Looking to get a pair of floorstanding speakers, a stereo receiver, and a sub(in that order).

I want to spend around $1k on the speakers, under $500 on the receiver, and under $500 on the sub.

I am located in SW Missouri, and really have no way to go to a store and listen to any of these speakers, so I am relying purely on recommendations. But dont fret, I am not too picky on sound; anything will sound better than what I have now.

The setup will be in a 15'x24'x12' living room and the speakers will have to be on a long wall unfortunately.

Thanks in advance!

Hi everyone,

I’m from Argentina and I’m looking for advice on speakers.

Budget: $300–400 USD

Location: Argentina

Room size: ~20 m² now, maybe a larger living room in the future

Listening distance: 2–3 m

Sources: mainly vinyl (Akai AP-Q55 turntable)

Current gear: Akai AP-Q55 turntable + Sony XO-8100WP HiFi amp (the included speakers don’t sound good anymore)

Looking for: speakers with clear mids/highs and decent bass for rock, jazz and some pop.

In the local used market I’ve come across a pair of Technics SB-LX70 around my budget. Not sure if they’re a good match, but that’s one of the options available here.

Any advice on what models/brands to keep an eye out for in this price range would be super helpful.

Thanks!

A few years ago my father passed and I inherited his old stereo system and sizable vinyl collection.

I did some research into his gear and decided to keep the Harmon Kardon 430 Twin Powered Tuner, HK Citation Eleven & Citation Twelve, Bang & Olufesn Beogram 3404 record player, and twin Fisher STV9235 speakers.

I recently renovated my living room into my library/study and after setting up the system I got it all working except the Beogram. There seems to be some internal issues: i.e. arm doesnt move, buttons dont respond, but platter spins of own accord.

My question is thus: is it worth getting the Beogram repaired or should i invest in a new record player for this system? and if the later, any good recommendations?

In the US, Room is roughly 16'x20', budget is $300-$500.

Thanks.

Room is approximately 20x14 study (lined 360 degrees with books in cases give or take a doorway/window) and the system is dedicated to music (vinyl, cd, streaming).

I’m using an old Technics 60 disc for CD that I found used/broken and repaired. My turntable is a Uturn custom (also used) and I am currently using an echo show for streaming (I like the ability to voice command.) Speakers are JBL L166 horizon. I mostly listen to jazz on vinyl and folk/electronic/rock on cd and streaming. I really prefer a sub out. I have a project preamp for the turntable.

Budget is 500-750. I could go further if I saved longer but that’s where I’m generally comfortable. There are no retailers near me where I can audition new gear. I’m wanting something reliable that can power the JBLs.

Thank you very much for your guidance.

I just wanted to make a post as I was looking for a CD player that would connect audio out / Digital out to a receiver. Would this device be a good option or any advice on another CD player that would be worth recommending instead?

I was trying to stay within Marantz to match other equipment. Budget $700 in US

So I’m debating between 3 options one being a Rel 212SX or two Rel Carbon Specials and the last option is a Rythmik G25HP I would be pairing any of these with my Kef Reference 5 towers they do need to be ran high level as I’m using just a McIntosh C2700 pre amp with a power amp. I sit about 8 feet away and the room is about a 20x30 I do like a fair bit of bass but I want it to be clean and not very muddy. I am in the US and a factor leaning me towards Rel is I can finance it at Best Buy for no interest and I have about $1000 in gift cards there from buying appliances but if Rythmik is that much better than that’s fine. If there is any other subs to consider either that Best Buy sells or from a similarly priced sub let me know.

I've got a Pioneer PL-12D turntable and a Pioneer SX-535 receiver. I'd like to upgrade my speakers and my budget is $500. I don't like neutral sounding speakers. More specifically, I'm looking for speakers that are warm, crunchy, and sweet. Solid but not overpowering bass response would be appreciated as well. A set of speakers that are on the smaller side would be easier to fit into the room, but I have no problem with a larger set if that's where the TOAN is. I was hoping that the fine folks at r/StereoAdvice could offer some recommendations.

Hey all,

I'm looking for a system to use at my PC desk, I have about 110cm of depth and would generally prefer passive ones, so I could reuse an amp I already have. Though if there is a breathtaking active system, I'm open to that too.

Sound-wise I'd like something that is rather neutral. If it tells you anything, I like "studio sound" and the sharp feeling of BA IEMs. I don't listen a long time in one go, so it's ok if it's a bit tiring.

