Bookshelf speaker within 50k

[MaSh]

They are starting off with setting up Agate B13 bookshelves. Rest I am guessing will follow later.

MaSh

 

[Kumar442244]

Willing to go the used route as well if it's really worth it.

 

[Kumar442244]

Any view on Quad S1 fellow members? Any place to audition in and around Bangalore?

 

[nitinsanand]

Hi Kumar, just saw this thread, i've owned the CK2 since 2015 Oct and can swear by them having used in an untreated normal room with various amps. I stay at Whitefield and you're welcome to audition them at home, PM me and can take it from there.

 

[Kumar442244]

Hi Kumar, just saw this thread, i've owned the CK2 since 2015 Oct and can swear by them having used in an untreated normal room with various amps. I stay at Whitefield and you're welcome to audition them at home, PM me and can take it from there.

Thanks Nitin, Appreciate the gesture.

You have a PM

 

[manniraj]

I have a DIY bookshelf made out of the Zaph Audio 5.2 kit some years back. Not being used, so do let me if it interests you then you can check it out and it will be far less than your budget

Thanks

 

[Kumar442244]

I have a DIY bookshelf made out of the Zaph Audio 5.2 kit some years back. Not being used, so do let me if it interests you then you can check it out and it will be far less than your budget

Thanks

Missed this post somehow. Apologies.

Can you please share specification of the speakers? Possibly an image as well.

 

[manniraj]

Missed this post somehow. Apologies.

Can you please share specification of the speakers? Possibly an image as well.

Here is my build thread but unfortunately the pics seems to be offline https://www.hifivision.com/threads/my-zaph-audio-za5-2-build.44820/page-3
Let me look for the pics locally and send across to you.

thanks

Edit: Here are the photos during my build in the year 2013

 

[abhi33]

@Kumar442244, try auditioning NHT SuperOne 2.1. Natural, balanced Sounding with decent bass(Sealed enclosure/Acoustic Suspension) and impressive for Stereo setup and music. should be within budget you mentioned.

Amazon.com: Customer reviews: NHT SuperOne 2.1 2-Way Bookshelf Speaker, Single, Black

Find helpful customer reviews and review ratings for NHT SuperOne 2.1 2-Way Bookshelf Speaker, Single, Black at Amazon.com. Read honest and unbiased product reviews from our users.

www.amazon.com

 

[Kumar442244]

Here is my build thread but unfortunately the pics seems to be offline https://www.hifivision.com/threads/my-zaph-audio-za5-2-build.44820/page-3
Let me look for the pics locally and send across to you.

thanks

Edit: Here are the photos during my build in the year 2013

Thanks manniraj, apologies for the late response.
Where in Bangalore do you put up?

 

[Kumar442244]

@Kumar442244, try auditioning NHT SuperOne 2.1. Natural, balanced Sounding with decent bass(Sealed enclosure/Acoustic Suspension) and impressive for Stereo setup and music. should be within budget you mentioned.

Amazon.com: Customer reviews: NHT SuperOne 2.1 2-Way Bookshelf Speaker, Single, Black

Find helpful customer reviews and review ratings for NHT SuperOne 2.1 2-Way Bookshelf Speaker, Single, Black at Amazon.com. Read honest and unbiased product reviews from our users.

www.amazon.com

Thanks Abhi for the suggestion. Appreciate it.
Have you heard them? Any dealer/owner where I can audition this?
The price in India is rediculously high.

 

[manniraj]

Thanks manniraj, apologies for the late response.
Where in Bangalore do you put up?

I stay very close to the Hebbal flyover this side of the city.

 

[shuv]

Try out the Focal Chorus v706s. These old birds might just end up surprising you.

 

[spirovious]

New klipsch bookshelf are warm sounding and can be driven easily.

 

[abhi33]

Thanks Abhi for the suggestion. Appreciate it.
Have you heard them? Any dealer/owner where I can audition this?
The price in India is rediculously high.

Kumar442244, ProSonics Santosh 9900068654 was dealing earlier. Please check.

 

[balavignesh002]

Currently using Dali zensor 3 which m finding a bit bright. Looking for an upgrade over z3.

I am using Dali Z3s for 4 months now, I tried few class AB amps on it, found it bright in all combinations. I opened up the Xovers and its all having basic components electrolyte caps, resistors and inductors. Planing to put it on active and try.

I am on the hunt for new drivers too. recently auditioned Klipsch RP bookshelves, they are not bright, but it doesn't have details what Dali Z3 puts out. I found their floor stands RP6000 to be better in terms of details.

 

[Kumar442244]

I am using Dali Z3s for 4 months now, I tried few class AB amps on it, found it bright in all combinations. I opened up the Xovers and its all having basic components electrolyte caps, resistors and inductors. Planing to put it on active and try.

I am on the hunt for new drivers too. recently auditioned Klipsch RP bookshelves, they are not bright, but it doesn't have details what Dali Z3 puts out. I found their floor stands RP6000 to be better in terms of details.

Hey,

Did the experiment help?

 

[Kumar442244]

Thanks guys for the support each one of you have bestowed. Really appreciate it.
I have finally pulled the trigger and got myself a tannoy xt mini. Thanks to one of the FMs in helping me get these.
It's been with me for about a fortnight now and is still improving.
Initial impression is really great. These are 4 inches driver with miniature footprint so the bass department lacks. But then, my subwoofer takes care of that. The highs and mids are the star of the show, very accurate and agile. These are quite neutral with very transparent presentation. Peachtree gels quite well.

 

[saketgyani]

Congratulations!
Do put up a picture when you can.

 

[balavignesh002]

Hey,

Did the experiment help?

Sorry, i didn't update..

I got one more idea in between. Upgraded the capacitors to Mundrof Evo on the crossovers.

The tweeter got mellowed and tonality changed. But i am not ok with 2k to 1k frequency. Thought of upgrading the resistors and inductors but didn't have time.

Then on the amp side i upgraded to Elna silmic and Nichicon KZ. I use Adcom GFA 4304 amp in 2ch mode, it's heavily class A biased amp, Idles 6Amp.

I am happy with the over all sound output.