At the moment we have an old set of computer speakers running out of the
line out from a walkman type cd player. The sound is awful and we need
volume to get decent sound but I'm thinking the upstairs neighbours don't
think much of this.

Got the feeling that a decent set of speakers would mean we could get the
clarity, separation and frequency response without needing volume...

So, any ideas? Looked about on ebay but really we could do with some first
hand recommendations. Partner is in love with her Bose in ear headphones
(non sound cancelling) and is set on Bose... But my own feeling is we could
do much better by avoiding the Bose hype..

What do you lot do at bedtime, when it's real late, neighbours just above,
below or sideways?

Les

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Les Hemmings wrote:
At the moment we have an old set of computer speakers running out of
the line out from a walkman type cd player. The sound is awful and we
need volume to get decent sound but I'm thinking the upstairs
neighbours don't think much of this.


Looking at these.... anyone heard these?

http://www.richersounds.com/showprod...CTIVE-GOLD-MON

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On Sun, 28 Oct 2007 09:36:50 -0000, "Les Hemmings"
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Les Hemmings wrote:
At the moment we have an old set of computer speakers running out of
the line out from a walkman type cd player. The sound is awful and we
need volume to get decent sound but I'm thinking the upstairs
neighbours don't think much of this.


Looking at these.... anyone heard these?

http://www.richersounds.com/showprod...CTIVE-GOLD-MON

Cosmetically they appear to be copies of the KEF Cresta 10 - but
active of course.

Just bear in mind that Gale is Richer Sounds' own brand. Probably
quite OK though - certainly a heap better than any computer speaker.

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Les Hemmings wrote:
Les Hemmings wrote:
At the moment we have an old set of computer speakers running out of
the line out from a walkman type cd player. The sound is awful and we
need volume to get decent sound but I'm thinking the upstairs
neighbours don't think much of this.


Depending on the extent of sound insulation and the neighbour's
attitude, I think you're always going to have problems until you move.
I've lived in flats and shared housing most of my adult life, and
managed blocks of flats and maisonettes, and sound insulation has always
been dreadful. Even some terraced housing/semi-detached doesn't do a
good job.

New build *looks* better (concrete rafts between floors), and I gather
the building regs have tightened this up. Even so, the fact remains that
music etc late at night is likely to be audible, and could bother some
people.

So, on a prevention basis, is moving an option?!



Looking at these.... anyone heard these?

http://www.richersounds.com/showprod...CTIVE-GOLD-MON


I've heard the non-active version, and they sounded fine, with plenty of
bass for the size. Each speaker will need access to a mains plug I would
have thought, and the controls don't look too accessible.

I'd go for a second hand ebay integrated amp (NAD, Rotel, Mission,
Pioneer) and some named (Tannoy, Mission, NAD) bookshelf speakers -
cheaper, more versatile, and possibly a better sound.

Rob

Rob wrote:

So, on a prevention basis, is moving an option?!

Victorian basement, no sound insulation regs in those days. No one has
complained yet... Moving not an option, next move will be the ubiquitous
stone walled, detached cottage though. No more shared housing!


Looking at these.... anyone heard these?

http://www.richersounds.com/showprod...CTIVE-GOLD-MON


I've heard the non-active version, and they sounded fine, with plenty
of bass for the size. Each speaker will need access to a mains plug I
would have thought, and the controls don't look too accessible.

I'd go for a second hand ebay integrated amp (NAD, Rotel, Mission,
Pioneer) and some named (Tannoy, Mission, NAD) bookshelf speakers -
cheaper, more versatile, and possibly a better sound.



Cheers Rob, thanks for the tips. There are power sockets both sides. Will
take a look at some of the names you mention too. I was drooling over the
Neutron IV's from AVI with an amp pack on the back. Seemed just about
perfect till i looked at the price...

Les


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Rob wrote:
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I'd go for a second hand ebay integrated amp (NAD, Rotel, Mission,

NAD 304 amp the sort of thing you mean?

Les

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Les Hemmings wrote:
Rob wrote:
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I'd go for a second hand ebay integrated amp (NAD, Rotel, Mission,

NAD 304 amp the sort of thing you mean?

Les


Yep - I've always liked NAD, for the look/design, conservative ratings
and customer service.

Nowadays I tend to collect on ebay - pick your category and list by
distance from your postcode. You can see it working, save on post, and
not get involved in the postal lottery (I've still got one amplifier out
there somewhere).

Rob

Rob wrote:

NAD 304 amp the sort of thing you mean?

Les


Yep - I've always liked NAD, for the look/design, conservative ratings
and customer service.

Nowadays I tend to collect on ebay - pick your category and list by
distance from your postcode. You can see it working, save on post, and
not get involved in the postal lottery (I've still got one amplifier
out there somewhere).

Rob

Thought maybe the 304 was a bit long in the tooth (1995 i think) but if i
can get one for under £50 then it may be the basis for a better sounding
bedroom...

Les


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