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Responses from smscott
| “House” Character of Popular $20-$30k Speakers The Sound Environment in Kansas City carries Rockport, Focal, Wilson and Gryphon. You could likely hear several from your list in the same place. I have owned Focal and they can be analytical depending on the Amp. I traded Sopra 2 for Wilson ... | |
| Speaker recommendation $10-20K (with some requirements!) System synergy is more important than many people realize. Your system was built for a purpose some years ago with the speakers in place at that time. It is very possible that the components you have are not a great match for the speakers or lis... | |
| An audio rack that really does make a difference. I am using the Solid Tech hybrid and it has worked well. Cost effective. The legs are hollow which allows you to fill them with sand. Excellent vibration control for the price. | |
| Want to setup basic home audio system I'm a little late jumping in, but I will second the recommendation to look at Monitor Audio speakers. The Bronze are nice at their price point. Marantz, Cambridge and NAD all make nice integrateds that will be in your budget if you buy used. I ... | |
| A warm DAC? SimAudio products are slightly warmer but retain the musicality of a good system. A 280d is likely in that price range. | |
| AMP or Preamp Don’t let anyone criticize you over your current components. Your receiver is certainly your weak spot and although there is nothing wrong with a Rotel amp, I have to believe the Wilsons would reward you for giving them better power. Several peopl... | |
| Newbie looking for speakers Several people mention Maggie's which are great speakers for certain purposes. It is important to understand how you will listen. Magnepan sound great if you are in the sweet spot, but if you plan to move around or want them to fill a room, they m... | |
| Best integrated/power amplifier under $6000 Plinius Huatonga is a fantastic amp. Sound is more open than many in its price range. Almost tube like in its spaciousness with great bass. Neither dark nor sterile, so it works well with many other components. Retail is $6K but you could like... | |
| Speaker Recommendation: 20K range I own a set of Sopra 2’s and they sound excellent. My system is all tube gear, but I have heard them with the Mcintosh components you have. In smaller rooms, the Focal’s can sound a little bright, as do B&W, but a larger room should help. Roo... |