Proac D Two & LFD LE III


Does anyone have any opinions on the pairing of the Proac D Twos with the LFD LE III's?

I've read glowing reviews about matching the LFD LE III integrated amp with the Harbeth Compact 7ES-3 and how sweet they sound.

The best I can do on short notice for an audition is to drive the Proac D Two's with a Naim 5i. I've heard that the LFD LE III's out perform "any" moderately priced (under USD 4K) Naim. They place I go to no longer keeps Harbeth's in stock. The D2 seem to fit the bill as a replacement.

I've got a mighty itch to upgrade my system (YBA Integre Initial / JM Lab Chorus 716 S) ASAP...
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Showing 1 response by ryder

No disrespect to Naim owners. I once considered the Naim Supernait at one point and contacted a guy who is selling a used unit who coincidentally also has the LFD LE III for sale. He mentioned the LFD is overall more musical with better vocals that have more presence compared to the Supernait. The advantage of the Naim Supernait lies in the added features of built-in DAC among other things. The XS is close to Supernait's sonics whereas 5i slightly lower in performance so you can expect how they would fare with the LFD. Another dealer also informed on the same findings. I have listened to the LFD and can verify on its musicality but have no chance to compare it with a Naim side by side.

Of course, everybody has their own taste and listening preference so YMMV.