New 2 ch. system, need speakers

dfledezma
dfledezma Posts: 148
edited November 2011 in Speakers
Hi!

Finally I?m putting together a 2 ch system. Nothing fancy. I already bought a NAD C316bee integrated and already have a NAD C515bee CD player. I?m selling my polks TSi300 and TSi100 in order to get better speakers.

My top budget will be 600 dollars. And I?m restricted to buying online, since there are not so many distributors here in Mexico. I have listened to some of the options but would like your opinion. I know this is very subjective but need opinions. I mostly listen to rock, jazz, blues, folk. I?ll use the speakers without sub (maybe get one later, but not so soon).

These are my options: I don?t have any particular restriction about using a tower or a bookshelf.

Paradigm Titan Monitor.
PSB G design GB1
Wharfedale diamond 10.2
Wharfedale EVO2-20
Wharfedale EVO2-20


Other options could be focal 705, Polk LSi7 or maybe 9.

I?d love to get a pair of Totems but its a bit difficult since they only have b&m dealers.

Any other suggestions on this price range. I really want to buy new.

Many thanks!
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  • bluecomet
    bluecomet Posts: 1,118
    edited November 2011
    I would take a hard look at the Lsi 9's being sold by Polk on ebay. They are currently going for $550.
    Polk HT system 1: LSIC, LSI25 mains, LSI F/X rears, Lsi F/X rear centers,
    Yamaha RX-V2500 System, Carver A753 3 channel amp.

    Polk HT system 2: , SRT system with f/x 1,000's rear speakers on 7.1 system currently using Onkyo TX-RZ820 receiver, powered by Sunfire Grand Theater amp

    Polk Speaker collection: SDA SRS 1.2tl x 2, SRT system, SDA SRS 2 P/B, SDA 2A, SDA 1C Studio, SDA CRS+, Monitor 7B & 4, SRS 3.1tl, RTA 15tl, LS90, LSI 9
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  • Joe08867
    Joe08867 Posts: 3,919
    edited November 2011
    LSi9's will not be at there best with that Integrated. It runs 40watts nominal with 100watts dynamic power which isn't bad at all but LSi9's like juice and lots of it.

    I know you would prefer new but you could get a ton more speaker if you went used.

    Like these Quad 11-L2's for $525 on the gon.

    QUAD-11-L2
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  • dfledezma
    dfledezma Posts: 148
    edited November 2011
    Those QUAD look interesting. I don?t have more info about that brand, will look for some info. Could you give some opinions on these??
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  • newrival
    newrival Posts: 2,017
    edited November 2011
    If I were you, I would be looking at the KEF iQ30 as well. Fantastically resolving and efficient. They will work well with your integrated. Not to mention theyre a beautiful design
    design is where science and art break even.
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  • dfledezma
    dfledezma Posts: 148
    edited November 2011
    I also like KEF, I have had the oportunity to listen to them. I really like the new Q series, another option.
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  • dfledezma
    dfledezma Posts: 148
    edited November 2011
    by the way, what do you think about the Audio Insider and their brand ARX and Swan? Much appreciated!!
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  • dfledezma
    dfledezma Posts: 148
    edited November 2011
    There are some good deals on Audiogon. I?ve never buy from the gon, has anyone experienced any issues? I like these Monitor Audio RX1 http://www.audiogon.com/cgi-bin/cls.pl?spkrmoni&1327706356&/Monitor-audio-silver-rx1

    I had the chance to listen to some Monitor paired with a Rotel Integrated and really liked the sound specially the imaging.
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  • markmarc
    markmarc Posts: 2,309
    edited November 2011
    The Swan 2.1SE's would be a nice match. Jon Lane, the proprietor of The Audio Insider is a good guy.
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    2 Ch. System
    Amplifiers: Parasound Halo P6 pre, Vista Audio i34, Peachtree amp500, Adcom GFP-565 GFA-535ii, 545ii, 555ii
    Digital: SimAudio HAD230 DAC, iMac 20in/Amarra,
    Speakers: Paradigm Performa F75, Magnepan .7, Totem Model 1's, ACI Emerald XL, Celestion Si Stands. Totem Dreamcatcher sub
    Analog: Technics SL-J2 w/Pickering 3000D, SimAudio LP5.3 phono pre
    Cable/Wires: Cardas, AudioArt, Shunyata Venom 3
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  • dfledezma
    dfledezma Posts: 148
    edited November 2011
    Many thanks!!

    I?m now debating between the swans, quad and the Monitor RX1. I?ll give a listen to the monitor with the only dealer in my town! Fortunately they have the same amplifier and CD player I have!

    Ant to complement there are a pair of stands at Audio advisor, sand fillable! for only 49 use
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