CJ Equipment - Speaker Recommendations


Conrad Johnson folks:

I’m an owner of CJ’s premier 12 mono blocks and 16LS pre. Love the stuff. Problem is I’m struggling with finding the right speaker. Currently have Tannoy’s Turnberry SE’s. Love their look but think I can do better sound wise. I’m Considering moving up the Tannoy line to the Kensingtons (want to stay with that non-contemporary furniture piece look). Wife does not like a contemporary look..

Large listening area, prefer the likes of Diana Krall, Holly Cole, Melody Gardot, and classical and some classical rock. Like a sweet midrange and an overall warmth.

Any suggestions?

Thank you!
rbschauman

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All,

Thank you for responding.

Lloydelee21 – I called Ed at CJ last week and he also suggested the Wilson (as well as a few others - SF may have been mentioned as well). In fact, I read that CJ has had Wilson speakers in their personal showroom. I’ll look into..

Dan – I really appreciate your thoughts on the Tannoys. I’ve been concerned that the Kensington will not offer much more than the Turnberrys I currently own. Although I have a large area to fill with sound, I’m limited in what I have available for a speaker footprint due to the placement of existing furniture, fireplace, doors, and windows. The Canterburys would be so cool but I simply can’t place that size of speaker. Even looked at the Yorkminsters and they’re too big as well. I do like Tannoy’s Prestige series a lot but am not seeing a solution. I’d love to see what your custom made 12” 150 cf look like…strikes me as though they may be right sized for my situation.. I also have a cathedral ceiling and a lot of space to project the sound.

Fjn04 – I took a look at the Verity Parsifal's. Way cool! I’ve not heard of them before but liked what I saw on them in the web – I’ll look further. Do they pass through Audiogon occasionally?

Thanks again all!