I know we've got a few people here into that other man-hobby that you can pour your money into and watch your Wife's eyes roll regularly - home hifi. We moved to a detached house about a year ago for the first time which means I can finally upgrade my modest setup (B&W 6 series) to something bigger now the neighbours don't automatically have to enjoy our music too. It's not a world I've kept up to date with for probably 10 years. I've had my interest piqued by some of these 'heritage' reissues that some of the manufacturers appear to be doing. Vintage must be en vogue but I have to say I do think they look brilliant. Has anyone had any experience with them? Specifically the Wharfedale Super Linton or JBL L100? We listen to a range of music but largely jazz, soul and 60s/70s rock along with newer acts that fit those genres. Mostly the sort of thing Gilles Peterson would play. Some classical, although I'd generally favor warmth over clarity. They'll be used almost exclusively for vinyl. Perhaps very occasional digital playback. Alternatively, any speakers in that sort of range that you have heard and recommend checking out I'd be keen to hear about!

Dynaudio all the way! Check out their pro monitors as well as the domestic models. Neutral balance but unlike many so-called hi-fi speakers they actually have proper bass.

@"Rob666"#p77668 Great, thanks @"Rob666"#5 ! That’s ticked another box actually as I’m also looking for monitors for music production so will check out Dynaudio.

I really like focal as a speaker manufacturer. They are beautifully holographic at the top end and pair very well with Naim, Densen, and other amplifiers with a bit of breathing room at the top. It probably depends how much you have to spend and what you’re pairing them with to be honest.

Not so much music but my other hobby is home a/v. My choice of speakers are M&K, ideal for movies but not so good for music. Running a 7.2.2 system. Partner loves music but she has an echo for that 🤣🤣🤣

@"Jason1wood"#p77686 > @"Jason1wood"#p77686 Partner loves music but she has an echo for tha You tight sod 😋🤭😘 Just think gow impressed she would be if you got her something great to listen to. Echo 😭😭😭😭😭 does the record deck have a big metal cone sticking out of the side as well?!! 😘

@"HarveyMushman"#p77650 have you checked monitor audio? I have a pair of BX2 bronze from a few years back paired with a maranta amp, I think they’re great. Not sure one speaker set would serve dually for music production and for listening though - depends how particular you want to get!! I was into pro tools for a few years and had a pair of active jbls at home they were really good and not expensive

@"JahLaza"#p77699 Sorry to clarify the speakers for production will be a separate set. The hifi ones will just be for listening, mainly from a turntable source.

Project make a lovely little valve-driven phono stage that isn’t too expensive in the grand scheme of things (https://www.project-audio.com/en/product/tube-box-s2/) which sounds lovely if you’re listening to jazz. It brings a real warmth to the source that I never manage to replicate without valves. Something else to consider!

This is an entry level system i believe?…. (Not mine!!) [URL=https://i.imgur.com/JHBFFlO.png][IMG]https://i.imgur.com/JHBFFlO.png[/IMG][/URL] Just right @"Jason1wood"#647 to say sorry to your dearest 🤭

Anyone fancy trying my Old (not really vintage) speakers still going strong guess circa 1995 I keep being asked when they are going!! [URL=https://i.imgur.com/x0e3ets.jpeg][IMG]https://i.imgur.com/x0e3ets.jpeg[/IMG][/URL] 2 x mission 765i 2 x meridian a500 Recently replaced with 4 x fyne f501 as "they need to look the same at the front and back".

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