Electronics to go with KEF LS 50


I am considering purchasing various components that I can carry on a plane and set up a very musical home system in an apartment in Latin America (I listen to jazz, r&b, classic pop, African music and Brazilian music). I plan to get the KEF LS 50 speakers. I have thought about getting a REGA Brio/Apollo combo but am concerned that I can't steam Pandora through them. Alternatively I have thought of substituting an Oppo player for the Apollo or the Naim Uniti Lite or Uniti 2 in place of both Rega components. Your thoughts would be appreciated!
handsomeck

Showing 1 response by doggiehowser

I like the LS50 but in your case, you might want to try something different - say the KEF X300 active speakers. That gets rid of the need to power the speakers. It's not exactly an LS50 but it is a pretty good alternative.

Then you just need a source. There is a wireless version available as well so you can stream off a PC or even a smartphone or tablet.

I am using Bel Canto REF500Ms to drive the LS50s and I think it is a good match. A few friends have been using the Job (/Goldmund derived) amp with also good results. The LS50 really benefit from good amplification and they aren't particularly sensitive either.