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Now, Audio Research versus a Quad system.
Can I start by saying that I am aware the choice of a Hi Fi system is a
very personal one and depends largely on an individual's own idea of their conception of an ideal "sound", correct me? However, we all look at other peoples experiences of Hi Fi and read endlessly about them, well I do. Taking the above as "read", can I therefore ask for some experiences of two manufactures wares, namely Quad and Audio Research. I have loads of friends who have the Naim system and yet I have bought and am perfectly satisfied with my new Quad separates, that is until a local dealer whose opinion I have to say I must respect said that he is disappointed in me in that I had said I wanted to end up with a system that was near or at the top whereas I have just got myself a good sound. He maintains that the Audio Research CD player, (no doubt together with their amps etc.), was "on another planet" as to the realistic audio reproduction. Up to then I had got myself both value and detailed, musical and very realistic audio reproduction and this extremely high praise for the Audio Research system has rather spoiled my feeling of having arrived at something of a state of the art purchase. Is this extraordinary high praise for the Audio Research justified and should I immediately go out and trade in my new Quad 99, 904 amp and their neat pre-amp? Your comments would be valued, you should know I am using B and W CDM7's loudspeakers the special edition, (se). -- Derrick Fawsitt |
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"Derrick Fawsitt" wrote in message
... Can I start by saying that I am aware the choice of a Hi Fi system is a very personal one and depends largely on an individual's own idea of their conception of an ideal "sound", correct me? However, we all look at other peoples experiences of Hi Fi and read endlessly about them, well I do. Taking the above as "read", can I therefore ask for some experiences of two manufactures wares, namely Quad and Audio Research. I have loads of friends who have the Naim system and yet I have bought and am perfectly satisfied with my new Quad separates, that is until a local dealer whose opinion I have to say I must respect said that he is disappointed in me in that I had said I wanted to end up with a system that was near or at the top whereas I have just got myself a good sound. He maintains that the Audio Research CD player, (no doubt together with their amps etc.), was "on another planet" as to the realistic audio reproduction. Up to then I had got myself both value and detailed, musical and very realistic audio reproduction and this extremely high praise for the Audio Research system has rather spoiled my feeling of having arrived at something of a state of the art purchase. Is this extraordinary high praise for the Audio Research justified and should I immediately go out and trade in my new Quad 99, 904 amp and their neat pre-amp? Your comments would be valued, you should know I am using B and W CDM7's loudspeakers the special edition, (se). The Audio Research stuff is very, very good and has to be near the top of anybody's list for sound quality. It is also a company that stands behind every unit they have ever made, and still services them. That said, it is an American company and if you are overseas, Quad might be more accessible for dealer and factory support. It is also very fine sounding by reputation. Why not take it piece by piece to the dealer who wants to sell you Audio Research and do a face off. Then decide based on what you hear. Discount what the dealer says, or his opinion is...he obviously will want to sell you the ARC stuff. Decide for yourself. |
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On 2005-06-26 17:24:36 +0200, Derrick Fawsitt said:
Can I start by saying that I am aware the choice of a Hi Fi system is a very personal one and depends largely on an individual's own idea of their conception of an ideal "sound", correct me? However, we all look at other peoples experiences of Hi Fi and read endlessly about them, well I do. Taking the above as "read", can I therefore ask for some experiences of two manufactures wares, namely Quad and Audio Research. I have loads of friends who have the Naim system and yet I have bought and am perfectly satisfied with my new Quad separates, that is until a local dealer whose opinion I have to say I must respect said that he is disappointed in me in that I had said I wanted to end up with a system that was near or at the top whereas I have just got myself a good sound. He maintains that the Audio Research CD player, (no doubt together with their amps etc.), was "on another planet" as to the realistic audio reproduction. Up to then I had got myself both value and detailed, musical and very realistic audio reproduction and this extremely high praise for the Audio Research system has rather spoiled my feeling of having arrived at something of a state of the art purchase. Is this extraordinary high praise for the Audio Research justified and should I immediately go out and trade in my new Quad 99, 904 amp and their neat pre-amp? Your comments would be valued, you should know I am using B and W CDM7's loudspeakers the special edition, (se). If you are happy with the Quad system, then why bother what other people think? I'd rather use the spare money on CDs than being influenced by hifi dealers... Specifically about Quad: I think that these machines are well-designed, no-nonsense, sound neutral, all for a price that's not unaccessible. And they are very reliable. Tom |
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In message , Tom Alaerts
