Check out the Ref 3A de Capos i used them with my Primaluna PL2 for years now with a 4 watt Decware amp. Sweet detailed good bass for monitors/standmounts
if you dont like the new finish then used with the wood veneer is very nice
Bookshelf speakers - Paradigm, KEF, Totem
Hi All,
Long time lurker, first time poster. Recently I downsized and had to give up my massive floor standers and magnepans... so now I am in the market for a smaller second system with a half decent pair of bookshelf speakers. Room is about 12' x 12' and I have demo'd a few pairs but haven't fell in love with anything yet so was hoping to get some insight. Budget is under 5K ideally. I listen to mostly classic rock, jazz, and some classical/instrumental. Currently running a bluesound node, into a denafrips ares, Primaluna evo 400 integrad. I've just demo'd the totem signature 1's, B&W 705 s2, KEF LS50 metas, KEF R3's and a couple Klipsch hertiage speakers. Right now I am leaning towards the KEF R3's because I am not planning on running a sub, and they seemed the most pleasant to my ears, at least in the short demo period on all McIntosh gear... One of the sales rep's highly recommended the Paradigm founder 40b as an alternative, but wouldn't be able to audition them for at least a month (but would be significantly cheaper). Wondering if anyone had any fantastic suggestions or have tried the Paradigm speakers. Any input is greatly appreciated.
Cheers!