Helix Hifi
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Try and add Wharfedale Denton 85 on your list.
I just know the more you spend the better the sound gets.
I just know the more you spend the better the sound gets.
It looks great…not sure any dealers in Edinburgh will have it that I can demo. Perhaps a good thing as it’s over my intended budgetCan you stretch your budget at all? They're all fine budget speakers, but bargains lime this aren't that common.
KEF R3 Bookshelf Speakers
R3 redefines standmount performance. That's no surprise, as it shares the same drivers as the range-topping R11.petertyson.co.uk
There’s always 14 days return right if you buy then online.It looks great…not sure any dealers in Edinburgh will have it that I can demo. Perhaps a good thing as it’s over my intended budget
Sure…but I like the idea of testing a few speakers in the same sitting and seeing what I prefer. appreciate that it’s not the same as listening at home thoughThere’s always 14 days return right if you buy then online.
That’s the only way you can be sure you like the sound.
Yes, very good point.Sure…but I like the idea of testing a few speakers in the same sitting and seeing what I prefer. appreciate that it’s not the same as listening at home though
Ah. I saw the Concept 30 and assumed you had some flex. If the Concept 30 aren't significantly better than the 3020i, QA have really mucked up, which I doubt.It looks great…not sure any dealers in Edinburgh will have it that I can demo. Perhaps a good thing as it’s over my intended budget
The main difference between the 6004 and 6007 is a different DAC onboard. As the models have progressed there have been slight changes in components but basically the same player and non the poorer for those changes.Have also got the PM6004 which still works and would probably go for the CD6007 as a replacement as it would still match the look of the Amp!!
I have the CD6004, bought brand new probably early 2012.
Was being used the other day, playing a disc happily when it just stopped and will play no more. Cannot eject either.
I have used the remote (nope) and disconnected the power and left overnight but will switch on/reading disc and then turns itself off.
Any ideas?
It's not a highly used product, probably 2/3 times a week so am a bit disappointed. Or am I expecting too much from a £310 2 year old CD player?
Do I daree risk getting it fixed?
Or straight for brand new?
Have also got the PM6004 which still works and would probably go for the CD6007 as a replacement as it would still match the look of the Amp!!
+1 for AT cart. I just replaced a stock Ortofon 2m with a VM540ml on a Pro Ject TT. Much more neutral, smoother, transparent.Hello I was considering what aspects of my setup would most benefit from an ugrade. I listed to music on vinyl or streaming 90% of the time.
Project essential 2 with ortofon 2m red cartridge
Cambridge AXA35 amp
Cambridge DACMAGIC 100
Celestion F10 speakers
Martanz CD6004
Streaming either goes from laptop to DAC via USB or AirPort Express to DAV to amp. AirPort Express to DAC via optical doesn’t work well. Use Apple Music.
Was thinking about upgrading the streaming by getting a Wiim or Bluesound node. Would also like to be able to stream via my android phone
Was also considering to upgrade my speakers, but not sure if that is worth wit witho upgrading the amp?
Advice much appreciated
Be careful with speakers try and listen in your own home.....fwiw I had the 606 here for a trial and was astonished how bad they were....Appreciate the thoughtful comments. I did think a lot about the turntable but in the end I agree that the amp and speakers are the priority. I get the rationale of thinking about the amp first, however I think the weaker link is the speakers and actually I rather like the amp for now.
My thought then is to get new speakers but look for something that suits the current set up but should still be good with a more powerful amp in the future.
I‘ve had some significant aesthetic resistance at home to the idea of floorstanding speakers so for an easy life (and the room is not that big) focus on standmount speakers
My plan is to get a shortlist and go somewhere like Richer Sounds for a demo. so far…
B&W 606 s2
dali Oberon 3
Q Acoustics Concept 30 or 3020i
Mission QX-2 MKII
suggestio on anything to add or delete from the shortlist welcome
I see you like streaming & I see you like marantz, So do I.Hello I was considering what aspects of my setup would most benefit from an ugrade. I listed to music on vinyl or streaming 90% of the time.
Project essential 2 with ortofon 2m red cartridge
Cambridge AXA35 amp
Cambridge DACMAGIC 100
Celestion F10 speakers
Martanz CD6004
Streaming either goes from laptop to DAC via USB or AirPort Express to DAV to amp. AirPort Express to DAC via optical doesn’t work well. Use Apple Music.
Was thinking about upgrading the streaming by getting a Wiim or Bluesound node. Would also like to be able to stream via my android phone
Was also considering to upgrade my speakers, but not sure if that is worth wit witho upgrading the amp?
Advice much appreciated
Rega Elex. I ran the Elicit with R300, beautiful combination.of course now I am thinking about a more powerful amp
thanksRega Elex. I ran the Elicit with R300, beautiful combination.
Have you bought out an Elex mk4 already. I only just got my mk3 a couple of months back and it had only just been launched?thanks
going to demo the Elex 4 with my speakers next week, along with the Rocksan Attessa (non BluOS) and NAD368
The Mk4 replaced the R, which had been out for. A fair few years.Have you bought out an Elex mk4 already. I only just got my mk3 a couple of months back and it had only just been launched?
Sorry, getting 3 and 4 mixed up, mine's a MK4 - duh!The Mk4 replaced the R, which had been out for. A fair few years.
Homer . Doh.Sorry, getting 3 and 4 mixed up, mine's a MK4 - duh!
Still like the Rega, Dynaudio combination?Sorry, getting 3 and 4 mixed up, mine's a MK4 - duh!
Yes, very happy with it. Front end is Systemdek iix with Dynavector 10x5Still like the Rega, Dynaudio combination?