Move from my LS3/5A orig ownr to Harbeth which


After all these years, looking to move toward the Harbeth line for my listening room (appx 10 x 18). Given that I use my vintage tube (from era) and enjoy vinyl and some cd's and listen to mostly classical, which would be the best move, the small P3--, 7E-- or the M30.1. I originally thought the M30.1 would be a good choice but recently I have seen several coming up for sale from people who have had them a very short period of time, as if they are way overated? My Rodgers are wonderful but given the amount of years maybe an upgrade might be enjoyable! Thanks
Melinda
melinda

Showing 1 response by gregm

I had the 15ohm Rodgers LS35a as ell as the esl-63s. If you are looking for similar sound but more frequency extension, the Harbeths are a very good choice.
As you already have a large speaker (esl-63) I suggest that the Harbeth 40 is the model that would make a significant difference. Sonically the 30.1 is smaller; to put it simply, a concerto for string orch will sound slightly larger with yr 63 than with the 30...

BUT, both Harbeths need amplification I don't think you have at this moment. IIRC the Paoli mono's excel in high frequency reproduction -- but they don't have much power.
Try a Mahler 2 5 or 8 on the Harbeth 40 driven by any top quality, medium powered SS amp (100+W, or ~50W class A) and you will be pleasantly surprised I think.
I suggested a good SS amp as there are many more of these around and they are usually cheaper, than tubes...