whats the best complete system youve ever had at any price
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Al ears
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The one I have at the moment. 
(I don't think many people deliberately take a backward step with their hifi so, presumably, the answer will be the same from most forumees.)
(I don't think many people deliberately take a backward step with their hifi so, presumably, the answer will be the same from most forumees.)
plastic penguin
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Al ears
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i think it will be true of a lot of guys on here although i do know of lots of others that wish theyd not sold stuff in the past
Al ears said:
Not my current system at all, this from about 15 years ago......
SME20A, Koetsu Red cartridge, custom balanced arm cable.
ARC Phono Stage 2
ARC LS2 line level pre-amplifier
ARC D400 Mk2 power amp
Martin Logan CLSIIz full range electrostatics
Rel Strata subwoofer, 2 units.
Very picky on recordings but with the right one, wow.
matt49
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davedotco said:
As I'm learning, Martin Logans do increase the gap between bad and good recordings.
You wouldn't believe this, Dave, but in reconfiguring my system this afternoon (setting up new Mac mini etc etc) I accidentally put some Abba on, and it actually sounds pretty damned good.
Matt
matt49 said:
I know, I onced played the soundtrack to the film Amadeus, much the same thing really...... 8)
matthewpiano
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It all depends what basis 'best' is judged on. Ideally for me, the 'best' hi-fi system is the one that brings you the most musical enjoyment. On that basis I would say probably one of my early systems - possibly the Sony CDP-597, Pioneer PL12D, Rotel RA920AX, and B&W DM302s.
Of systems I've had in recent years I'd probably pick out a NAD C521BEE/C325BEE combo with Mordaunt-Short MS902i, or one of the Marantz set-ups I've had - CD/PM6003 with Dali Lektor 2s or the MCR610.
Of systems I've had in recent years I'd probably pick out a NAD C521BEE/C325BEE combo with Mordaunt-Short MS902i, or one of the Marantz set-ups I've had - CD/PM6003 with Dali Lektor 2s or the MCR610.
yes i think youre right as its not always the systems we have now that may not be the best. i really enjoy my little marantz now but there have been systems in the past i.d wish i.d kept hold of, i.m sure theres a few guys on here who feel like that
my best music system from the early 90s,marantz cd63,cambridge audio dacmagic,marantz pm84 m2,mission 752,sounded awesome with all kinds of music. :cheers:
For me, my current system, but lots of love for the Mission 752 / Sansui 217 or 717 amps with whatever CD player you like and my Mission 751 / Arcam Alpha 5 and Marantz CD52 Mk II player. The Mission 75 series is the key here, terrific range and the Tannoys share many of those qualities and possibly improve on them in my current room.
steve_1979
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Marantz cd63 ki sig, Arcam Alpha 9/9p, Mission 752F. It just seemed to make everything enjoyable, regardless of genre, or quality of production etc. If I knew then what I know now, I would still have it. But we always think we can improve on what we have, when actually it usually unbalances things, or gives something but takes something else away. That system was a lot of fun
Electro
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As most others it's is my current system .
My system now is far better than I ever dreamed was possible 20 years ago and is now at least the equal of the best I have ever heard .
Why ? , because it puts real live sounding music with all the dynamics and emotion of live music in front of me whenever I want it .
My system is the nearest I will ever get to playing a musical instrument
My system now is far better than I ever dreamed was possible 20 years ago and is now at least the equal of the best I have ever heard .
Why ? , because it puts real live sounding music with all the dynamics and emotion of live music in front of me whenever I want it .
My system is the nearest I will ever get to playing a musical instrument
Gazzip
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My current system although I am yet to find a pair of speakers as agile as the KEF R300's I used to own. Even the IB2's struggle in comparison. The soundstage from the R300's was also amazing. In front, behind, to the side, instruments everywhere!
I was was also very fond of the Audiolab 8000C P combo with CD63 KI Sig CDP and Mission 753's that I almost bankrupted myself buying at university 20 years ago. My fondness may however be based on the context, good times, and the things I was up to back then, very, very good times!
I was was also very fond of the Audiolab 8000C P combo with CD63 KI Sig CDP and Mission 753's that I almost bankrupted myself buying at university 20 years ago. My fondness may however be based on the context, good times, and the things I was up to back then, very, very good times!
John Duncan
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NaimUniti and Neat Petite SX. The Neats were only borrowed though so after that it would be the Uniti plus PMC DB1i.
EDIT - Musical Fidelity X-Ray an X-80 with Tannoy Revolution 2 was quite special as well.
EDIT - Musical Fidelity X-Ray an X-80 with Tannoy Revolution 2 was quite special as well.
Rega Planar 3 Nytech CT252 and Mordaunt Short Pageant 2 s. Took me three years working in factories during the summer holidays around Kidderminster, Still love them and listening to music is a joy! The waiting list for the Rega was 6 months!
Best wishes
Chris
Best wishes
Chris
matthewpiano
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the record spot said:
As I said I'm not sure that the most important consideration is which is the best in 'hi-fi' terms. For me it is more about which system has been a helpful and involving partner in exploring and enjoying the widest range of music and as yet the systems I mention above have done that the most.
As it happens the Dynaudios are running in rather nicely now...
See bedroom system in Sig. Not that I don't think it can be improved on, but it is a great all-rounder and even bad recordings sound pretty good.
Covenanter
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To be boring I would also have to say the one I have now. I've only had it for a couple of months and it is still surprising me with its sheer musicality.
However the first system I had, Dual turntable on home made plinth, Sansui AU101 amp and home made speakers, probably gave me more excitement than any other because of the work I put into it and the step change in quality from my Dad's record player.
Chris
However the first system I had, Dual turntable on home made plinth, Sansui AU101 amp and home made speakers, probably gave me more excitement than any other because of the work I put into it and the step change in quality from my Dad's record player.
Chris
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