Recent content by russelk

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    B&W DM550 - worth buying second hand?

    Thanks, I hadn't thought of that. I'm going to go ahead and get the B&W simply because they're so cheap but I'll be keeping an eye on Ebay for a used ATC. I think the SCM11 is a little too big and imposing, the SCM7 might fit in better.
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    B&W DM550 - worth buying second hand?

    Thanks for the advice. I'm using a Creek Evolution amp and my source is a Slim Devices Transporter. It's actually a secondary system that sits with the TV in the living room so it's not used a lot. Due to space and aesthetic reasons, the front baffle of the speakers need to be in line with the...
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    B&W DM550 - worth buying second hand?

    Hi all, I'm considering getting a pair of B&W DM550 (from 1988-89) in very good condition for £45. Does anybody remember that far back? Were they any good and are they still worth getting? I've always wanted to try out a sealed-box speaker but these days you can't find any under £1000. It has to...