I bought a Toto SACD from a charity shop, and after doing some research I couldn’t find any similar releases. None of the other copies have the gray line on the left side. Could this version be worth more than the others?
I bought a stereo set from teufel a few months ago and the cd broke twice so i am looking for a new set. I am looking for a set that has Bluetooth and a good cd player, do you guys know any brands i should look out for or sites i can look on?
No paro de escuchar mis discos
Looking for some advice for speaker placement. I would love to get these speakers off of the TT surface, using pads right now. My question is do any of you think I would be able to stick some speaker stands on either side if I bring the plants out? If so, will that make the sound worse boxing them further into the corners? Thank you!
Bought for £139 from Cash Converters last week. I had the Fosi Audio DM15 R2R cd player, but I had issues with it so returned it and bought the CDS27 as I couldn't resist at aforementioned price. It's built like a tanks and sounds fantastic.
I’m trying to keep the setup simple and avoid going full passive + amp unless there’s a major sound-quality advantage for the money. Mainly listening to vinyl lp120xusb in a small-to-medium room
Hey everyone,
I’m looking to build the best possible sounding speaker setup for my Audio-Technica AT-LP120XUSB-BT with a total budget of around $1000 (speakers + amp/streaming setup if needed).
Right now I’ve been looking at the WiiM Amp Ultra because I keep seeing people recommend it for clean/simple modern setups will be using it for other devices as well, and I like the idea of having streaming built in as well. Has anyone here used a WiiM Amp Ultra with an LP120XUSB-BT? How does it sound for vinyl specifically?
Didn’t know Aiwa made nice stuff, needs a couple belts bought it for $45 haven’t decided if I’m going to save it or not anyone recommend this as a good deck thoughts?
A couple of years ago I inherited from my late Grandad his Sony TA 700ES and kef reference 104/2 speakers.
The audio will cut out from any source when I increase the attenuator much further than a quarter of the way round.
To try and solve this I first had the amp serviced at a local hifi shop and they stated 'lots of fractures joints seen under transistors etc. Thorough resolder across the various circuit boards'.
This has not fixed the problem.
I then discovered that my speakers have foam donuts which perish over time. I've removed the old degraded foam and glued in new ones.
This has not fixed the problem.
Can anyone offer any advice, or next steps I should try. I am keen to keep these speakers and amp working well as my Grandad was fond of his tech and I know they cost him a fair bit back in the day. Thanks
Looking for some advice before I buy my first real hi-fi setup. Main use will be music streaming from my phone plus TV/movies through HDMI ARC in a living room setup. Right now I’m planning on a WiiM Amp Ultra, Klipsch RP-600M II speakers, and an SVS SB-1000 Pro sub.
Does this seem like a solid setup for the money, or would you swap anything out around this price range? Also curious whether people think a really good 2.1 setup is the better move here versus jumping into surround sound right away.
Never owned a proper hi-fi system before, just trying to build something versatile that sounds great for both music and TV without ridiculously spending the 1600 bucks.
I started out in the $200-$250 range, ordered one, canceled due to another deal I saw for $350, regular $499. I then canceled that for a TT costing $599 that was regular $899. Funny how one does not want to increase their budget but somehow the steep discounts make you think you're somehow losing money because of the deal. So here it stands, a Dual CS 429. I seriously dig this thing and I love the thick chopping board element.
I currently connect an Airport Express to an Arcam A25 via Toslink to stream from Apple Music, (listening on KEF R3 Meta speakers). Considering the A25 has a decent chip (ESS ES9280A Pro DAC chip), would I notice any significant improvement in audio output were I to invest in an ST5, or similar?
Thank you in advance for replying.
Hello, I currently own an older Jamo S606 5.1.1 system (consisting of 2 floorstanding speakers, 2 satellite speakers, 1 center channel, and 1 active subwoofer) and would like to expand it so that I can enjoy the Atmos experience.
However, I am unsure which specific speakers I need to acquire for this purpose, and I am hoping to benefit from your expertise.
Ideally, I would like to find Atmos speakers that I can place directly on top of my floorstanding speakers.
P.S.: My current receiver is a Denon 1905, though this is due to be replaced soon by either a Denon X1800H or an X2800H.
thanks in advance
Hey y'all, I just got my turntable fixed, but the repair guys couldn't figure out what was wrong with my amplifier (Sansui Integrated Amplifier AU-217)! It makes this horrible sound out of just the left channel and I figure it's just time to get a new one.
Any good recs of amp for the turntable I've got (Technics Direct Drive Automatic Turntable System SL-D202)?
I'm not looking for the world's nicest amp, as i'm not the biggest audiophile. But I would like something that is good enough to last a long time (and a 20 hr road trip).
I like my setup of turntable > amplifier > speakers, so i don't want a preamp or anything. Just something I can basically swap it out for. 2 Channels preferred, since that's all I really need.
Open to repair advice, too, so I can point the repair guys in the right direction.
I've got some speakers that don't have any marking on em, probably no more than 2ft tall by 1ft wide and deep. Usually like 5-10 feet away from me, on the floor. They're just connected with some standard speaker wire.
Also looking to have an aux option for a TV.
Budget: <$400
Location: USA (Southeast, moving to Massachusetts in a few months.)
