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In Reply to: good match front speaker for Arcam AVR-100?? posted by audioman on March 19, 2001 at 22:50:49:
Audioman,I too am using the Arcam AVR100 for both 2-channel and HT usage. I am currently looking into upgrading my speakers also. Right now I am using the NHT SuperOne's for my front-channel system, and for my money, you can't find a better speaker in the 5-600 dollar range in terms of accuracy and dynamics. I know that some others won't agree with my assesment, but for me, these speakers are a real bargain, and are even under your budget at around $350 a pair. My only complaint would be that they are a little power hungry with a 86db sensitivity rating, but they go loud without strain, and I've never heard them lose it at higher volumes. Some others to think about might be the B&W 602 series or the newer CM range, which just came out I believe, and even some PSB models. I hope this helps a little.
SW
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I have to say that the B&W 600 series 2 speakers BLOW. I hate to bash ANY product, but I HATE these speakers. I had some old BOSTON HD-5 that sounded better than the big 602 s2!!!! Please listen to that speaker and make a determination for yourself, but DO NOT buy them without hearing first. YUK!! heh. . .I also owned the NHT, and can say they are really nice. . . A bit antiseptic, but the Arcam smooths them out a bit too.
B
When I first auditioned this receiver, I tried it with the B&W 602s. The treble justabout drove me out the door, really bright!... I'm trying some Monitor Audios now and although can get a little agressive on some parts, are a much better match.... I will be trying the PSB RT-4 floorstander this weekend.... Audioman
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