EasyToAssemble
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Hello All,
I'm looking to upgrade my mini hifi setup, which I'm using (primarily) for vinyl using a Pro-Ject Essential II. I think I've settled on the Denon DM41 along with some Q Acoustics 3020's as an upgrade. For now, I've ruled out buying separates, as I'd like something which allows occasional CD and radio use (without having to invest in a player and receiver).
My main question is that the Q Acoustics have been noted as having a punchy sound, so - paired with the DM41 - will this come off as too bright? The majority of my collection is Indie and 60's/70's rock, along with a small amount of jazz and electronic. I'm looking for something the punchy/bright side of neutral (if that makes sense). Something to bring out detail and precision, but not losing too much warmth in the process.
Apologies if this is a somewhat simplistic question (I'm just recently starting on my hifi journey to buying myself a better setup). I'm aware it's not just all about the speakers, but more a consideration of speakers+amp+stylus+turntable+cabling+positioning+etc, etc, etc. It's just that the DM41 sounds great for the price and would allow me to play CD's/radio as well.
Does anyone have any experience of vinyl played through the Denon DM41. What speakers have you found to work well for this system?. And if you've used the 3020s (with any amp), how bright do you find these to be?
I'm looking to upgrade my mini hifi setup, which I'm using (primarily) for vinyl using a Pro-Ject Essential II. I think I've settled on the Denon DM41 along with some Q Acoustics 3020's as an upgrade. For now, I've ruled out buying separates, as I'd like something which allows occasional CD and radio use (without having to invest in a player and receiver).
My main question is that the Q Acoustics have been noted as having a punchy sound, so - paired with the DM41 - will this come off as too bright? The majority of my collection is Indie and 60's/70's rock, along with a small amount of jazz and electronic. I'm looking for something the punchy/bright side of neutral (if that makes sense). Something to bring out detail and precision, but not losing too much warmth in the process.
Apologies if this is a somewhat simplistic question (I'm just recently starting on my hifi journey to buying myself a better setup). I'm aware it's not just all about the speakers, but more a consideration of speakers+amp+stylus+turntable+cabling+positioning+etc, etc, etc. It's just that the DM41 sounds great for the price and would allow me to play CD's/radio as well.
Does anyone have any experience of vinyl played through the Denon DM41. What speakers have you found to work well for this system?. And if you've used the 3020s (with any amp), how bright do you find these to be?
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