Though the system still lacks the bass extension and scale that I have heard on a few bigger systems, it does most other things pretty well and it is particularly suited for the types of smaller scale music that I so enjoy. I continue to marvel at how much information is in those tiny grooves. Vinyl really is an extremely high resolution format.
Frankly, i am beginning to think it to be inexcusable for any speaker manufacturer to sell a speaker that cannot drop down to at least 30Hz clean...I don't care what the price is that they are asking for their wares.
I do agree that the likelihood of a REL matching up with Peter's Magico Mini 2's is pretty good. I think the REL's are superb at matching up with quick monitors. I moved my REL today due to adding a new amp stand ( another Zoethecus...these are so good, such a shame that they went out of biz) into the place where the REL was previously ( couldn't place the amp anywhere else in my small room) and within about an hour, I had re-dialed the sub back into the system so that once again it was seamless.
I think it would be VERY worthwhile for Peter to try a REL in his room, I suspect he will be amazed.
OTOH, it is very true that small rooms, like mine and Peter's ( which I'm pretty sure is actually considerably larger than mine) will NOT portray the sense of scale that a large floor stander like the Q7 or Alex XLF can bring to the party. A shame,as this is a pretty big part of the portrayal of symphonic music ( IF you want to believe that you are at the "live" event). However, I do think that the generally greater intimacy of the smaller room and the ability of the smaller monitor to portray this important aspect, is almost enough to make up for the lack of scale. Almost.
This is the way to set up a system, integrated into a living room and not some purpose-built austere surroundings. I am impressed also with your support for the turntable as my SME 20/3A will have nothing like that when it is delivered this week. I am using a light, sturdy support stand and hoping for the best. Congratulations and try a little Diana Krall, especially her earlier work, which should fit into your listening patterns. Candy for the ears. Happy listening.
Thank you Cascais. I'm rather proud of the wooden rack that I designed and built. It is significantly more rigid than the Zoethecus rack I used to own. That one could easily sway side to side when pushed gently. My DIY rack is very heavy, very solid, and I can not get it to move in any direction. I suppose the 400 lbs of metal on the top shelf helps in that regard. I don't know how it performs relative to audiophile grade racks, but it does provide an extremely sturdy support. Each of my components is individually isolated either on Townshend Seismic Sinks or the ballasted Vibraplane, as you can see from the photographs.
I very much enjoy Diana Krall's "Love Scenes", though, sadly, I only have it on a CD which I can not play on my analog only system. I had one of her early records reissued on LP, but the mastering or pressing was so bad, that I can not play it. She is a good artist. I do play much of that kind of music on my system. Lately I've been enjoying Melody Gardot, Shirley Horn, Carla White, and of course, Ella.
Congratulations on your new SME 20/3A. Which cartridge and phono cable will you be using?
Both his room dimensions coincide with approx that frequency.Re subs, Peter's room has a substantial room resonance at 40 Hz. Though I don't know for sure, I had the impression that it was fundamentally related to the wonderful old - and relatively untouchable - construction of the homes in his area. They date back for centuries.
Wonderful setup!
Both his room dimensions coincide with approx that frequency.
Good thing is it's often easier to fix in those cases.
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