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Affordable Newer Speakers

I currently own a pair of PSB Stratus Mini speakers. While they are fine sounding, I'm thinking about buying newer speakers. They will be monitors as I have a subwoofer. My musical taste ranges from "medium rock" (Gin Blossoms, Counting Crows, etc.) to female vocals (Corrs, Cranberries, etc.) to classic rock (Boston, Aerosmith, BTO, etc.). I'd like them to be used and manufactured in the past 5 years or so. The amp will be a Hafler 9300, which I also am thinking about replacing. The suggestions please...
llanger
soix
2,133 posts
 
What aspects of sound reproduction are most important to you? Dynamics, imaging/sound staging, bass, etc.? What is your price range and other associated equipment? Definitely decide on your speakers first and then find an amp that will get the most out of them.
zd542
5,339 posts
 
I agree. Speakers are a very personal choice. Just getting recommendations from people probably won't be good enough. You need to have much more focus on what type of sound you are looking for, a price range and what type of gear you will be hooking them up to.
tgrisham
1,179 posts
 
I bought the Wharfedale Diamond 10.1 monitors from music direct for a small system. I planned on pairing them with a subwoofer but now don't feel the need. If you don't like them you can send them back. I love mine and am keeping them!
timrhu
2,778 posts
 
You don't mention price range but my suggestion is the same anyway. Do a little research, buy used from reputable sellers and audition in your system. If whatever you buy isn't to your liking you can resell.
You can't lose much if you don't mind the hassle of buying and selling/shipping. Just make sure the original packaging is included.
llanger OP
27 posts
 
Dynamics are/is the most important criteria. The price range is $500.00 or less. I realize speakers should not be bought solely on the basis of others opinions, but a guide to a path can be suggested (hopefully), especially by the many knowledgeable people here. As for as equipment is concerned, it's the 9300, Rotel RCD-950, and Angstrom 100.
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