Elac 3.0 DB 53 vs. Wharfedale Diamond 12.1 i vs. Kef Q1Meta

[Tibor]

Hello !
I am looking for a speaker for my second system.
Which speaker has silkiest treble and stronger bass? I would prefer a warmer sound.

The amp is Marantz PM 7000N, which has a bright treble (this is my opinion).
The sourse is Tidal from Marantz.

 

[Witterings]

Hello !
I am looking for a speaker for my second system.
Which speaker has silkiest treble and stronger bass? I would prefer a warmer sound.

The amp is Marantz PM 7000N, which has a bright treble (this is my opinion).
The sourse is Tidal from Marantz.

I've not heard each individual speaker but I have Elac Debut B5.2's and Wharfedale Diamond 9.1's, both brands are generally known for a warm sound .... some of the Kef's higher up the chain I've sometimes heard can have a slight edge to the top end but that's not personal experience, it's just what I've seen when I've been researching potential purchases.

Elac B6.2's may be worth a look at, they'll likely have the same top end as my 5.2's but a bigger overall sound / presentation and stronger bass.

 

[nopiano]

In this size and price range the Q Acoustics 3020i and 3030i are on the warmer side of neutral with a smooth treble. I’ve not heard the Wharfedale or the Elac enough to comment, although the Q meta series seem to be balanced on the mellow side, based on the Q11 and Q Concerto reviews I’ve read.

So, of your three I’d try the KEF, but the QA are a good alternative. Bear in mind the newer series is 30xxC rather than i, so expect a discount on the i range.

 

[Tibor]

Thank you. I think I will looking for a Q acoustics Concept 20 or 3020i or Kef Q150.
Any experience with Wharfedale Diamond 12.1 i? Warm or neutral or bright speaker?

 

[Al ears]

Thank you. I think I will looking for a Q acoustics Concept 20 or 3020i or Kef Q150.
Any experience with Wharfedale Diamond 12.1 i? Warm or neutral or bright speaker?

Wharfedale are neutral in my opinion, they certainly are not bright. I had the Diamond 9.1.
Not heard the 12.1 but guess it is very similar.

 

[gasolin]

Whardale diamond 12.1 i are not bright at all (roomfit)

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[matthewpianist]

I had Debut 3.0 DB6.3 for a while, and found them warm in the bass, rolled off in the treble and a little diffuse in the midrange. They didn't suit me, but they might give you the warmth you're seeking, and I suspect the smaller 5.3 are better balanced.

 

[Witterings]

I had Debut 3.0 DB6.3 for a while, and found them warm in the bass, rolled off in the treble and a little diffuse in the midrange. They didn't suit me, but they might give you the warmth you're seeking, and I suspect the smaller 5.3 are better balanced.

This reminded me of a comment I saw going back a year or so ago comparing the 5.2's to the 6.2's and it said similar, that the 5.2's sound was overall better balanced.

Must admit my 5.2's are brilliant for what they cost, I'm thinking about upgrading my amp and doing away with the sub so was giving my kitchen / living room system a "real" listen to earlier and I have to say they're absolutely brilliant at their price point and present as a bigger speaker than they actually are.