Rap music on high-end speakers


Hello,

I have audiophile taste in gear, but not in music. I listen to rap music, and occansionaly R&B. Is there anyone out there like me? What do you listen for when buying gear? I was wondering what are the benefits in getting better gear? I want to upgrade the speakers to either proac response 3.8 or wilson cubs. Here is my system:

Levinson No.23
aranov ls-9000
Platinum audio reference 2
Paradigm servo 15
kimber speaker wire
esoteric component wires
amc cdm7
tru

Showing 1 response by 3chihuahuas

I ran into the similar crossroad when I was deciding on speakers. I listen to a wide range of music, including rap music. Originally, I started with cubs, proac 3.8, Dyn 3.3, and B&W 803. All of these speakers are great with certain type of music, but I ended up with the Dyn 3.3 due to their ability to be well rounded will many type of music. Very detailed, awesome imaging, and good tight clean bass extention.

Just ignore the ignorant/bias comments from individuals who think rap is too ghetto for hifi. Rap is just another form of music, and like many other kind of music, there are good songs and bad songs. Hell, I don't care if you spend $100K on a system and all you listen is talk radio. It's your money and can do what ever you want with it. People have spent thousands on the home theatre just to have a clearer door slam. Why is that so right and rap is so bad.