If they sound as good as they look £1,200 wouldn't be too bad.steve_1979 said:
Pedro2 said:I think it's about time that I listened to some active speakers. It's been one of those 'must get round to it' things that we all experience at different times in life and now I've just got to scratch the active itch!
Paulq probably pushed me over the edge recently by purchasing a second hand Linn active system that cost less than his passive speakers. Previously, we both shared the same Linn streamer/pre-amp as well as the amazing Nord 500 up power amp.
I believe, rightly or wrongly, that to get a better sound out of a passive system than the one I presently own is either going to be a thankless task or a hugely expensive one (or both). However, the thought of using the Linn Akurate streamer/pre straight into a pair of quality actives is just so appealing.
So here's the short list:
1) AVI DM5 or DM10
2) AE1a
3) ATC SCM19a
The DM5s are probably the long shot here although I could combine with a BK Sub that my daughter has stored in her loft. I expect the DM10s to sound very good from all of the reviews and comments, although the recent £500 price hike is a bit eye watering. The new AE1a will be very interesting as not many have heard it. It ticks many of my boxes, however, as it doesn't include a DAC (I don't need one) and has XLR connections (the Linn also uses balanced outputs). I can also control the volume easily using the Linn Akurate's pre-amp.
Finally, the ATCs are a dark horse entry. Had not really considered them at all until my better half wondered why an ATC active wasn't on the list. I'm very lucky in this respect; I have a wife who loves music and who takes a passing interest in HiFi, She also believes that money well spent on good music reproduction is money well spent; amazing! The active SCM19a are floorstanders (unlike the others on the list) and cost considerably more than the others. So they better sound good!
I haven't completely ruled out Linn active (or aktiv) kit but it would require another amp (with active cards) and unless bought second hand, would require a small lottery win. So for now, I'm going down the straight forward route.
Not sure how long this journey will last (probably a couple of months) but will keep you all posted.
shadders said:Hi,
If you have balanced outputs on your existing equipment, then maybe try studio monitors, as they seem to be quite cheap compared to domestic hifi for the same specification.
Regards,
Shadders.
Hi Andrew,Andrewjvt said:shadders said:Hi,
If you have balanced outputs on your existing equipment, then maybe try studio monitors, as they seem to be quite cheap compared to domestic hifi for the same specification.
Regards,
Shadders.
Hi shadders
Im not sure if you were talking to me or someone else but i have no balanced outputs.
shadders said:Hi Andrew,Andrewjvt said:shadders said:Hi,
If you have balanced outputs on your existing equipment, then maybe try studio monitors, as they seem to be quite cheap compared to domestic hifi for the same specification.
Regards,
Shadders.
Hi shadders
Im not sure if you were talking to me or someone else but i have no balanced outputs.
I was responding to Pedro2, as he stated his Linn system had balanced outputs.
Regards,
Shadders.
Pedro2 said:I think it's about time that I listened to some active speakers. It's been one of those 'must get round to it' things that we all experience at different times in life and now I've just got to scratch the active itch!
Paulq probably pushed me over the edge recently by purchasing a second hand Linn active system that cost less than his passive speakers. Previously, we both shared the same Linn streamer/pre-amp as well as the amazing Nord 500 up power amp.
I believe, rightly or wrongly, that to get a better sound out of a passive system than the one I presently own is either going to be a thankless task or a hugely expensive one (or both). However, the thought of using the Linn Akurate streamer/pre straight into a pair of quality actives is just so appealing.
So here's the short list:
1) AVI DM5 or DM10
2) AE1a
3) ATC SCM19a
The DM5s are probably the long shot here although I could combine with a BK Sub that my daughter has stored in her loft. I expect the DM10s to sound very good from all of the reviews and comments, although the recent £500 price hike is a bit eye watering. The new AE1a will be very interesting as not many have heard it. It ticks many of my boxes, however, as it doesn't include a DAC (I don't need one) and has XLR connections (the Linn also uses balanced outputs). I can also control the volume easily using the Linn Akurate's pre-amp.
Finally, the ATCs are a dark horse entry. Had not really considered them at all until my better half wondered why an ATC active wasn't on the list. I'm very lucky in this respect; I have a wife who loves music and who takes a passing interest in HiFi, She also believes that money well spent on good music reproduction is money well spent; amazing! The active SCM19a are floorstanders (unlike the others on the list) and cost considerably more than the others. So they better sound good!
I haven't completely ruled out Linn active (or aktiv) kit but it would require another amp (with active cards) and unless bought second hand, would require a small lottery win. So for now, I'm going down the straight forward route.
Not sure how long this journey will last (probably a couple of months) but will keep you all posted.
Hi,Electro said:The new PMC MB3 and BB6 active monitors, way beyond my budget but I can dream. *i-m_so_happy*
https://pmc-speakers.com/products/professional/active/mb3
https://pmc-speakers.com/products/professional/active/bb6
shadders said:Hi,Electro said:The new PMC MB3 and BB6 active monitors, way beyond my budget but I can dream. *i-m_so_happy*
https://pmc-speakers.com/products/professional/active/mb3
https://pmc-speakers.com/products/professional/active/bb6
Does anyone know what connectors are used to connect the power amplifier to the speakers ?.
Thanks and regards,
Shadders.
muljao said:Would this be a good set up (In anyones opinion for a room approx 5m x 5m)
Arcam Irdac ii preamp
Yamaha HS8 speakers
Just testing the waters- I also am keen on the M dac + and wonder would it need even higher end speakers to get the best out of this.
I assume the set up would be to have the speakers turned to full volume at all time sand control vol with the preamp? Would RCA to 6.3mm jack from unbalanced (arcam) into that balanced jack on the speaker be ok?
shadders said:Hi,Electro said:The new PMC MB3 and BB6 active monitors, way beyond my budget but I can dream. *i-m_so_happy*
https://pmc-speakers.com/products/professional/active/mb3
https://pmc-speakers.com/products/professional/active/bb6
Does anyone know what connectors are used to connect the power amplifier to the speakers ?.
Thanks and regards,
Shadders.
Hi,Electro said:shadders said:Hi,Electro said:The new PMC MB3 and BB6 active monitors, way beyond my budget but I can dream. *i-m_so_happy*
https://pmc-speakers.com/products/professional/active/mb3
https://pmc-speakers.com/products/professional/active/bb6
Does anyone know what connectors are used to connect the power amplifier to the speakers ?.
Thanks and regards,
Shadders.
I don't know for sure but I would guess they use speakon connectors and heavy duty speaker cable.
All the processing, DSP, amplification etc is outside the speakers so it would be short cables conected directly to the drive units.
Scroll down to page 28 for a connection diagram.