To answer some of the questions above. The speaker choice was of one of consideration of space as we moved into a new home and I lost my audio room. I’ve had these V4s for a long time and the Shindo pre combo was a match made in heaven running my Eminent Technology LFT8b panel speakers. God I miss those! But moving I had to make do with a great room and a BDI TV audio console that housed all my gear but hides the beauty of the gear, all with speakers that as she put it were not an “eye sore”. LOL. So looking into monitors and coming off satisfaction from a secondary system, Peachtree Nova300 into KEF LS50s, I went for the Reference 1 Meta. The only thing lacking is a tight base impact and maybe some high extension. The speakers are capable but my tube gear is midrange magic focused with my KT-88s. Lows and highs are good but not as good as can be had from the KEFs. So, just thought if I could have my cake and eat it too? Thanks everyone for the suggestions. I know the answer is try out on loan new amplification but it needs to be at least 100k input impedance to have a chance.
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@daytrader , @billstevenson has this right. Whatever dynamic contrast that exists in the system should come from the signal and not the amps. Some amps can 'sound' more dynamic than others but if you measure them you'll see no difference. That is because distortion can cause the ear to be fooled into the perception of dynamics. A good class D amp can sound right, like an excellent tube amp, at low volume no worries. |
Thanks Ralph. 👍
So amp typology for the most part isn’t going to matter much? Tubes vs solid state is closer than ever but still obviously not identical delivering music. I guess I’m just looking for a better full range match for my current speaker choice. While still keeping the equipment with the least amount of change. I tried the KT150s for a little more bottom end , approved by Mike Sanders, but didn’t like the frequency response. Might just have to stop here and let sleeping dogs lie. |
@daytrader , your last sentence is a worthwhile venture and costs nothing for now... ;) You've indicated rather particular desires, worth the time to spend to satisfy..... Unless there exists a specific event in mind you've the desire to indulge... @hilde45 's use of 'lubricious' in regard to class choice imho has never struck me as important under the typical use of the term. 🤷♂️ Personal experience the musical source tends to be silenced while a more primitive and generally more satisfying duet occurs....hopefully...😏 |
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