Hi all,
First time poster here! When I set out to upgrade my computer/desktop system from my Focal XS (A very good system) I never imagined it to be this tricky. I want a system that works on my desktop but can also be rearranged to a regular music setup with proper speaker placement. There are very few computer 2.1 systems on the market above the Focals. Therefore I switched focus over to "regular" active speakers, but then I realised very few of them supported subwoofer out because that was apparently not the "audiophile way".
Im left with two options, either get the active version of the KEF LS50 (Which have subwoofer support)
Or build my own system. I listened to the regular LS50s and though they sounded nice I still found some harshness in the higher registry which plagued my tinnitus a bit, they are not super comfortable to listen to at low levels close up either. Ideally I'd like speakers that can scale from computer speakers to dedicated listening room. Tall order perhaps.
My plan B was then to find an integrated amp, which had USB in (Computer speakers remember) and subwoofer out, there must be a million of them I thought before I started the hunt, there were around 4.
So far the Cambridge seems like the best option, It definitely seems potent enough to be the heart of a dedicated music system, but also have all the functionality I need for now. I'd really like your input if you think there is a better amp to build around, and what speakers/sub I should look at. I listen to everything from Dylan to Metallica, I want the sound to be engaging and fun but not harsh since that hurt my ears. I've been looking a little bit at the ATC SCM11's, but I can't listen to them anywhere here in Sweden it seems.
Long post, very thankful for any input you might offer, thank you!
-Eric
Hi all,
First time poster here! When I set out to upgrade my computer/desktop system from my Focal XS (A very good system) I never imagined it to be this tricky. I want a system that works on my desktop but can also be rearranged to a regular music setup with proper speaker placement. There are very few computer 2.1 systems on the market above the Focals. Therefore I switched focus over to "regular" active speakers, but then I realised very few of them supported subwoofer out because that was apparently not the "audiophile way".
Im left with two options, either get the active version of the KEF LS50 (Which have subwoofer support)
Or build my own system. I listened to the regular LS50s and though they sounded nice I still found some harshness in the higher registry which plagued my tinnitus a bit, they are not super comfortable to listen to at low levels close up either. Ideally I'd like speakers that can scale from computer speakers to dedicated listening room. Tall order perhaps.
My plan B was then to find an integrated amp, which had USB in (Computer speakers remember) and subwoofer out, there must be a million of them I thought before I started the hunt, there were around 4.
So far the Cambridge seems like the best option, It definitely seems potent enough to be the heart of a dedicated music system, but also have all the functionality I need for now. I'd really like your input if you think there is a better amp to build around, and what speakers/sub I should look at. I listen to everything from Dylan to Metallica, I want the sound to be engaging and fun but not harsh since that hurt my ears. I've been looking a little bit at the ATC SCM11's, but I can't listen to them anywhere here in Sweden it seems.
Long post, very thankful for any input you might offer, thank you!
-Eric