"Oddjob" wrote in message
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"Ovenpaa" wrote in message
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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?

I used some M3 speakers for quite a while and was very impressed with the
clarity, especially the mid-range and the highs were excellent. I sold
them
on ebay for well over £300 :-)

I now use Meridian D600 digital active speakers (second-hand @ around
£600)
they are floorstanding and give a much fuller sound, if your listening
room
is small, I would stick with what you have and change the preamp.

You can try http://www.wilmslow-audio.co.uk/ for replacement tweeters for
the M3's
The Meridian active speakers are very clear - you would have to spend many
thousands to replace them with new equivalents!

I would also ditch the Linn and get a good (fully automatic) linear
tracking
turntable (technics or revox)- the Linn will fetch good money on ebay, the
101 preamp should reach £30 - £40

I forgot about the 101 having switched mains outlet for the speakers - I
would just keep everything. happy listening :-))