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Over the years, I've often owned systems with sonics that lean toward the polite, dry, and British side of the spectrum. I've tried many small monitors, including B&W, Totem, Sonus Faber and Spendor, driven by solid state, tube and hybrid integrated amps.

I'm now looking for something with a looser, less reserved sonic signature...no need to be ruler flat or accurate in an analytical manner...just play the music with a relaxed, involving, "jucier" presentation.

Anyone have any suggestions for a sanely priced, full-range system that would get me there? ...or help me move in that direction with the equipment I already own? Right now I have the big Spendor SP100 monitors, an Ensemble 100w hybrid integrated amp, and Meridian G08 CD player.

I listen to a wide range of music, much of it in the singer-songwriter (Rikkie Lee Jones) category, and love any type that throws a huge acoustic space in my room.

Thanks all!
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ludimagis
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I have a feeling if you swap out the Excellent, yet "laid back" Meridian G08; for a Naim CD5x you'll get very close to what you are listening for.
I had a nice setup for awhile with the Naim CD5x (dynamic or boogie factor), Van Alstine 550ex (hybrid), Wharfedale speakers (British), & a Placette preamp... that what was similer in sound quality to what I believe you seek.
The Naim may make the difference and put a few $ in your bank account.
The Spendors are also laid back, but the Naim overcame that fact with the laid back Whafedales I had. I am not familiar with your amp, so I'm not certain what that brings to the table.
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