I have replaced my Rega RS5 speakers with Audio Physic Sitara 25's. These are mostly driven by my Cayin CS55A, somewhat similar to the PL EVO 300, made in the same factory. I use EL 34 tubes and the combination is very good with exceptional soundstage in a small, 4.5 x 3.2 m room. The Rega's were thin by comparison, with a tad more bass perhaps but neither as natural or as well integrated. Mids are to die for and top end is clear, a little brighter but far more focussed. Any of the smaller AP floor standers go well with tubes in my experience.
Speaker upgrade for Primaluna EVO 300 - Looking to find some audio nirvana bliss!
I have a Primaluna EVO 300 with KT120s running into Rega RS5 speakers. When I use my tube Fosgate phono stage, the system is pretty awesome. ( Warm thick and alive).
Without the phono stage, the sound is a little thinner, a little less bass, and a little less alive. I've had my Rega speakers for almost 15 years and am ready to upgrade.
I listen to rock: REM, Nora Jones, Sound Garden, Pearl Jam, Zeppelin, etc.
I have an old Cayin Spark HA-1A EL84 headphone amp I listen to with Grado PS500e headphones. That's the sound I want. Thick and real. It draws me in.
My budget is up to $5,000. I'm good with used.
I'm dealing with limited space or I probably would've already bought the Klipsch Forte IV speakers. I need something no more than 12" wide. I'd prefer small towers, like my current Regas.
What speakers am I looking for?