B&w 685 s2 question

[Nordskog]

Hello, Are these speakers worth buying 2nd hand with wall mounts for 200 gbp, or are there better options around that price? Im looking to upgrade the two Kef e305 in front, and have limited space. Im a student and dont want to pay full price for a new set of b&w 606 etc.

 

[Dom]

Usually 2nd hand gets you speakers that are already at there optimum performance. It's not like buying a 2nd hand car! Probably will last 30+ years. I don't know better options, I'm sure others will advise you on it.

 

[Deleted member 2457]

Hello, Are these speakers worth buying 2nd hand with wall mounts for 200 gbp, or are there better options around that price? Im looking to upgrade the two Kef e305 in front, and have limited space. Im a student and dont want to pay full price for a new set of b&w 606 etc.

Here are some B&W speakers which have discounts you could look at to see if they are any good:

Clearance Speakers / Soundbases | Ex Display | Open Box | Sevenoaks Sound and Vision

Sevenoaks Sound and Vision - Specialist Hi-Fi and Home Cinema retailer

www.sevenoakssoundandvision.co.uk

 

[Deleted member 2457]

What about the B&W 607 speakers see here for WHF review:

B&W 607 review

A stunning pair of stereo speakers

www.whathifi.com

Sevenoaks have them on discount see above post.

 

[Deleted member 2457]

See here:

B&W 607 (Black) Speakers (Pair)

The Bowers & Wilkins 607 bookshelf loudspeaker in the new 600 Series from Bowers & Wilkins transforms your space with pristine sound.

www.sevenoakssoundandvision.co.uk

Includes a 6 year warranty and a good price.

 

[bigboss]

Are you a moderator gel? Nice!!

 

[Al ears]

Those are pretty big speakers to wall mount.....

 

[Nordskog]

Thank you all! I also got a good offer on some Dynaudio emit mk10. Also interested in the quad s2! What do you think? Placing will be crucial as I dont a lot og space for adjustments. I did read somewhere that the mk10 arent that affected by positioning ( on a shelf near two walls etc)

 

[chris661]

All speakers are affected by positioning.
Is it possible to audition any of the speakers you're thinking of buying?

Chris

 

[Nordskog]

Unfortunately not. All ive been doing the last week have been reading up reviews and peoples opinion to my own personal opinion. While my kefs are good, I have grown out of them, and would prefare a more detailed and airy speaker.

 

[manicm]

200 quid for 685 s2? Go for it.