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Want to improve sound of Silverline Prelude II

I have the Silverline Prelude II's which are the revised version of Alan Yun's original design. I currently drive them with a Creek Classic SE5250 integrated amp (85RMS)Speaker cables are 12ft runs of Analysis Plus Oval 12; My CD is a Sonographe SD-1(20 years old CD player modified and marketed by Conrad Johnson") Interconnect is an Audio Magic Spellcaster II. Overall, the sound is clean, dynamic but somewhat bright and forward, and often digital sounding.(I currently have no turntable, but will be getting back into vinyl soon)..... I am sure some of this is the Sonographe CD player which has been flawless and provides very good sound. However, I like to take a shot at improving the overall sound, that is, making them more coherent sounding top to bottom, and a more natural presentation without making it sound like a British monitor. I have considered the following equipment moves: Rega Apollo CD and/or new speaker cable. A member recommended JPS speaker cable. I have read that a tube integrated or separates are possibly more compatible with the Preludes, but the Creek(so far) provides great low level detail and depth of staging, though lack the slam, and upper harmonics of my old setup of Aragon amp and CJ preamp. I realize the solution might be to just buy a better speaker. Previously, I had Vandersteen IC's. a good speaker for the money, and have considered the 2CE Signatures, but they might be too big for my 15x22 living room; All comments and opinions welcomed,especially from Prelude II owners. Thanks, Jim
sunnyjim
djcous
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I am using a rega brio3 and rega appolo with Project debut turntable and grado gold. Rega interconnects and Nordost Solar wind bi wire speaker cables.

I can t believe how good it sounds. Very ballenced. very full. Ammazing such little speaker can produce such base. Love them !
sunnyjim OP
884 posts
 
I want to thank everyone who responded to this post. Unfortunately, I became seriously ill after I submitted the post and was unable to answer or respond to those members who offered advice and comments. It took me awhile to rekindle my interest in audio. I still have the Prelude II's, but they are in a smaller living space. I may need to reevaluate my amp and cables as suggested by some members. Though, I have considered replacing the Preludes with the new Epos 16i which have received good reviews. Again, Thanks to all members, Jim
tvad
9,467 posts
 
Very classy for you to thank everyone, Sunnyjim. Hope you're health is back to normal and you can continue to enjoy your audio system again.

Best of luck.
bondmanp
1,465 posts
 
As a follow-up to my post above, I am currently in the middle of a home trial of Ohm Walsh 2000 speakers. Compared to my Vandy 1Cs, they are incredibly smooth, not bright, and do not exhibit any of the compression I heard with the Vandy 1Cs at higher SPLs. Not having a crossover in the mids or upper-mids is a big plus, IMHO. The Ohm Walsh speakers are designed to sound the same throughout the line, but you choose the model that is appropriate for your room's cubic footage: www.ohmspeakers.com. Worth a look. I extend my wishes for continued good health.
schubert
4,867 posts
 
Mine sound great with Sophia Baby Electric,but Rock and Roll fans would think otherwise I imagine. on Bach or Brubeck Sophia excells !
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