lozza23_uk
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Hi all!
I have recently bought a new TV (LG nano 49”) which replaced an old Panasonic.
Previously I used a cheap optical to phono convertor, in to a TEAC 300 stereo amp and a pair of Wharfdale 9.1 bookshelf speakers.
The new LG has a line out which I have used to connect to the amp. This is a lot stronger signal and the sound seems tighter/punchier and much better delivery of all the atmospheric parts in films etc.
But, I have found that this new setup makes us turn the volume up and really get immersed. The Wharfdale speakers during loud parts, low frequencies/rumbles etc appear to be pushing the limit and maybe hitting the limit of the drivers, it isn’t a crackle more of a bass grumble. I am sure there is a technical term for it, any ideas?
I don’t think it is the amp underperforming as there is a lot of headroom left (50%-75% I would say on the dial) and previously having used a Sherwood AV amp the quality improvement in sound delivery from Sherwood -> Teac was quite a surprise.
So I am investigating my options for an upgrade.
1. Stick 2.0 and buy some floorstanders, or better performing bookshelfs (I would prefer to avoid 6.5" larger bookshelf for aesthetics/placement would mean pulling everything further in to the room)
2. Go to 2.1, if going with a sub it would need to be small/shallow (I see Q acoustics do a slim sub)
Full surround is not an option. But alternative ideas welcomed.
The TV is in a corner of the room, we sit around 10-12feet away in the opposite corner L shape type arrangement of sofa. The room is about twice the length and is separated by the sofa. A very rough NTS sketch attached. Furniture and TV location change is not an option.
Budget is flexible. I am open to suggestions and open to 2nd hand. If I had to make a cap on price for the benefit of discussion…Sonos and sub is 1100GBP. I have heard one and was very impressed but not tried it at distance or volume.
Many thanks in advance.
I have recently bought a new TV (LG nano 49”) which replaced an old Panasonic.
Previously I used a cheap optical to phono convertor, in to a TEAC 300 stereo amp and a pair of Wharfdale 9.1 bookshelf speakers.
The new LG has a line out which I have used to connect to the amp. This is a lot stronger signal and the sound seems tighter/punchier and much better delivery of all the atmospheric parts in films etc.
But, I have found that this new setup makes us turn the volume up and really get immersed. The Wharfdale speakers during loud parts, low frequencies/rumbles etc appear to be pushing the limit and maybe hitting the limit of the drivers, it isn’t a crackle more of a bass grumble. I am sure there is a technical term for it, any ideas?
I don’t think it is the amp underperforming as there is a lot of headroom left (50%-75% I would say on the dial) and previously having used a Sherwood AV amp the quality improvement in sound delivery from Sherwood -> Teac was quite a surprise.
So I am investigating my options for an upgrade.
1. Stick 2.0 and buy some floorstanders, or better performing bookshelfs (I would prefer to avoid 6.5" larger bookshelf for aesthetics/placement would mean pulling everything further in to the room)
2. Go to 2.1, if going with a sub it would need to be small/shallow (I see Q acoustics do a slim sub)
- Keep the teac, possibly a crossover in a sub option?
- lose the Teac amp and revert to an AV amp?
- Possibly a powered option with satellites? This only worries me from a volume point of view.
- Some other hybrid?
Full surround is not an option. But alternative ideas welcomed.
The TV is in a corner of the room, we sit around 10-12feet away in the opposite corner L shape type arrangement of sofa. The room is about twice the length and is separated by the sofa. A very rough NTS sketch attached. Furniture and TV location change is not an option.
Budget is flexible. I am open to suggestions and open to 2nd hand. If I had to make a cap on price for the benefit of discussion…Sonos and sub is 1100GBP. I have heard one and was very impressed but not tried it at distance or volume.
Many thanks in advance.
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