
@snookpatrol get the KEF |
Look at Tekton Lores. I have a pair in my bedroom system. Great value. https://tektondesign.com/product/full-range-speakers/full-towers/lore/#color |
@snookpatrol - What kind of music do you typically listen to? And how loud do you typically play it?
|
Here are some positive reviews. At that price I doubt you can go wrong with the Monitor Audio! |