Currently I'm using an old Canton 2.1 system on a Denon PMA735R. I'm pretty satisfied with it, but it's probably not really suited for near field listening and I need a second system anyways.

I listen mostly to rock and metal, rather melodic ones like Dio/Maiden/Helloween but sometimes doom stuff too. Though I'd like something that's not tailored to a certain type of music, I'll enjoy classic stuff too once in a while.

Price range would be up to 500$, I don't want to justify more for a PC desk setup. I'm based in Austria, but availability is not the nr.1 concern, I can wait a few months if it's worth it.

The room is around 25m² in size, very echo-y but will receive some treatment.

I have a few picks, but I'd rather not mention them here to avoid a bias.

Thanks in advance!

Hello all -

Am looking to put together a desktop system that I will use in my office while working. My criteria has been that the components will fit on my desktop so I can adjust easily, and the speakers will be placed near to my sitting position, like headphones. Budget is ~$2,000-$3000.

So far I am looking at a few systems. I am leaning towards the Cambridge Audio offerings as the size of the components and the price are in line with my needs. But I am curious what others think, and if people think there are better options?

I have not yet decided on what speakers I want. I know that's not the best way to go about this, but am really looking to see if I am heading in the right direction and if there are other recommendations. Thanks in advance!

System 1:

• Cambridge Audio MXN10 Streamer
• Cambridge Audio MX70 amplifier
  • Based on reviews, it sounds like I can use CA's IOS app as a preamp to control the volume of the system. I like this stack as the size is perfect for my space, and the price is good.

System 2:

• 2 Schiit Gjallarhorn F amps running in mono mode
• Schiit Mimir DAC
• Schiit Forkbeard software preamp
  • Reviews of these components seem good, and Forkbeard gives me software control of the stack. Like Cambridge Audio, this stack is also the perfect size for my space, and the price is good. Just concerned about the size of the amp with whatever speakers I decide to buy.

System 3:

• Schiit Vidar 2F amp
• Schiit Bifrost 2 DAC
  • No Forkbeard offered from what I can see, so might have to also buy a preamp
    • This is a little bigger in size and price, but I was looking at some possible speakers that might need the extra amplification. This system is just a thought, as the price and size don't really fit that well into my space so not sure it's a great fit for my needs.

System 4:

• Klipsch The Sevens or The Nines powered speakers
  • Just skip all the components and just get the 7s for my office and stream from my phone. My only concern is Klipsch horns in the past have been too bright for my ear and get fatiguing. From what I am reading these speakers avoid that?

System 5:

• Right now I have been reviewing the cheaper offerings on Emotiva's website as possible options. Like System 3, their solutions are bigger in size so don't really fit my space. But as always tends to happen, it came up as a possible option in my search if I need a bigger amplifier.

Room is 20x13', breaking out my old Technics turntable. Looking for a amp and bookshelf speakers for under $1000 TIA

Hi guys, here's my problem, my old Denon PMA-280 is starting to cause some trouble with crackling sound, some audio sources not working anymore or really low audio in one speaker at a time. I've already tried doing an in-depth clean but stopped at one point because I didn't have the tools for micro welds that would habe become required if I had gone any further.

I now have the tools necessary but I am wondering if I wouldn't be better off buying a newer amplifier that would maybe be more fitted for my passive monitoring speakers (A2T B3016)? I'm not really knowledgeable on audio specs and need your opinion guys.

My speakers can develop 100W max and have an impedance of 8Ω. Whereas my current amp only develops 2*45W. The thing is that I've learned that this amplifier is quite legendary for it's time, would you commit to repairing it or buying a new one? I'd be really happy with it if it weren't for the problems I'm having.

I was really interested in the Yamaha A-S201 which develops 2*100W. As far as prices go it's in a really comfortable spot for me (under 300$) in my country (France). I don't care about Bluetooth, LAN, optical inputs because I've already modernised my old setup with an HDMI eARC extractor and an Arylic S10+.

My living room is 11.5 feet wide, 18 feet long and approximately 7 feet high. We're usually sitting 6 feet away from the TV and speakers.

What do you think? Have you got any other suggestions I haven't considered yet?

Thanks for reading my broken English! 😜🙏🏼

Hiya, I just bought 2 Adam audio t7v's for my home setup. But im very new into the music scene. I am looking for an Amplifier. I want to be able to connect my phone, laptop and my record player. I have a budget of €200/$234. I live in the Neterlands. The dimensions are not that important to me.

