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Onkyo TX 8020 question.
My buddy is A/B ing a couple pairs of speakers and it seems as if the sub is only functioning on the A side speakers, not the B. Does that make sense? I suspect yes because in most cases the B side would be in a different room so you wouldn't want to sub reacting to both.
 
Mather said:
Onkyo TX 8020 question.
My buddy is A/B ing a couple pairs of speakers and it seems as if the sub is only functioning on the A side speakers, not the B. Does that make sense? I suspect yes because in most cases the B side would be in a different room so you wouldn't want to sub reacting to both.
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Yeah, I'm guessing the sub will be tied into the primary speakers for that reason.
 
DJSJ said:
Sorry, not interested in buying used or open box after this whole ordeal.

Called the shop again to get more details. Apparently the $850 quote is for a full capacitor replacement, and just testing and replacing the faulty capacitors would take more time, and cost even more. They still couldn't give me a reason why this could have happened (They speculated the unit was 10 years old before I let them know it's far younger than that). Ridiculous, don't send your NAD products to George Meyer AV in LA.
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They have priced this deliberately to be non-competitive. The message here is that they don’t want the business unless you pay a premium. So sorry to hear that; this pricing really starts to exceed the markvalue of the unit. Also bummed that Quirk Audio was not able to take on this repair; Peter did a great job on my C272 and 1600 units.
 
Angsty said:
They have priced this deliberately to be non-competitive. The message here is that they don’t want the business unless you pay a premium. So sorry to hear that; this pricing really starts to exceed the markvalue of the unit. Also bummed that Quirk Audio was not able to take on this repair; Peter did a great job on my C272 and 1600 units.
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Yeah I reached out to him as well, but he said he mainly does upgrades rather than repairs, and that he wasn't comfortable working on a Cs75BEE because of it's surface mounted components.

This whole thing's just been a major bummer.
 
I was originally going to upgrade my phono stage to the Sutherland Insight. Unfortunately my amp (NAD 326BEE) has been going into protection mode more frequently (every few days or so). I decided it was probably a better move to replace the amp first.

Adding together the cost of all the components, I decided to take @Slimwhit33's Luxman L-550 axii. I have always drooled over that amp and I'm very happy to give it a home.

I currently have the Polk LSIM 703 speakers which I actually really love. I like their size and I like how much bass they have and how I can have them fairly close to the wall. The only think I'm not so keen on is the look of them. I would prefer something more "retro". I have read up on all the specs and I think the Luxman will drive them just fine.

I had originally been sort of thinking about the JBL L82 as my next speaker, but reading online about Luxman, should I consider any others?

I've read that Harbeths are a good match, and Klipsch. I like the Klipsch Heresy look quite a bit (and can demo locally) but really don't want floor-standers. Anyone have suggestions in the up to $6K US (new) range for bookshelves? Hoping to find something used for about $4K or less. This is a far-off purchase (probably a year off unless some fantastic deal comes up) but I'd like to start dreaming about it.
 
Kris said:
I was originally going to upgrade my phono stage to the Sutherland Insight. Unfortunately my amp (NAD 326BEE) has been going into protection mode more frequently (every few days or so). I decided it was probably a better move to replace the amp first.

Adding together the cost of all the components, I decided to take @Slimwhit33's Luxman L-550 axii. I have always drooled over that amp and I'm very happy to give it a home.

I currently have the Polk LSIM 703 speakers which I actually really love. I like their size and I like how much bass they have and how I can have them fairly close to the wall. The only think I'm not so keen on is the look of them. I would prefer something more "retro". I have read up on all the specs and I think the Luxman will drive them just fine.

I had originally been sort of thinking about the JBL L82 as my next speaker, but reading online about Luxman, should I consider any others?

I've read that Harbeths are a good match, and Klipsch. I like the Klipsch Heresy look quite a bit (and can demo locally) but really don't want floor-standers. Anyone have suggestions in the up to $6K US (new) range for bookshelves? Hoping to find something used for about $4K or less. This is a far-off purchase (probably a year off unless some fantastic deal comes up) but I'd like to start dreaming about it.
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Congratulations on the Luxman. That should be fun! As for speakers, since you mentioned Harbeth, I think their P3ESR XD would be worth a look. Pretty sure that would be considered a bookshelf model.

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Kris said:
I was originally going to upgrade my phono stage to the Sutherland Insight. Unfortunately my amp (NAD 326BEE) has been going into protection mode more frequently (every few days or so). I decided it was probably a better move to replace the amp first.

Adding together the cost of all the components, I decided to take @Slimwhit33's Luxman L-550 axii. I have always drooled over that amp and I'm very happy to give it a home.

I currently have the Polk LSIM 703 speakers which I actually really love. I like their size and I like how much bass they have and how I can have them fairly close to the wall. The only think I'm not so keen on is the look of them. I would prefer something more "retro". I have read up on all the specs and I think the Luxman will drive them just fine.

I had originally been sort of thinking about the JBL L82 as my next speaker, but reading online about Luxman, should I consider any others?

