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Hi ellisdj, Thanks for your post re: Sony VPL-VW520ES. What I would say is that context matters; buying a 4K projector (of whatever quality) now is more justifiable now than it was twelve months ago because of the amount of 4K material available, so we have to work that into our decision when...

Hi crusaderlord It would be a shame to part with your Grado Sr325es(!) - I use them on a daily basis too, although obviously they aren't ideal for being out and about. If you're in need of good closed-backs, I'd definitely recommend the Sennheiser Momentum 2.0s - nice and portable, and more...

Hi Michal Welcome to the forum! Good choice on the Q Acoustics 3050s. Price-wise, the Arcam A19 is the highest we'd go with these speakers, and, to settle your uncertainties, are a good match for them. You don't mention what source you have, but if it's one that's of (or near to) the Arcam's...

Hi JohnKK Yes, we certainly like the 684 S2s, and we'd recommend the Rega Brio-R or, better yet, Arcam FMJ-A19 with them. They're good matches price-wise, although if your budget allows, we wouldn't hesistate turning to the pricier (just under £1000) Rega Elex-R: great rhthymic drive and...

Hi Simon It is a shame you can't stretch to the 2020is as they do get you a lot more sound-wise for just £30/40 more. But we understand, of course, if you're stuck to a tight budget! In that case, we'd consider two speakers over the Wharfedales: the Q Acoustic 2010i (the smaller versions of...

Hi asjd Can I ask what source you'll be using the headphones with: a portable music player/smartphone or a hi-fi system of sorts? Would you prefer over or on ears? And will you use it more in the home or on-the-go? There's more things to think about when buying headphones than you might think...

Hi Malifact The Q Acoustics Concept 20 (£350) are definitely your best bet, fitting your requirements sound-wise (bass is deep, and presentation clear, crisp and full). But if you're looking for a cheaper option, Wharfedale's Diamond range is a good place to look, however we'd go for the...

Hi luisandreferreira if it's a chice between the two (is that for any particular reason?), we'd go for the Q Acoustics. They are better performers in terms of detail, energy and refinement, and have a nicely rounded-off treble which should help balance out the Cambridge amp's (slightly)...

Hi Jimmy_b81 Welcome to the world of hi-fi! You've got a great budget for speakers, and if you're set on floorstanders there's more than a few options. If you can accommodate the B&W 683 S2s in your current living space (they are rather big!), then, from what we've heard, they are our first...

Hi sunny Good questions... First of all, soundbars/bases will never give you the immersive sound that 5.1 packages do. Physically, they can't. Yamaha has come the closest with their YSP range - simlply put, those soundbars are designed to beam sound in different directions, and to bounce off...

Hi kitkat, Zensor 3s are a great shout for your Marantz kit, but if you don't mind spending a bit more the B&W 685 S2s would certainly outlast your next CD/amp upgrade. I haven't heard the MR4s in a hi-fi set-up so couldn't comment, though if you want another recommendation for floorstanders...

Hi Peter We'd definitely consider the Rega Brio-R or cheaper Marantz PM6005; both would both be good options for your speakers... though if you're looking ahead to buy the B&W 685 S2s, the Arcam FMJ A19 amp will work brilliantly with them - albeit is slightly more expensive at around £600...

Hi KirkFL What can we say... the B&W 685 S2s are great (we'd go for them over the EB1s). If you can go to a dealer for a listen, we'd do so - and also try out the Focal Aria 906, Neat Iota (they really will save you room), Dali Ikon 1 M2 while you're there! Or the KEF LS50, if you can stretch...

Hi Unlucki! Nice system. The annoying answer: if there's nothing wrong with your system and you enjoy the way it sounds, don't change it!! Not convinced? Then yes, the Marantz PM6005 would indeed be a logical (albeit not huge) upgrade for your budget, especially given its hugely entertaining...

Hi Jackymg Good question - I wasn't aware the Yamaha YSP1400 had had such a dramatic cost cut. Both are good options, but it depends what you're after. The Yamaha has a bigger, more enveloping and solid sound (and no extra sub to house), whereas the Philips has slightly more expressive, and...