My next upgrade?

[Overdose]

The BK is still a relatively large box for my small living room and might look a little imposing. As much as I favour performance over aesthetics, there's remains an element of compromise in this regard from my end.

How about a down firing sub to double up as sidetable duties? Part of the furniture so to speak.

 

[CnoEvil]

The Yamaha doesn't offer much in the way of subwoofer EQ options. At the moment I'm torn between giving the Teac CDP a try on the basis that it could be returned, and selling my sub and buying a BK monolith. The BK is still a relatively large box for my small living room and might look a little imposing. As much as I favour performance over aesthetics, there's remains an element of compromise in this regard from my end.

The Monolith is a very big ported sub, which won't be as "tight" as a sealed one, and may over-power a small room. The next one down (XLS 400) might be better - but why not ring them, tell them what you are trying to achieve and in what size and shape of room...and ask their advice. They are very helpful.

 

[CnoEvil]

If by 40 years you're referring to your overall age, I'm not far behind you. If you mean 40 years as an enthusiast, I've got some catching up to do! :twisted:

Unfortunately it's the latter!

 

[strapped for cash]

Yes, I'm not sure why I referenced the Monolith in my previous post. The name of course denotes that it's a big one... The 200 might do it; and isn't prohibitively expensive, either.

I'm now contemplating pushing the boat out by selling my Radiance sub, buying a BK 200, while also looking at the Teac. Once any of us start considering upgrades we're torn between a desire for discernable improvement and a need for financial restraint.

As you suggest, a phone call to BK (and a Teac retailer) have been added to my Monday "to do" list.

 

[strapped for cash]

If by 40 years you're referring to your overall age, I'm not far behind you. If you mean 40 years as an enthusiast, I've got some catching up to do! :twisted:

Unfortunately it's the latter!

I'm listening to Dylan's "It's not Dark Yet" in response to this post. :shifty:

 

[CnoEvil]

As you suggest, a phone call to BK (and a Teac retailer) have been added to my Monday "to do" list.

Try to find a Teak dealer who also sells Rega, as he will give better insight! :shifty:

Whatever else happens, the Teak with the BK should bring about a significant improvement.

Let us know how it goes.

 

[strapped for cash]

Sounds like very good advice, thanks Cno.

I'll put thoughts of upgrading to bed for now, as I've got non forum-related writing to focus on. I'll let you know how I get on in light of future enquiries...