I've read that Harbeths are a good match, and Klipsch. I like the Klipsch Heresy look quite a bit (and can demo locally) but really don't want floor-standers. Anyone have suggestions in the up to $6K US (new) range for bookshelves? Hoping to find something used for about $4K or less. This is a far-off purchase (probably a year off unless some fantastic deal comes up) but I'd like to start dreaming about it.
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These are front ported so I believe you could still position these close to the wall.

www.zuaudio.com

Zu's Swiss Army knife loudspeaker - DWX | Zu Audio | Hi-Fi audio speakers and cables hand built in the USA

Zu DWX is a highly versatile loudspeaker, able to perform as a bookshelf, stand-mount, center, studio monitor, or low profile floor stander.
www.zuaudio.com www.zuaudio.com
 
Kris said:
I was originally going to upgrade my phono stage to the Sutherland Insight. Unfortunately my amp (NAD 326BEE) has been going into protection mode more frequently (every few days or so). I decided it was probably a better move to replace the amp first.

Adding together the cost of all the components, I decided to take @Slimwhit33's Luxman L-550 axii. I have always drooled over that amp and I'm very happy to give it a home.

I currently have the Polk LSIM 703 speakers which I actually really love. I like their size and I like how much bass they have and how I can have them fairly close to the wall. The only think I'm not so keen on is the look of them. I would prefer something more "retro". I have read up on all the specs and I think the Luxman will drive them just fine.

I had originally been sort of thinking about the JBL L82 as my next speaker, but reading online about Luxman, should I consider any others?

I've read that Harbeths are a good match, and Klipsch. I like the Klipsch Heresy look quite a bit (and can demo locally) but really don't want floor-standers. Anyone have suggestions in the up to $6K US (new) range for bookshelves? Hoping to find something used for about $4K or less. This is a far-off purchase (probably a year off unless some fantastic deal comes up) but I'd like to start dreaming about it.
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Revel B126Be. Very neutral and great off axis. Also, while they reward care with placement, they’re not overly sensitive to it. They don’t have a vintage look though.

The JBL’s you mention are great too. Falcon LS3/5a Gold Badge or if you find a deal Graham LS 5/8 also pair well and have that vintage flair.
 
Kris said:
I was originally going to upgrade my phono stage to the Sutherland Insight. Unfortunately my amp (NAD 326BEE) has been going into protection mode more frequently (every few days or so). I decided it was probably a better move to replace the amp first.

Adding together the cost of all the components, I decided to take @Slimwhit33's Luxman L-550 axii. I have always drooled over that amp and I'm very happy to give it a home.

I currently have the Polk LSIM 703 speakers which I actually really love. I like their size and I like how much bass they have and how I can have them fairly close to the wall. The only think I'm not so keen on is the look of them. I would prefer something more "retro". I have read up on all the specs and I think the Luxman will drive them just fine.

I had originally been sort of thinking about the JBL L82 as my next speaker, but reading online about Luxman, should I consider any others?

I've read that Harbeths are a good match, and Klipsch. I like the Klipsch Heresy look quite a bit (and can demo locally) but really don't want floor-standers. Anyone have suggestions in the up to $6K US (new) range for bookshelves? Hoping to find something used for about $4K or less. This is a far-off purchase (probably a year off unless some fantastic deal comes up) but I'd like to start dreaming about it.
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Read up on and watch the couple YouTube videos about my speakers (see my sig), particularly this one, including comments. Ignore the veneer in the video snapshot if you don’t like it. He offers severaloptions. Mine are walnut.

Email/call Fritz himself and talk to him about them. He’s happy to do that and is exceptionally knowledgeable. Mine are fantastic and are not his highest tier model.
 
Kris said:
I was originally going to upgrade my phono stage to the Sutherland Insight. Unfortunately my amp (NAD 326BEE) has been going into protection mode more frequently (every few days or so). I decided it was probably a better move to replace the amp first.

Adding together the cost of all the components, I decided to take @Slimwhit33's Luxman L-550 axii. I have always drooled over that amp and I'm very happy to give it a home.

I currently have the Polk LSIM 703 speakers which I actually really love. I like their size and I like how much bass they have and how I can have them fairly close to the wall. The only think I'm not so keen on is the look of them. I would prefer something more "retro". I have read up on all the specs and I think the Luxman will drive them just fine.

I had originally been sort of thinking about the JBL L82 as my next speaker, but reading online about Luxman, should I consider any others?

I've read that Harbeths are a good match, and Klipsch. I like the Klipsch Heresy look quite a bit (and can demo locally) but really don't want floor-standers. Anyone have suggestions in the up to $6K US (new) range for bookshelves? Hoping to find something used for about $4K or less. This is a far-off purchase (probably a year off unless some fantastic deal comes up) but I'd like to start dreaming about it.
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I’ve got the L82s. Absolutely love them.