I have an old turntable and I need to set up a basic system for playing albums. The wife hates wires so I’m trying to make it as simple as possible but with decent output. Doesn’t need to be high end, just for casual listening. Can I just use a pair of powered speakers or do I need a preamp? Any and all advice appreciated.
I recently got a 1975 Dual 1237 from my grandparents and fixed a whole bunch of broken parts inside and I was finally ready to start playing some albums but I notice when it started to play, the needle would set down on the record and would make some sound but not really the way it was supposed to. I started looking at the cartridge (Grado F-1+) and noticed the tip of the needle is completely missing. Is it possible to replace only the stylus so that I can keep using the same cartridge or is the better option to replace the entire cartridge? Thank you
TL; DR Summary:
After spending some serious time with the Dali Oberon 7s and after a few weeks of obsessive A/B testing and "one more track" late-night sessions, I finally feel like I’ve got a handle on what these Danish towers are all about.
If you’re coming from something hyper-analytical or "dry," these are going to be a massive breath of fresh air. They don’t just play music; they have this way of making everything sound... well, musical.
Design & Build:
Let’s talk about the aesthetics first.
In this hobby, we usually end up with big black monolith…..amazing…not. The Oberon 7s, however, are simplistic and beautiful. Mine are in the dark finish and those signature 7-inch dark maroon wood fiber cones are sexy. They give off a boutique, high-end vibe that makes most other gear in this price bracket look a bit industrial.
The Wife Acceptance Factor (WAF) should meet the approval level too. They’re relatively slim for a dual 7-inch tower, so they don’t feel like they’re invading the living room. At about 14.8 kg, they aren't the heaviest floorstanders I’ve moved, but the internal bracing is clearly up to the task; the "knuckle-knock" test on the side panels returns a nice, solid thud rather than a hollow ring.
PS: I don’t have a wife, but I imagine these would pass the living room inspection with flying colors.
These are rear-ported, and they move a surprising amount of air. In my initial setup, I had them about 20cm from the back wall, and the bass was a bloated mess; it completely smeared the midrange. I eventually found the sweet spot at about 40cm out. The low-end transformed instantly; it went from "boomy" to a tight, rhythmic punch that actually had some texture.
Then there’s the setup rule that goes against everything we’re taught: Do not toe them in. Every instinct tells you to aim the tweeters at your ears, but Dali is adamant: face them straight ahead. Their 29mm ultra-light soft dome tweeter is oversized and designed for a very wide dispersion pattern. When I aimed them at my seat, the treble got a bit too "hot" and the soundstage felt narrow. Facing them straight ahead made the speakers effectively vanish. The "sweet spot" isn't just one seat anymore; it’s the whole couch.
Music Performance:
The Oberon 7s have what’s often called the "Dali Smile" a slight lift in the lows and the highs but it’s a very classy, musical lift. It’s not a cheap, aggressive "V-shape" sound; it’s more like a subtle enhancement that makes everything feel "alive" and vibrant without losing the soul of the midrange.
Movie Performance:
In my theater setup, I’ve been running these as a front pair without a center channel to see if that wide-dispersion tweeter can handle a phantom center. It’s one of the best I’ve heard. Dialogue stays locked to the screen even if you’re sitting off-axis.
· But let's be real, these are 7-inch drivers. While they’re great for mid-bass "kick," they lose steam on the subsonic stuff. For the massive atmospheric pressure in Dune or the bank heist shootout in Heat, the Oberon 7s reach their physical limit. I’ve found that crossing them over at 80Hz on my Denon X2800H and letting my SVS PB-2000s handle the heavy lifting is a game-changer. It cleans up the midrange on the towers and let the Dalis focus on what they do best: texture and detail.
Observations:
One massive plus for the Oberon 7 is that they are a 6-ohm load.. They are significantly easier to drive than some of the power-hungry 4-ohm towers I’ve tested. My Denon handles them with ease and doesn't run nearly as hot as it does when driving more demanding loads. If you're running a mid-tier AVR, these are going to be much more "plug-and-play" than a boutique speaker that demands a dedicated power amp just to wake up.
The Verdict:
The Dali Oberon 7 is a speaker for people who love the feeling of music. It trades cold, analytical accuracy for a warm, engaging sound that makes your favorite albums feel like a live performance. They are pickier about placement than a sealed box, and you really have to follow the no toe-in rule, but the payoff is a very worthwhile, immersive soundstage that is hard to beat for the money.
If you want a tower that looks like a piece of high-end Danish furniture and makes every track sound like a "best-of" recording, these are a no-brainer.
Ratings:
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I recently moved in to a new apartment and the layout is not ideal. I want to have speakers next to my tv but my record player can’t be next to the tv as well. My question is which setup you would recommend with a record player connected to a receiver/streamer and streaming to active speakers. I would like to use my speakers for my phone as well.
I know it’s not the most hifi set up, but i rent this place for a year and would still like to use my record player. I saw some bluesound stuff maybe with active KEF speakers.
Would like to hear your thoughts/recommendations
Spent a year collecting and I can finally say it's just about perfect.
Realistic STA-2270 Receiver/Amplifier ADC 1700 Turntable Sony TC-121 Cassette player Sony CMT-EX1 CD player BSR Mcdonald TD-8S 8 track player KEF Cara SP 3076 Speakers (the cd player has it's own speakers)