inexpensive speaker recommendation

[rnatalli]

PSB does not sell over the internet. They go thru approved dealers only. Buying PSB over the internet will void the warranty.

I believe if you buy from DMC Electronics, the warranty applies. I could be wrong though. The cheapest I've seen those PSB towers is $400+shipping.

 

[jostenmeat]

I believe if you buy from DMC Electronics, the warranty applies. I could be wrong though. The cheapest I've seen those PSB towers is $400+shipping.

Warranty applies. I doubt anything that David sells would not be under warranty. He has a ton of stuff, but not the best listening rooms, unfortunately. Just from memory, Thiel, Monitor Audio, Wharfdale, Atlantic Tech, PSB (entire line), Martin Logan (he's got the new Puritys in already a month ago), Vienna Acoustics, NHT, others. Electronics include BAT, NAD, Jolida, Denon, Onkyo.

The best price on the Alpha towers is at Saturday Audio in Chicago. $300. However, I recommend saving up and stepping to the Image line, personally.

 

[alexsound]

Thank you for your suggestions. I clicked on the link for the Mordaunt but there was no speaker on that page. Which model is it?

Also, what are your thoughts on the Athena WS-100? I am watching an auction on Ebay for a used pair and might consider it if the price stays within my budget.

Unless you are gettin a sub, stay away from the WS100's. They
actually sound pretty good, but have no bass.

 

[Slayermoonlight]

Yo Eddie! I understand your situation man coz I'm in your same sleeves before I bought my very first HT system. Luckily, good guys like Seth, rnatalli, davemcc, etc.. will help your narrow down your options.Though others gave replies like "Audition-them-nuff-said" or "It's-for-you-to-decide-nuff-said" But don't worry, majority of them are good guys indeed!

I recently bought a Monitor Audio BR5 floorstander. They have excellent treble and very good mid range. Cute finish too I also recommend Wharfedale Diamond 9 series especially the Diamond 9.5 floorstanding speaker which is at par with Monitor Audio. Both speakers are sexy. IMO, purchase a speaker not only using your ears but also with your eyes. A speaker that looks good, sounds good. Aesthetics is also a consideration when you'll purchase something you'll use everyday for many years to come.

 

[Slayermoonlight]

IMO, purchase a speaker not only using your ears but also with your eyes. A speaker that looks good, sounds good. Aesthetics is also a consideration when you'll purchase something you'll use everyday for many years to come.

Bose is an exception. Their speakers are not sexy. They're not even cute. They just small.

 

[EddieG]

I finally went and listened to speakers.
The first pair I listened to was the PSB Alpha floorstanders (they were used and at a good price), as my first choice WAS floorstanders. The sound was a bit flat to me, and the vocals on the track I was listening to (some Springsteen song) sounded echo-ey. Then the salesman put on Mission E52 bookshelf speakers which had a "fuller" sound, if you know what I mean. Then I listened to Mordaunt-Short MS914 Floorstanding and liked them as well. Now Friday I am going back to listen to Wharfedale Crystal 90's as they are on sale for $119.

Since I listened to and liked the Mission could I get some suggestions on other speakers, either floorstanders or bookshelves, that have similar sound?

My new budget is $500 (just don't tell my wife)

 

[rnatalli]

Sounds like you may have similar taste to myself as I like the British speaker brands you mentioned. I'd add Monitor Audio to your audition list as you may like how they sound. Saturday Audio is having some good deals ATM on the Bronze series.

 

[zumbo]

My new budget is $500 (just don't tell my wife)

Can I get a $600?

http://www.unitedonlineshopping.com/mbquql62slib.html

 

[EddieG]

Can I get a $600?

http://www.unitedonlineshopping.com/mbquql62slib.html

Don't tease me!!

 

[zumbo]

Don't tease me!!

They are worth every penny. They need the power though. 4ohm. This is the last place I know that has these. The new models are expensive. $649.95 ea.

 

[jostenmeat]

Can I get a $600?

GOING ONCE ! ..... GOING TWICE ! .....