I think I'm there

[r100]

I'm glad to report that my 'A' system is giving me entire satisfaction and that I will quit spending endless hours scavenging the Internet for the magical component. At least for now !

Now i'm going to get myself a cool of beer from the fridge.

[Dr Bunsen Honeydew]

So the LS1 sorted the bass out for you?

[Daniel Quinn]

I've been considering LS50's to go in my new much smaller listening room , I assume from your perspective they are as good as the publiciity they have received and do you listen to rock music or that silly music with no lyrics ? :D

[r100]

So the LS1 sorted the bass out for you?

It makes a great difference with both speaker pairs I use. I think it reveals their true sonic characters in a very coherent way. The KEF LS50's need strict bass control. With the LS1 it is more coherent in relation to the highs and mediums. A really nice combination IMHO.

The Jean Maurer 220C are extremely neutral almost dry. Now they have a nice added richness and warmth. Bass also seems to be more present but in a coherent way.

I think the cable has made one of the biggest positive differences to the whole setup... (I never thought I would say something like that)

Yesterday I added a Rega DAC to the mix and the setup really sings now. Nothing seems to be holding the sound back anymore which just flows out generously.

[r100]

I've been considering LS50's to go in my new much smaller listening room , I assume from your perspective they are as good as the publiciity they have received and do you listen to rock music or that silly music with no lyrics ? :D

I listen to all kind of music, even sometimes the silly stuff (with no lyrics)

I went to the dealer to listen to KEF R100's. But after 30 seconds I asked him to stop the music. They sounded lifeless. I don't know but maybe because they where not "run-in"... Then he played a pair of LS50's and they immediately sounded great.

Comparing them to my C220's they definitely have a little more body which is quite astonishing given their small size.

I use them in a 7 m x 4 m (22x12 foot) room.

[r100]

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I've been considering LS50's to go in my new much smaller listening room , I assume from your perspective they are as good as the publiciity they have received and do you listen to rock music or that silly music with no lyrics ? :D

Hi DQ, did you get those KEF's ? I would be interested to hear about your impressions. Cheers. Rupert.

[Daniel Quinn]

Not yet , My TT is in bits at moment , its been getting the proper refurbishment it should have had before I wrecked the bones and tendons in my thumb with a power tool . New sapphire jewel in bearing , new plinth , upgraded motor and copious amounts of carbon fibre and balsa wood .

[r100]

whew ! no worries, take care of that hand !