Hi would ma silver 50s be a significant upgrade from ma bronze 2?

[Snake charmer]

Hi everybody, was thinking about upgrading my speakers to the ma silver 50s and upgrading my Yamaha as500 to the audiolab 6000a…would love some feedback

 

[Al ears]

I don't know many here that could say a definite yes regarding either. Can you actually audition yourself?

 

[Snake charmer]

I don't know many here that could say a definite yes regarding either. Can you actually audition yourself?

Unfortunately not in a position to audition. Have heard some good reviews about the ma bronze 2s but regarding the silver 50s not much out there.

 

[Al ears]

Unfortunately not in a position to audition. Have heard some good reviews about the ma bronze 2s but regarding the silver 50s not much out there.

In that case you pay your money and take your chance, particularly if you are looking at changing amp as well.
I guess, if you don't like them, you can always sell them on.
There have been many a case, on paper, where what should be an upgrade turns out to be anything but.

 

[plastic penguin]

Hi everybody, was thinking about upgrading my speakers to the ma silver 50s and upgrading my Yamaha as500 to the audiolab 6000a…would love some feedback

No idea about the most recent MAs but have heard the RS6 with older Audiolab and it just sounded wrong: too mechanical or analytical for my taste.

MAs in general, regardless of age, tend to work best with lively but natural sounding amps, such as Arcam, Roksan, Creek, Audio Analogue, Leema, older NAD

 

[Snake charmer]

No idea about the most recent MAs but have heard the RS6 with older Audiolab and it just sounded wrong: too mechanical or analytical for my taste.

MAs in general, regardless of age, tend to work best with lively but natural sounding amps, such as Arcam, Roksan, Creek, Audio Analogue, Leema, older NAD

Hi thanks for that, but after doing some research have decided to get Rega brio as I mostly listen to vinyl, still undecided which speakers though…heard the b&w 606 may be a good match?

 

[plastic penguin]

Hi thanks for that, but after doing some research have decided to get Rega brio as I mostly listen to vinyl, still undecided which speakers though…heard the b&w 606 may be a good match?

What's your current amp, and why do you feel the need to change?

Regarding B&W speakers, They are not my fav -- they can be tricky to get the right synergy with amplification.

If you are serious about a change, look at Rotel with Bowers and Wilkins - it's the one combo that compliments each other. Otherwise look at a safer speaker (relatively speaking). There are plenty that fall into the same price bracket. The likes of Dali, Dynaudio, Focal etc etc. Personally prefer these as all-rounder over affordable B&Ws.

Please don't take my word for it, you may like the Bowers...you'll only know with a demo

 

[Snake charmer]

What's your current amp, and why do you feel the need to change?

Regarding B&W speakers, They are not my fav -- they can be tricky to get the right synergy with amplification.

If you are serious about a change, look at Rotel with Bowers and Wilkins - it's the one combo that compliments each other. Otherwise look at a safer speaker (relatively speaking). There are plenty that fall into the same price bracket. The likes of Dali, Dynaudio, Focal etc etc. Personally prefer these as all-rounder over affordable B&Ws.

Please don't take my word for it, you may like the Bowers...you'll only know with a demo

My current amp is a Yamaha as500 but feel it’s a bit bright and the Rega brio has a better phono stage I believe. I’m also not convinced with the b&ws…am tempted by the ma silver 50s as the 100s sadly outside my budget.

 

[plastic penguin]

My current amp is a Yamaha as500 but feel it’s a bit bright and the Rega brio has a better phono stage I believe. I’m also not convinced with the b&ws…am tempted by the ma silver 50s as the 100s sadly outside my budget.

Heard that exact model about 4 years ago. He uses KEF R300 and that balances the liveliness. Sounded rather good to my ears. I know a used pair might be outside your budget, but the R100 should do the trick. Affordable Yam + KEF Rs are a very good combo.

This person uses a newer, budget-friendly Thorens turntable. In isolation it sounded impressive for the price bracket.

 

[Snake charmer]

Heard that exact model about 4 years ago. He uses KEF R300 and that balances the liveliness. Sounded rather good to my ears. I know a used pair might be outside your budget, but the R100 should do the trick. Affordable Yam + KEF Rs are a very good combo.

This person uses a newer, budget-friendly Thorens turntable. In isolation it sounded impressive for the price bracket.

Cheers for that will check out the KEFs 👍

 

[plastic penguin]

Cheers for that will check out the KEFs 👍

With respect, don't get hung up on reviews. Technically the KEF R100 can be bettered, but Hi-fi is all about synergy. That combo works a treat, based on my personal experience

 

[gasolin]

Skip B&W 606 to avoid dealing with bright highs and amp/speaker cable,speaker matching

 

[aversaurus]

I'm a big fan of rega .I love the Mira but I would rethink the brio with the b&w speakers

 

[RoA]

Rega & Rega?

I know it seems crazy ...

 

[plastic penguin]

Rega & Rega?

I know it seems crazy ...

Seems quite logical. I've recommended the combo a couple of times before. As the combo is rarely tried I've given up....

 

[Snake charmer]

Skip B&W 606 to avoid dealing with bright highs and amp/speaker cable,speaker matching

I’ve decided not to go with the 606s..but considering the ma silver 100s or the KEFs..undecided.

 

[Snake charmer]

I'm a big fan of rega .I love the Mira but I would rethink the brio with the b&w speakers

yeah agree,won’t be getting the 606s…considering the ma silver 100s but unsure..