I don't own a LP but can you clarify for other members, has it always been 'lethargic' or is it just you feeling it could be better?matthewjh said:Hi, i have had my LP since 2012 and i'm looking to improve the sound.
Im using a Marantz CD6003 as the source and B&W 602 S3
is there a known combo to get the most from this amp?
It just feels lethargic to me at the moment
Matt
I was happy with it to start as I went from an AV amp to the LP. For 2 years I've been using the system very little (child and house decorating etc) but recently got back into listening again. I really want to keep the Leema as I know the speakers I have are dated and of a lower budget category. Ther LP was also a gift from my wife so holds sentimental value to me. I just can help but feel it could be brought more to life. My previous house living room was long and narrow, hard floors and very little soft furnishings. I always put the lack of authority and low end down to this. My new house has a square soft furnished living room. the bass is nice but I feel it could be smoother and more detailed. Does that m make sense? I'm open to floorstanders our standmounts. MattAl ears said:I don't own a LP but can you clarify for other members, has it always been 'lethargic' or is it just you feeling it could be better?matthewjh said:Hi, i have had my LP since 2012 and i'm looking to improve the sound.
Im using a Marantz CD6003 as the source and B&W 602 S3
is there a known combo to get the most from this amp?
It just feels lethargic to me at the moment
Matt
If so better in what way? Perhaps you might look at a new source rather than it being a problem that has suddenly manifested itself in the LP.
Thanks Drummer, I'll take a look at all those recommended. I'm currently using Chord Crimson Plus IC and Chord speaker cable.drummerman said:Different speakers and player or DAC.
Something from Rega should add speed and Hifime do some great optical ESS based DAC'S. Much cheaper than buying a new player. Refined but fast.
Then add some QED cabling. It brings out rhythm in music. The Revelation Signature is very good.
All this or at least part of it should add considerable pep to your amplifier.
Hi PP. From memory it took you a very, very long time to get comfortable with your Leema amplifier. Are they extremely system dependent or something?plastic penguin said:As you can see from my sig PMC 'i' series is an impressive match for the Pulse. Would also look at Leema Xeros or Xone speakers. Also consider Totem speakers but budget is crucial.
A better source will improve things but speakers will give you bigger bang for your buck.
It didn't take that long. Loved it from minute one.Gazzip said:Hi PP. From memory it took you a very, very long time to get comfortable with your Leema amplifier. Are they extremely system dependent or something?plastic penguin said:As you can see from my sig PMC 'i' series is an impressive match for the Pulse. Would also look at Leema Xeros or Xone speakers. Also consider Totem speakers but budget is crucial.
A better source will improve things but speakers will give you bigger bang for your buck.
They do a few, depending on what you need. There is also a Spdif/optical dac only. Connects via USB (Any usb phone charger will work).matthewjh said:Thanks Drummer, I'll take a look at all those recommended. I'm currently using Chord Crimson Plus IC and Chord speaker cable.drummerman said:Different speakers and player or DAC.
Something from Rega should add speed and Hifime do some great optical ESS based DAC'S. Much cheaper than buying a new player. Refined but fast.
Then add some QED cabling. It brings out rhythm in music. The Revelation Signature is very good.
All this or at least part of it should add considerable pep to your amplifier.
edit: something like this for the DAC?
HIFIMEDIY SABRE SPDIF DAC WITH HEADPHONE AMPLIFIER AND 230V POWER SUPPLY
- See more at: http://hifimediy.com/DACs/ready-made-dacs/spdif-dac-230V?sort=p.price&or...
They do different ones incl. a Spdif/optical one that runs of a standard phone charger.matthewjh said:Thanks Drummer, I'll take a look at all those recommended. I'm currently using Chord Crimson Plus IC and Chord speaker cable.drummerman said:Different speakers and player or DAC.
Something from Rega should add speed and Hifime do some great optical ESS based DAC'S. Much cheaper than buying a new player. Refined but fast.
Then add some QED cabling. It brings out rhythm in music. The Revelation Signature is very good.
All this or at least part of it should add considerable pep to your amplifier.
edit: something like this for the DAC?
HIFIMEDIY SABRE SPDIF DAC WITH HEADPHONE AMPLIFIER AND 230V POWER SUPPLY
- See more at: http://hifimediy.com/DACs/ready-made-dacs/spdif-dac-230V?sort=p.price&or...
+1 If that is OP's only source it should be perfectly adequate. Speakers mentioned are the way to go / audition. Might be nice to know a budget though.plastic penguin said:As you can see from my sig PMC 'i' series is an impressive match for the Pulse. Would also look at Leema Xeros or Xone speakers. Also consider Totem speakers but budget is crucial.
A better source will improve things but speakers will give you bigger bang for your buck.
