It’s a funny conversation. Some here use Sl2 with 500 series and Nd 555 with twin ps.
But nobody tell them to change the speakers.
Pete, you should put a Naim sticker on your Royds, and you will not be bothered again
Think Tony’s only being a little cheeky. He knows how much I love my Royds, they’re such a rare beast and they do sound wonderful. But there probably will be a time where they will need replacing. But I think you are right about the Naim brand, I’ve heard some of there speakers and still thought my Royds sounded better.
I once heard a top 500 system, with the Cd555 first on show. The speakers were Ariva.
I heard 5 minutes and was bored. But enjoyed the beast Cd555 first time, looking so impressive.
@Mike_S, as you are here too. If you were at Pete’s place , would you take Tony’s comments so positively as Pete?
I just take it as banter, Tony and I always rib each other. He does have a wonderful vinyl collection and I generally like his tastes in music but we disagree on Dire Straits.
The other thing is I never take anyone’s comment on this forum personal.
Also I only posted my photo to get the thread back on topic, boy that was a failure.
So good to know that…
I will not comment more because we hijacked the thread…
But can’t say personally that all comments are not personal. In that case not, but sometimes there are real nasty and personal comments.
If I was at Pete’s place it would be beers, shrimps and music!
You are more healthy than me guys. It must be the sun
Meanwhile, during house arrest, the second system is getting a lot of use. Listening to the new Glass Hammer album Dreaming City in hi-res - simply stunning
Please could we keep this thread for pictures of systems and related comment. There are other threads open and available for any other topics, or else please open a new topic provided it stays within forum rules. Thanks.
Lock down redecoration. Ran out of excuses not to. Putting frame together the second time around was a lot easier.
Used the “Tag der Arbeit” (Labor Day) to rebuild my system and install the ND5 XS2 borrowed from my dealer. Amazing, how good the system plays when the television is not placed between the speakers.
ND5 XS2 significantly better transport for the nDAC than its predecessor.
Sad little ND5 XS is waiting for his second life … probably…
Lockdown basics, CD player, pre, power and speakers
Well said sir. It’s good to see pics of systems large or small, not so good to have to trawl through endless meandering discussions to find them.
Now that’s interesting, you are using very basic speakers with a very good system.
I must admit that every time I read somebody saying what would be good with my system (and on a tight budget) I think the Q Acoustics would be a good place to start whist you built up funds
Looks really good. How are the Q Acoustics working out so far Chris?
How are you liking the Ultra HBL and what is the rest of your system?