Used speakers to match Cyrus 8 amp?

abozo

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I've just obtained a used Cyrus 8 amp, with which I've already fallen in love despite only connecting it to a pair of humble Mission M73s.

I've read as much as I can find online and I've also asked on another forum for advice on used speakers to match this amp but I'm keen to get as many opinions as possible before I buy. Auditioning is more difficult on the used market.

My budget is £250 max, used. The room is about 16'x12' and I can easily keep the speakers away from walls.

I listen to a strange mix of heavily scored classical and indie/rock. My wife (still 18 at heart) listens to a lot of dance. Too much to ask for in one set of speakers?

What I really don't want to do is introduce bass boom. I've had a system like that before and consequently never used it.

I bought a Wharfedale SW150 a while ago to boost a thin, cheap system but I really don't mind saying goodbye to that. Or I could just connect it up and leave it off until my wife needs her bass fix?

I'm open to all opinions, advice and personal experience.

Thanks in advance.
 

abozo

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Thanks for your advice. After doing some research on those, I am quite tempted. But then I need some decent stands too.

I always have a problem with sticking to a budget in fear of missing out on something a little more expensive but much better. And now I'm even looking at some Audiovector Mi3 Supers that are going for £500. Glug. But I can't really audition them and if they don't suit my system/room.....

Any comments?
 
abozo said:
Thanks for your advice. After doing some research on those, I am quite tempted. But then I need some decent stands too.

I always have a problem with sticking to a budget in fear of missing out on something a little more expensive but much better. And now I'm even looking at some Audiovector Mi3 Supers that are going for £500. Glug. But I can't really audition them and if they don't suit my system/room.....

Any comments?

I've no experience of Audiovectors. Sorry can't comment. But if you're tempted try and source from a dealer that has a returns policy. Also make clear your situation. Any reputable dealer should understand and agree.
 

28marcus

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Hi, I've tried dynaudios and whilst awesome sound I always had a problem with imaging. I've tried, rega's and others and settled on S5e by Spendor. Great imaging, awesome depth, unfussy about positioning (unlike the dyn's). If you go to hi-fi for sale . com there are a couple of pairs for sale (not mine).

Like you you I play all sorts from indie rock to classical, jazz, dance and can't fault them.

good luck
 

28marcus

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Hi, I've tried dynaudios and whilst awesome sound I always had a problem with imaging. I've tried, rega's and others and settled on S5e by Spendor. Great imaging, awesome depth, unfussy about positioning (unlike the dyn's). If you go to hi-fi for sale . com there are a couple of pairs for sale (not mine).

Like you you I play all sorts from indie rock to classical, jazz, dance and can't fault them.

good luck

They are so good I had to say it twice.....don't know what happened there
 

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