Auditioned the Kef LS50 + Blade - wow!
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RDSChicago
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I am in! Love these speakers, Chinese made or not!!
I thought this WAS the LS50 thread!!!
Good feed back Cannucker... I can see where the newer materials in the LS50 would provide a more defined sound (ie; less laid back). I myself listen to a lot of Jazz so I like the "smoothness" and "softness" of the older materials, but I can understand how the newer designs have evolved to provide real engagement and nuance.
Yanno... you're almost getting me considering these!!! But I think I have my heart set on trying to scrounge up some sweet Spendors somewhere!!!
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RDSChicago
Well-Known Member
This audio hobby is preventing me from going to work as early as I used to! More fun than talking to clients, right?
canuckaudiog
On a quest for high fidelity
I thought this WAS the LS50 thread!!!
Good feed back Cannucker... I can see where the newer materials in the LS50 would provide a more defined sound (ie; less laid back). I myself listen to a lot of Jazz so I like the "smoothness" and "softness" of the older materials, but I can understand how the newer designs have evolved to provide real engagement and nuance.
Yanno... you're almost getting me considering these!!! But I think I have my heart set on trying to scrounge up some sweet Spendors somewhere!!!
Edit: Dang it... missed first on Page 12 by one post!!!
Haha! Well, I think you should go check them out at the least and see what this new Kef sound is like. It's different, but very good!
thedelihaus
Nocturnal transmissions
I don't personally own a pair, but have spent lots of time listening to them at my friend's shop.
I spoke with him last night and at least two pair are on the way. I'll try to set up a private listening session for local AKers in the Boston area that are interested. Bryston, Electrocompaniet and Prima Luna (tubes) are also at our disposal. I know of a few folk who asked me about them at the local AK fest we just had.
estreeter
Super Member
Unless you work as a lingerie salesman, I'd say it's definitely more fun than talking to clients. :thmbsp:
estreeter
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beatcomber
AK Member
IMO, a sub is mandatory. I need to hear those lower octaves. When the sub is properly integrated, there should be no smearing or muddying. Even in my 9 x 12 room, the bass is deep and defined.
I have an Ikea Poang chair for listening, so 24" stands are just about right. 26" stands might be a little better.
wsissons
Super Member
I wouldn't want to use a sub with this speaker for music . The last string of a bass guitar comes in at about 40 hz . I don't listen to much pipe organ music. I have heard a couple of good sub systems but most IMO took away from the speakers magic if you need 40 hz or lower I think there are a few designs capable of this .....
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ambient
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davidro
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Agreed. No mini monitors on their own can satisfactorily reproduce piano sound, let alone orchestral. I'd go with more than one sub tho.
Art K.
The Voodoo You Do!
...and pipe organ lower than that. However I don't need to produce the whole of it to suspend disbelief. I also don't need to listen to orchestral music and rock music at 100db + to enjoy it. Usually in the upper 70's to low 80's works a treat for me. Having owned a whole lot of good subs I can say with confidence that I prefer my 2 channel music better without. Home theater on the other hand...
wsissons
Super Member
I will say with all the money Kef could have made offering a sub woofer with the ls 50 Its strange that they didn't develop one for them ? Guess they were happy with the way they were? Or were not happy with the result of adding a sub.In the reviews Ive read on these and there are a few there isn't one that I have read were they have added a sub I have read a few were there is a question mark on this .
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RDSChicago
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Good point, Wissons. The same argument could be made that they should have offered stands. Imagine all the extra profits they would have reaped if they sold stands which integrated specifically with the LS50's!
davidro
Lunatic Member
I've heard some very dynamic piano & orchestral concerts live in the world's best concert hall. It doesn't even have to be the world's best to know that such music requires that deep bottom.
Having said that, I wouldn't say mini-monitors must go with the accompanying subs. Any subs would do. In fact most full-ranging speakers with large woofers still benefit from subs or Distributed Bass.
Mini-monitors typically have better imaging than floor-standers though. Works a treat with chamber music. They have smaller foot-prints, which is beneficial for modern living environments. I note Canuk's ot Beat's room wouldn't work too well with large speakers for example.
And damn they look pretty
Having said that, I wouldn't say mini-monitors must go with the accompanying subs. Any subs would do. In fact most full-ranging speakers with large woofers still benefit from subs or Distributed Bass.
Mini-monitors typically have better imaging than floor-standers though. Works a treat with chamber music. They have smaller foot-prints, which is beneficial for modern living environments. I note Canuk's ot Beat's room wouldn't work too well with large speakers for example.
And damn they look pretty
wsissons
Super Member
That is your opinion Dave and I respect that....My experience with subs and ported speakers was quit different I heard a set of speakers this weekend I had for a bit gave them to a friend as a loaner he had them with a sub playing In my opinion it sounded terrible took more away from the speaker then added and my buddy just didn't get into the audio world . And yes Canucks room looks fantastic. My wife can teach piano I love to listen to her play.
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