PP, I bought the Leema around the same time as you. I demoed it against a Roksan at the time (you probably dont remember) and we both agreed that the low volume listening is incredible with the Leema.plastic penguin said:As you can see from my sig PMC 'i' series is an impressive match for the Pulse. Would also look at Leema Xeros or Xone speakers. Also consider Totem speakers but budget is crucial.
A better source will improve things but speakers will give you bigger bang for your buck.
I do actually remember you, although I can't recall the username. I know you said the sound with the B&Ws sounded a little bright. But once you got it home it was a different proposition.matthewjh said:PP, I bought the Leema around the same time as you. I demoed it against a Roksan at the time (you probably dont remember) I've lost my old username details hence the very few posts. I'm glad you've commented.plastic penguin said:As you can see from my sig PMC 'i' series is an impressive match for the Pulse. Would also look at Leema Xeros or Xone speakers. Also consider Totem speakers but budget is crucial.
A better source will improve things but speakers will give you bigger bang for your buck.
Matt
Why is that a safe choice? Got nothing against Leema speakers, I wouldn't know.plastic penguin said:
Because they are made to work with each other. As the OP would have trouble demoing then Leema speakers and amp, synergy wise, should work a treat.drummerman said:Why is that a safe choice? Got nothing against Leema speakers, I wouldn't know.plastic penguin said:
I am sure they make decent speakers. Still, its no safer than buying Boston speakers with Marantz or Focal with Naimplastic penguin said:Because they are made to work with each other. As the OP would have trouble demoing then Leema speakers and amp, synergy wise, should work a treat.drummerman said:Why is that a safe choice? Got nothing against Leema speakers, I wouldn't know.plastic penguin said:
Not if you paint the rear wall white.. ;-)matthewjh said:Thats a great find, but no way could i have white speakers. waaay to showy for my liking.
matt
Think you're making too much of the word "safe". I've recommended brands such as Rega speakers to posters who've owned a Rega amp and can't/won't dem. Usually I'd say "obvious choice" rather than "safe".drummerman said:I am sure they make decent speakers. Still, its no safer than buying Boston speakers with Marantz or Focal with Naimplastic penguin said:Because they are made to work with each other. As the OP would have trouble demoing then Leema speakers and amp, synergy wise, should work a treat.drummerman said:Why is that a safe choice? Got nothing against Leema speakers, I wouldn't know.plastic penguin said:Plenty of good speakers out there, including Leema.
I still do if I think it would be a good solution.plastic penguin said:Think you're making too much of the word "safe". I've recommended brands such as Rega speakers to posters who've owned a Rega amp and can't/won't dem. Usually I'd say "obvious choice" rather than "safe".drummerman said:I am sure they make decent speakers. Still, its no safer than buying Boston speakers with Marantz or Focal with Naimplastic penguin said:Because they are made to work with each other. As the OP would have trouble demoing then Leema speakers and amp, synergy wise, should work a treat.drummerman said:Why is that a safe choice? Got nothing against Leema speakers, I wouldn't know.plastic penguin said:Plenty of good speakers out there, including Leema.
Are Leema speakers any good? No idea, but one would expect them to synergise well with their sibling amp.
I remember years ago you went through a phase of recommending Rega speakers with Cyrus amps.
I can't/won't recommend any component unless I've heard it. But given that Leema started out making speakers long before amps, CDPs... you would have to assume that their speakers are sterling.drummerman said:I still do if I think it would be a good solution.plastic penguin said:Think you're making too much of the word "safe". I've recommended brands such as Rega speakers to posters who've owned a Rega amp and can't/won't dem. Usually I'd say "obvious choice" rather than "safe".drummerman said:I am sure they make decent speakers. Still, its no safer than buying Boston speakers with Marantz or Focal with Naimplastic penguin said:Because they are made to work with each other. As the OP would have trouble demoing then Leema speakers and amp, synergy wise, should work a treat.drummerman said:Why is that a safe choice? Got nothing against Leema speakers, I wouldn't know.plastic penguin said:Plenty of good speakers out there, including Leema.
Are Leema speakers any good? No idea, but one would expect them to synergise well with their sibling amp.
I remember years ago you went through a phase of recommending Rega speakers with Cyrus amps.
Problem with Rega speakers is that they're perhaps not the amazing value they were. Understandable when considering everything has gone up. I still think they seem absolutely in line with most other high quality manufacturers looking at the quality of hardware and especially considering Rega make their own drivers where many others buy them OEM. Interesting comment from Gandi stating that most customers and dealers want improved cosmetics rather than a change in sound so that's where Rega is concentrating on. - If it ain't broke ... .
Leema know what they're doing but for some reason the speakers don't quite seem to have catched the imagination of buyers or reviewers. Not sure why.
Anyway, Rega speakers = speed and fun with good bass. Great coherence, they play 'as one'.
Things may have moved on and I would certainly try your suggestion too especially in the context of a Leema component such as the OP's.