Theres a new model either out or coming out so I’d expect the current range to be going at some knock down prices if you shop about a bit. I paid £1000 for mine boxed and new so almost half price compared to last years pricing
 
Kris said:
I was originally going to upgrade my phono stage to the Sutherland Insight. Unfortunately my amp (NAD 326BEE) has been going into protection mode more frequently (every few days or so). I decided it was probably a better move to replace the amp first.

Adding together the cost of all the components, I decided to take @Slimwhit33's Luxman L-550 axii. I have always drooled over that amp and I'm very happy to give it a home.

I currently have the Polk LSIM 703 speakers which I actually really love. I like their size and I like how much bass they have and how I can have them fairly close to the wall. The only think I'm not so keen on is the look of them. I would prefer something more "retro". I have read up on all the specs and I think the Luxman will drive them just fine.

I had originally been sort of thinking about the JBL L82 as my next speaker, but reading online about Luxman, should I consider any others?

I've read that Harbeths are a good match, and Klipsch. I like the Klipsch Heresy look quite a bit (and can demo locally) but really don't want floor-standers. Anyone have suggestions in the up to $6K US (new) range for bookshelves? Hoping to find something used for about $4K or less. This is a far-off purchase (probably a year off unless some fantastic deal comes up) but I'd like to start dreaming about it.
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If you can find somewhere near you that sells them I’d definitely look at the fyne audio vintage five bookshelves.

Fyne are a really interesting company, set up by the tannoy engineers when tannoy moved production overseas. Hand made in Scotland and some really interesting ideas. Also so efficient like klipsch and tannoy that anything will drive them.

The vintage and vintage classics have really piqued my interest and the vintage 5 is the bookshelf in those ranges.

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And speaking of fyne vintage if anyone has a spare €35k knocking about that they’d like to donate to me these are my current “dream” speaker.

I don’t think neighbour man would be as keen…

www.fyneaudio.com

Vintage Fifteen Floorstanding Speaker | Hi-Fi - FYNE AUDIO

Built in the UK and featuring a 15" IsoFlare, the flagship Vintage Fifteen is the full embodiment of Dr Paul Mills’ uncompromising design in a timeless aesthetic.
www.fyneaudio.com www.fyneaudio.com

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Joe Mac said:
And speaking of fyne vintage if anyone has a spare €35k knocking about that they’d like to donate to me these are my current “dream” speaker.

I don’t think neighbour man would be as keen…

www.fyneaudio.com

Vintage Fifteen Floorstanding Speaker | Hi-Fi - FYNE AUDIO

Built in the UK and featuring a 15" IsoFlare, the flagship Vintage Fifteen is the full embodiment of Dr Paul Mills’ uncompromising design in a timeless aesthetic.
www.fyneaudio.com www.fyneaudio.com

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If only I’d known these were around when I bought the JBLs!!!!

….. and also had an extra 34k spare
 
Kris said:
I was originally going to upgrade my phono stage to the Sutherland Insight. Unfortunately my amp (NAD 326BEE) has been going into protection mode more frequently (every few days or so). I decided it was probably a better move to replace the amp first.

Adding together the cost of all the components, I decided to take @Slimwhit33's Luxman L-550 axii. I have always drooled over that amp and I'm very happy to give it a home.
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As the owner of the Insight that was passed over, I’d say you made a fantastic choice in the Luxman!
 
Kris said:
I was originally going to upgrade my phono stage to the Sutherland Insight. Unfortunately my amp (NAD 326BEE) has been going into protection mode more frequently (every few days or so). I decided it was probably a better move to replace the amp first.

Adding together the cost of all the components, I decided to take @Slimwhit33's Luxman L-550 axii. I have always drooled over that amp and I'm very happy to give it a home.

I currently have the Polk LSIM 703 speakers which I actually really love. I like their size and I like how much bass they have and how I can have them fairly close to the wall. The only think I'm not so keen on is the look of them. I would prefer something more "retro". I have read up on all the specs and I think the Luxman will drive them just fine.

I had originally been sort of thinking about the JBL L82 as my next speaker, but reading online about Luxman, should I consider any others?

I've read that Harbeths are a good match, and Klipsch. I like the Klipsch Heresy look quite a bit (and can demo locally) but really don't want floor-standers. Anyone have suggestions in the up to $6K US (new) range for bookshelves? Hoping to find something used for about $4K or less. This is a far-off purchase (probably a year off unless some fantastic deal comes up) but I'd like to start dreaming about it.
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I think the Polks will sound fantastic…. One of the best bookshelf speaker I have personally listened to is the Spendor Classic 3/1. It does everything really well. I bet Mike at Hudson Valley HiFi would let you demo a pair.
 
Slimwhit33 said:
I think the Polks will sound fantastic…. One of the best bookshelf speaker I have personally listened to is the Spendor Classic 3/1. It does everything really well. I bet Mike at Hudson Valley HiFi would let you demo a pair.
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I’m making an appointment there and plan on trying whatever is in my budget. They also have Fyne which Joe mentioned. I’m making a list after work of all the recs.
 
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