writes On 2005-06-26 17:24:36 +0200, Derrick Fawsitt said: Can I start by saying that I am aware the choice of a Hi Fi system is a very personal one and depends largely on an individual's own idea of their conception of an ideal "sound", correct me? However, we all look at other peoples experiences of Hi Fi and read endlessly about them, well I do. Taking the above as "read", can I therefore ask for some experiences of two manufactures wares, namely Quad and Audio Research. I have loads of friends who have the Naim system and yet I have bought and am perfectly satisfied with my new Quad separates, that is until a local dealer whose opinion I have to say I must respect said that he is disappointed in me in that I had said I wanted to end up with a system that was near or at the top whereas I have just got myself a good sound. He maintains that the Audio Research CD player, (no doubt together with their amps etc.), was "on another planet" as to the realistic audio reproduction. Up to then I had got myself both value and detailed, musical and very realistic audio reproduction and this extremely high praise for the Audio Research system has rather spoiled my feeling of having arrived at something of a state of the art purchase. Is this extraordinary high praise for the Audio Research justified and should I immediately go out and trade in my new Quad 99, 904 amp and their neat pre-amp? Your comments would be valued, you should know I am using B and W CDM7's loudspeakers the special edition, (se). If you are happy with the Quad system, then why bother what other people think? I'd rather use the spare money on CDs than being influenced by hifi dealers... Specifically about Quad: I think that these machines are well-designed, no-nonsense, sound neutral, all for a price that's not unaccessible. And they are very reliable. Tom Thank you Tom, just what wanted, I needed to hear from someone who actually had used or heard the Quad system. Have you had any experience of the Audio Research, I only now need to hear from someone who may have heard both and can tell me if its all its made out to be and worth all that extra money. I won't be changing by system every year like some people do, I have not changed anything up to now for Twenty year or so. -- Derrick Fawsitt |
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On 27 Jun 2005 14:58:37 GMT, Derrick Fawsitt
wrote: Thank you Tom, just what wanted, I needed to hear from someone who actually had used or heard the Quad system. Have you had any experience of the Audio Research, I only now need to hear from someone who may have heard both and can tell me if its all its made out to be and worth all that extra money. I won't be changing by system every year like some people do, I have not changed anything up to now for Twenty year or so. Don't bother. Why take anyone's opinion when you can actually hear them both for yourself in your listening room? I hate to dump on you but you are avoiding deciding for yourself when you are the only one in the right position to decide. Oh, btw, consider acoustic treatment for your room before tossing out money on new equipment. Kal |
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If you are happy with the Quad system, then why bother what other
people think? I'd rather use the spare money on CDs than being influenced by hifi dealers... Specifically about Quad: I think that these machines are well-designed, no-nonsense, sound neutral, all for a price that's not unaccessible. And they are very reliable. Tom Thank you Tom, just what wanted, I needed to hear from someone who actually had used or heard the Quad system. Have you had any experience of the Audio Research, I only now need to hear from someone who may have heard both and can tell me if its all its made out to be and worth all that extra money. I won't be changing by system every year like some people do, I have not changed anything up to now for Twenty year or so. (2nd try to post) I only once and only briefly heard an Audio Research amp set, and not in good demo conditions either so I shouldn't really comment. Anyway, I had the impression of a fluid, effortless sound. Not all too different from McIntosh amps which I heard, again briefly, a few times. Better than Quad? Maybe a bit, if you compare them directly, or maybe you'd slightly prefer Quad. And whatever these not that dramatic differences, simply changing loudspeakers has a much, much larger effect on the total tonal balance. Your recent Quad system is just fine, and it is better not into the upgrade spiral that greedy hifi dealers want to lure us with. Again, I'd rather buy extra CDs instead of now already upgrading. all best, Tom |
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In message , Kalman Rubinson
writes On 27 Jun 2005 14:58:37 GMT, Derrick Fawsitt wrote: Thank you Tom, just what wanted, I needed to hear from someone who actually had used or heard the Quad system. Have you had any experience of the Audio Research, I only now need to hear from someone who may have heard both and can tell me if its all its made out to be and worth all that extra money. I won't be changing by system every year like some people do, I have not changed anything up to now for Twenty year or so. Don't bother. Why take anyone's opinion when you can actually hear them both for yourself in your listening room? I hate to dump on you but you are avoiding deciding for yourself when you are the only one in the right position to decide. Oh, btw, consider acoustic treatment for your room before tossing out money on new equipment. Kal I will do now Kal, I will insist on hearing any equipment in my home and if the particular retailer won't oblige then I will go elsewhere. Thanks again. -- Derrick |
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