First system set up - Help!

[shamps01]

Hi,

I am building an extension (4m x 4.7m) to act as a movei/music room with the main focus for sound quality on music.

Room is square with no external windows on the walls and a set of double french doors leading off a dining room.

Looking to have a Project Debut Carbon Turntable possibly into a phono-stage then into an Arcam FMJ A19 amplifier.

Was looking to have B&W635 on stands as the speakers but Richer Sounds dont have an account with B&W and are trying to sway me onto Dali/Focal/Monitor etc. but I am getting a bit confused around the best speakers to have to suit the set up - IE paired with the Arcam.

Any thoughts - budget for the speakers is around the £600 mark.

We are also putting a 55" TV through the Yamaha YSP4500 Soundbar but want to keep the two systems separate for sound quality

Thanks in advance

Shamps.

 

[rainsoothe]

Well, people seem to like B&W 685 s2 a lot when partnered with the A19, and I can understand why, since they balance it's warm nature. I got a deal recently, and bought the A19 together with Focal Aria 906 standmounts. I love their sound, they're warm, relaxed but detailed and NOT boring. Audition if you can, but they go great together imo.

 

[Covenanter]

There is no substitute for listening! People on here can doubtless give you a steer but then you need to go and listen. If the dealer can't provide the kit go somewhere else.

Chris

PS People will want to know your musical tastes.

 

[shamps01]

Going to audition this weekend with the A19 amp and KEF LS50 and B&W685's to get an idea - read some mixed reviews about the LS50 so will see how these sound.

Room is square, carpeted with no curtains as it doesnt have any windows in it - would that make a difference?

 

[rainsoothe]

Sounds like a normal room. might need some damping on the walls (bookshelves, couch, that kind of stuff). Happy auditioning.