- Apr 8, 2010
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Hi
I currently have an entry level NAD CD/amp with B&W 686 but I'm not really enjoying the sound. The treble needs pushing up and the bass needs taking down, otherwise it sounds dull and boomy (in a bad way). I tried the ports with no real improvement. Positioning very tricky, too.
Also, I mostly listen through iTunes these days and thought to go active - to reduce the clutter. I am looking for some great active lounge speakers that can be versatile for engaging listens and referencing alongside background (longer term) listens and the occasional movie.
I tried the ADM9.1 this week and they sounded pretty good to me, although quite expensive as I have always existed in sub £1000 for an entire setup in the past. I have seen the Quad 11L Actives but have not found anywhere to try them. They are quite a bit cheaper (seen them for as little as £450) so compared to £1100 it's quite a difference.
What's the view on either of these? Which would you go for? I can afford the ADM but wondered if the extra cost is really worth any potential difference over the Quads?
Alternatively, would you suggest another speaker over these two? My music tastes are broad, the room is about 4.5 x 4.5m.
Any help is much appreiated - it's my first hi-fi forum and the exchange seemed very knowledgeable on previous threads!
Thanks.
I currently have an entry level NAD CD/amp with B&W 686 but I'm not really enjoying the sound. The treble needs pushing up and the bass needs taking down, otherwise it sounds dull and boomy (in a bad way). I tried the ports with no real improvement. Positioning very tricky, too.
Also, I mostly listen through iTunes these days and thought to go active - to reduce the clutter. I am looking for some great active lounge speakers that can be versatile for engaging listens and referencing alongside background (longer term) listens and the occasional movie.
I tried the ADM9.1 this week and they sounded pretty good to me, although quite expensive as I have always existed in sub £1000 for an entire setup in the past. I have seen the Quad 11L Actives but have not found anywhere to try them. They are quite a bit cheaper (seen them for as little as £450) so compared to £1100 it's quite a difference.
What's the view on either of these? Which would you go for? I can afford the ADM but wondered if the extra cost is really worth any potential difference over the Quads?
Alternatively, would you suggest another speaker over these two? My music tastes are broad, the room is about 4.5 x 4.5m.
Any help is much appreiated - it's my first hi-fi forum and the exchange seemed very knowledgeable on previous threads!
Thanks.