Ovenpaa wrote:
I posted a couple of days ago re M3 problems, and can now see a resolution
once I have tracked down some Audax tweeters, however lurking here for a
few days was a mistake because it has set me wondering should I upgrade?

I run a real mismatch in that my system ranges from nearly 25 years old to
5 years, and comprises:

Meridian M3 speakers
Archaic meridian 101B pre-amp
Meridian 506 CD transport
Linn LP12 with Ittok arm, Valhala and Stilton cartridge

We live in a tiny cottage, and listen to a wide range of music on vinyl
and CD ranging from Roy Harper through Lisa Ekdahl to Tricky with some
strange bits thrown in for good measure.

So my question is should I consider upgrading (maybe starting again from
scratch is a better way of putting it) and what does the group feel is
a good replacement or should I even consider an upgrade, and more to the
point what will it cost?

TIA


Tricky - the 'unknown' is the speakers; how well they work in your room,
tone etc. And if you change those once they're fixed (they're active I
take it) you'll need a power amplifier. Also how much you want to spend
.... and how happy are you with the present sound. I doubt you'd get
large improvements changing the pre/turntable/cd in any event.

If you were to look for new amplification/speakers Meridian stuff tends
to go for good prices on ebay.

Rob