Recent content by BadGuitarist

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    My new Cambridge Audio CXA81 mkII lacks bass. Now what?

    I swapped my bass-light Cambridge amp for a Marantz PM7000N. I’ve paired it with a pair of Wharfedale Super Dentons and haven’t looked back. I used a sub with the Cambridge amp to try and increase the bass, but didn’t like the results, so swapped the amp out first. I found the Cambridge amp to...
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    Front ported stand mounts?

    Thank you! Every time I demo gear, I come away even more confused! Yes. My hope is to place the speakers close to the back wall, and have the flexibility to move them if circumstances dictate. I’m probably looking for something that doesn’t exist: a decent bass from a not too large speaker at a...
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    Front ported stand mounts?

    Hello. I am looking to replace my elderly stereo System with some modern gear and have limited options with speaker positioning. To this end I seek your advice and opinions on front ported stand mounted speakers. I am looking at buying a Marantz PM7000N streaming amp and have a budget of about...
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    New hi-fi purchase. Last was in the 1980s. Help!

    Happy to spend £1000 a £1750 on amp and speakers.
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    New hi-fi purchase. Last was in the 1980s. Help!

    Thank you. I did listen to the 12.3s at my first demo. I thought they were light in the bass department, and one piece of advice was to add a sub. I'm glad I didn't, and would prefer to get the bass from the speakers and amp if poss. I wonder if I am asking too much. I'm a bit embarrassed at...
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    New hi-fi purchase. Last was in the 1980s. Help!

    First post here, please be kind. I am a bit out of touch with modern gear and the buying choices are overwhelming. Hello. I am hoping to utilise your experience to buy a new hi-fi separates system. I need an amp and speakers to begin with, and will add to that later. My current gear is entry...