Hi,
I’m new to the community so apologies for asking dumb questions !
I’m running some ageing (all over 15 years old) Pioneer units (record deck, cd player, tape deck through a pioneer receiver).
I had been using Solavox 45 speakers which were a budget bookshelf speaker (would need to be well mounted shelf as they were heavy)
I’m now trying to upgrade, starting with the speakers (probably most important part of the system) and having read several reviews have narrowed it down to Elac Debut 6.2 OR Elac Uni-Fi 2.0 UB52 OR Wharfedale Diamond 230.
Any advice ?
Almost any new speaker will be better than the old Solavox but would I notice any difference between these given the ‘old’ technology I’m using ?
Stuart
Welcome. No dumb questions…and really no answers other than opinions.
Speakers are the most important piece in the chain. They add the most character and distortion of all the components. The room interaction is also paramount.
Yes there will be differences but not necessarily due to technology. My best advice to you is audition them in your space with your ears. Anything else is folly. Sure, find the size and type of speaker, which is seems like you’ve done, for your needs. Your listed choices are all very good and competent speakers but may or may not work for you preferences and space.
I use a similar size speaker and auditioned ~15 different models in my home. Yes, it’s a hassle to purchase and return but it’s worth it in the end I believe. I settled on a set of very lightly used ATC SCM11v2 made in the UK (and from a chap in the UK, shipped to US was still far less than new in US). I prefer to use modest stand mount speakers with multiple complimentary subwoofers. The placement in your space for the best bass response and best imaging, stage, etc. are almost guaranteed to be different physical locations. But don’t bother with sub(s) until you’ve selected your speakers and become very accustomed to them in your space.
Good luck with your quest. Enjoy the process. You’re starting with the most important piece, the speakers, your room and your ears.