All the help is welcome!

Im looking to make a setup that allows for both nearfield and farfield listening that i will use for music, movies and games (Always stereo), im thorn between getting towers and putting them at the sides of the desk or a bookshelf (Like the Aura 2, that has a considerable size) on the desk

I dont have trouble in repositioning them to be towed in when near, and towed out when far

The room is arround 17m² with high, two water ceilings that have an angle of 45°, the highest point being at 4 to 5 meters arround the middleof the room, the desk is going to be against a wall on a side directly oposed to the far listening position and that would be arround 4 to 5 meters, the near position would be on a desk chair, so arround 1 meter

I can spend up to 7K but that's really not representative, where i live the price wildly changes between brands, for example a KEF R3 Meta is the same price as a Monitor Audio Gold 100 6G, the Aura 2 being half the price of those

Any recommendations whether should i put towers or bookshelfs and what to put?

Howdy folks. I'm new to the audio game and am looking for some guidance on upgrading my wife's record listening experience.

Her current turntable is an el cheapo unit from Amazon. Not even sure of the make: https://imgur.com/a/xU0NNuF but it does have a line out.

I've been eying the edifier r1280t as a speaker upgrade but as I understand, I'll need a preamp. After looking around, I'm unable to find a preamp with dual outputs for speakers. According to edifier, these speakers have an amp built in already.

Does a dual output preamp exist and my google-fu is failing me, or do I also need an amp to make this setup work?

OR.. do I simply upgrade the turntable as well and start fresh? Any help would be greatly appreciated!

Budget would be around $80 for a preamp but I'd be willing to buy a $300ish turntable and speaker combo if the hivemind believes that's the better route. (Would always prefer the cheap route of course) Thanks!

Hello, I am in the United States and I am looking for a replacement bookshelf speakers for my system thats in the bedroom. The room is 12x12 with 10ft ceilings and is made plaster over cinderblock. I currently have Infinity Reference 2000.1s bookshelf speakers, a Yamaha RX-496 receiver and a Technics Sl-DD33 turntable. I think my setup at the moment sounds too harsh and bright. I am looking for speakers with a better bass and can handle high notes with making them sound harsh. My budget is $500. Any help is greatly appreciated i am very new to this. !Thanks

I have a Sanyo RD 5030 cassette deck and Realistic stereo receiver. I like the look of the JBL 52 bookshelf speakers but dont know if they are worth the price and if they will sound good with my set up.

I am wondering if it is worth the price or if i should just go with an edifier? The pro of the edifier is I could use it without the stereo receiver since it has volume control.

Anyone have recommendations or have a different speaker that is good for cassette decks under $1000 USD?

Room is roughly 12ft x 12ft

Hello, I have inherited a pair of Cerwin Vega D7’s that have been in the family since the 80’s I recently reformed them and they rock! The only problem is I know I can get much better sound out of them with a better amp/reciever. At the time of purchase the Yamaha R-S202 was 50% off and it was all I could afford but now I am ready to upgrade. I am very interested in the tube sound but don’t really know much about tube amps. I plan on keeping the rest of my setup for now but I need to upgrade the amp.

Budget - Would prefer $1500 or lower but I have a little flexibility.

Location - Southern California

Current stereo - Fluance rt85n - Schiit mani 2 - Yamaha R-S202 👎🏻 - Cerwin Vega D7’s

A friend gave me his focal’s for a decent price as a way to kickstart my audio journey. And after a year with this setup, I’m whelmed. I mainly stream music from my WIIM Pro but also have a pro-ject turntable with a project phono box.

Right now - the speakers sound good. But didn’t fully understand the term “fatiguing” until this setup. And it’s clear that it struggles with the low end. I know I need to fix my room placement but I think it’s obvious a subwoofer is needed to even really get a good gauge on where I’m at and if I need to swap out these speakers.

So my question(s) - anyone have any experience pairing these two? Anything notable in sound for you? - looking for a subwoofer that is in the under $800 ideally. - right now this setup is in my front room - very open, high ceilings. The primary listening area is about 10 ft by 9.5 ft. Attached some pics for reference. Ignore current speaker location - messing around with placement. With that couch as”primary listening position” - Where might you think would be best to place these? Woudl another speaker pair be better for my setup? (The KLH Model 3’s have been high on my list..)

current setup

My listening habits: My music spans the gamut - hip hop, modern r&b, metal, funk or math rock. Right now - I’ve been playing a lot of Alfredo 2, RX Bandits, Sturgill Simpson, and Sleep Token… and of course k pop demon hunters…

I say all this to say - I’m debating selling what I have now and just going the simple pair of Sonos Fives and calling it a day, or digging deeper into the audiophile world.

