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A few weeks ago our new stereo arrived (Rega Brio R, Focal Chorus 714, Pro-ject Debut Carbon Esprit). To complete my contribution to consumer advice, hereby a review of our new set: The first impression: What a disappointment! After installing we tried a few records (Coleman Hawkins, Guns n...

I agree with the other comment, go and listen to it in a store. I was determined to buy these B&W's but was truly disappointed when listening to them in the store.

Nice to hear the positive reactions: makes me feel better about chosing these :). We are still waiting for the delivery, so I am not able actually confirm.

Thanks. I suppose it may save some time for people trying to arrange a hifi-set based on reviews :).

Two weeks ago my 20+ years old Sony stereo set announced its retirement. Since then I have been searching internet(forums) like a maniac to find the optimal replacement. After a listening session at a local hifi specialist (www.hifisolutions.nl) my girlfriend and I placed an order for an...