I can't really use any ear buds. I must have tiny ear canals because even the smallest ones hurt my ear holes after like an hour of use. But I hate normal headphones because my ears sweat like faucets. I was born to be a boombox man.
You’d develop shoulder spurs.
Probably. My body is cursed.
). I listen to music nearly all day while I work from home, mostly vinyl. I should mention that my “office” is attached to the living room off-axis. I’m probably going to upgrade my TT soon and seriously looking at the Technics 100C but currently have an ATLP120 preamp removed with an AT-VM540ML cart. Just got the Darlington Labs MM5A that is awesome. I also stream music through a Sonos Port and have a CD player hooked up too. Music preferences are all across the board. I need something that is decent for all genres preferably.
Safe and Sound are still closing out the L82 Classics for $1500 and ListenUp have the stands for $275.Looking for some speaker recs!
I’m looking to finally buy some decent speakers after having some old budget Polk Audio R30 speakers that my dad gave me. I’m currently running the Yamaha A-S801. Room is ~25’x13’ with 8’ ceilings (popcorn ceiling!
I’d like to keep the speakers floor standers , less of a hassle with kiddos and dog running around. Budget is about $1500 but could possibly stretch that a touch. I’m fine with B stock and open box items too. I’d like a musical speaker where it won’t be fatiguing to listen to all day but also something that is exciting to listen to if I want to critically listen and get that impact.
I don’t really have much access (or time) to hifi stores where I can demo anything in particular. I’ve been looking at the Wharfedale Evo 4.3 or 4.4 and they seem to fit the bill. Anyone heard or have them in their system? I know the Lintons are a favorite but surprisingly my wife does not care for the looks of them and also requested sticking with floorstanders. Should also note that these will be sticking closer to the wall out of necessity.
Thanks!
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I’m looking to finally buy some decent speakers after having some old budget Polk Audio R30 speakers that my dad gave me. I’m currently running the Yamaha A-S801. Room is ~25’x13’ with 8’ ceilings (popcorn ceiling!
I’d like to keep the speakers floor standers , less of a hassle with kiddos and dog running around. Budget is about $1500 but could possibly stretch that a touch. I’m fine with B stock and open box items too. I’d like a musical speaker where it won’t be fatiguing to listen to all day but also something that is exciting to listen to if I want to critically listen and get that impact.
I don’t really have much access (or time) to hifi stores where I can demo anything in particular. I’ve been looking at the Wharfedale Evo 4.3 or 4.4 and they seem to fit the bill. Anyone heard or have them in their system? I know the Lintons are a favorite but surprisingly my wife does not care for the looks of them and also requested sticking with floorstanders. Should also note that these will be sticking closer to the wall out of necessity.
Thanks!
The Music Room is worth checking out for great used gear.
While technically bookshelf speakers, I'd still consider looking into the Linton's. On their stands they're plenty heavy, aren't going to topple over easily and is a fantastic speaker, easy to listen to. Like others have mentioned, look for open box deals, this comes along for Linton's so you could score a pair with stand well within your budget, that said, your budget is pretty close to a new pair with stands.
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Didn’t even ask me for a coupon code. SMH.
You missed the most important part…While technically bookshelf speakers, I'd still consider looking into the Linton's. On their stands they're plenty heavy, aren't going to topple over easily and is a fantastic speaker, easy to listen to. Like others have mentioned, look for open box deals, this comes along for Linton's so you could score a pair with stand well within your budget, that said, your budget is pretty close to a new pair with stands.
Wharfedale - Linton 85th Anniversary Bookshelf Speakers with Stands (Pair)
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Haha! Like I said, I’m really surprised she didn’t like the look since they have that vintage cool look that she generally likes! I still want a pair at some point though. If I ever build a second system in my basement, those would be high on the list.
All the floorstanders I recommended earlier have rear ports. Some are more sensitive to wall placement than others.
Hmmm?
Great deal, rear ports.
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@mitchwagz — recommend calling TMR if you see something you like , new or used. Great shop that, if you schmooz them a little and maybe give them a chance to talk you up to a pricier tier (so start talking about something below what you want), there is a good chance they will work something out with you, at least for new stuff. They may have less flexibility on used but I wouldn’t hesitate to try.
DOAH!!! And I freakin' went back and read it again because I thought it was odd nobody mentioned them, lol.