I'm currently looking for a decent HiFi stereo setup for around 300€. I was looking at the Vulkkan A5 (higher wattage would be great) for formfactor, potentially something better with my higher budget, my emphasis is on sound-quality. I listen to Rock, Punk, Jazz, and some electronic stuff including DnB a lot, so Bass quality is someting important to me. I manly wanna plug in my recordplayer and TV but if there was built-in Bluetooth too, that would be even better! Thanks a lot.

I have a Technics sl 1500c, Rogue audio sphinx v3 mag and klipsch heresy 3s.

Would it be better to upgrade to an MM cartridge? Or just a better MC cartridge? Sowmthing like a micro line?

Looking for something warmer possibly?

Also, Looking to spend $400 or less if possible.

Room

Thanks!

Hello, I’d like to ask for an advice. I own an old Philips turntable which I was gifted a lot years ago, but now I feel like it’s time to make a step forward and buy something more serious. Being in Europe, I was thinking about getting a Pro-Ject turntable. At first, I was checking the Debut RecordMaster II but recently I switched to the Carbon Evo II both for aesthetic and quality (at least based on reviews). I own a couple of Wharfedale Diamond 8.2 and a Denon A/V receiver, but I’d like to continue using that setup for TV only, so I was thinking about getting new bookshelf speakers for my new turntable setup. My first question is: how good are a couple of active speakers instead of amplifying+passive speakers? Having a budget of about 600€ (excluding the turntable), what kind of setup (active or passive speakers?) and brands/models would you suggest? I also have a Pro-Ject phone box so the amplifier doesn’t need to come with the phone input, but I’d like it to have two inputs because I have a raspberry with a dedicated DAC + Plex to play lossless audio which I would use on this setup too. Thanks!

Hi all,

Went to a hifi store today to listen to some speakers and fell in love with the dali opticon 6 mk2 towers. Looking to purchase these for my living room set up. In the store I was recommended the Bluesound Powernode N331 to drive them. However, after googling around a little, I see a lot of advice against streaming amplifiers on the grounds that the streaming software would become obsolete reletalively quickly, so I'm open to looking for other options.

The Powernode N331 comes it at around €1100 here, so budget for a seperate amp/streamer set up would be around there as well. Looking to buy new. I am located in the Netherlands. I listen mostly through vinyl (Sony PS-LX310BT), streaming and my TV. My experience with amplifiers is very limited and the Dali towers aren't super populair outside of the EU so I'm not too sure where to start.

Edit: room is around 40 m2, sitting roughly 4 meters from the speakers.

Are the worries about streaming amps valid, or would the powernode n331 be fine? Do I even need a streamer or is an amplifier enough (currently I just stream Spotify via my TV)? What are some alternatives?

Thanks!

Hello all I'm looking for a source for 5998 and 7236 tubes for a reasonable price not 200$+ each if anyone knows of somewhere other than ebay which doesn't have any I really appreciate the information.

My budget is 75$ per tube if that helps at all

I'm located in the USA

i’m currently running the sonos five and sonos era 100 speakers and I haaaate them. they constantly disconnect and are a hassle. I want to try and set up a receiver/my turntables/and play music via bluetooth from my phone. all on wireless speakers. what would you recommend for this set up? what are the pros and cons? any advice help is appreciated. thank you. budget is hopefully under 500 for receiver and wireless speakers. i’m in the north east US

more info: room is about 20’x20’ but I would definitely be interested in adding more speakers the the adjacent room as well

I only have one turntable. it’s a teac TN-280BT

budget is definitely flexible. would be willing to go up to 800/1000 if it gives me what I need

Sub for B&W 607 S3

Got a pair of Bowers 607 S3 to built a 2.1 system, powered by Marantz M1.

Am considering the Bowers ASW608(for matching looks) but can get SVS3000 Micro or Kef KC62 for about 40% more.

Would it be worth it the more expensive ones? If so, which one for the same price?

I am in Brazil.

The room is about 12sqm with one side opened to a larger living room. Source is TV and streaming from the Marantz, about 50-50 usage.

Thanks!