What do you guys think about a NAD C165BEE + C275BEE pre and power amp?   Also, any opinions on the comparisons between the MMGs, Dynaudio Excite 12, and Dali Zensor 3?   Thanks!

I heard the Dali Zensor 3 have great, loud sounds with a nice bass....   What do you guys think about this set up?     MacMini>>Pure Music>>MP-D1>>MP-301 MK3 Mini Tube Amp>>Speakers + Orbit Basic Turntable>>Phono preamp>>MP-301 MK3 Mini Tube Amp>>Speakers   I saw the Musical Paradise...

  I was really set on getting the Maggies, but I heard their bass is not so good. I think I am leaning more towards to the Focal Chorus, Dali Zensor 3 or Wharfedale Diamond 220s.   Any suggestions on the three?

What kind of set up did you have with your Maggies? Tube amps? DAC? AVR?   Also, what is the difference between a stereo receiver and a AVR?

  This may be a stupid question, but if I get a AV receiver, do I not need any other components such as tube amps or DACs or phono amps for my turntable and MacMini (which will be just used to listen to my music on iTunes library and watch movies through a DVD reader. I will NOT be getting a...

If I primarily listen to pop, Kpop, ballad, indie, jazz, and EDM (electro dance music), watch TV shows and movies, you would still recommend the Focals over the MMGs right? (Just want to ask again.. sorry if its repetitive) 

  ProtegeManiac, would you also recommend the Studio Monitor 45 speakers over the MMGs?? Or do you still stick to the Focals?   Thanks, once again

Thank you so much for your suggestion!   Just curious, why do you suggest the Studio Monitor 45 speakers over the MMGs? Also, what do you think about the NAD C 356BEE/Schitt BiFrost DAC stack?

I did some more research and found these.   Magnepan MMG Focal Chorus 806V Wharfedale Diamond 220 Speakers Audioengine A5+ Audioengine P4 BIC Acoustech PL-89 Speakers   PLEASE any recommendations out of these speakers or others for a decently sized living room would be loved!   Also...

  Whoops, forgot about that. So, to re-ask the question, will I need a separate phono preamp and another amp for the turntable?

  So will the NAD D3020 , be the only component I would need? Do I still need to get a receiver or DAC?   Also, if I get my turntable, will I need a separate DAC and phono preamp?

Which Focals would be appropriate for my living room space?   Also, regardless of the Focals or MMGs, will the recommendation for DAC/amp/receiver will be the same for both?

  Then to clarify, what speakers do you recommend? Honestly, I really wanted the MMGs because of how sexy they looked and the reviews about the great sound quality for that low price point. If, however, the MMGs wont do a great job because of the small living room space, I would love to hear...

  Thank you so much for your reply.   So based on your recommendation, are you suggesting I not purchase the MMGs?

Also! I really listen to a wide range of music.. From classic, to pop, to EDM, etc.   Just wondering if that would help.

    Attached is the layout of the apartment! The furniture in the living room can always be moved around =)       1. I know this is a very vague answer, but I do not know how much the equipment to run the speakers normally will cost. I do not need the BEST products, just great looking...

oh... then does anyone have other recommendations for good speakers for a small (~200-300 sq/ft) living room?     It would also be great if I could get recommendations on the following as well!    Turntable: DAC(?): Amp(?): Integrated amp(?): Receiver(?):  Anything else??

Hey guys, I am currently a college student and I am moving into a new apartment this fall.  It is not a massive apartment, just a one-bed apartment. I did some internships and felt that I can finally set up an decent sound system for my living room.   I current plan is to have an turntable...

Which of the two custom in ear monitors are more "comfortable"?   Meaning 1) it fits nicely in the ear and does not cause irritation of any sort and 2) it tends to "pop" out less/ seal tends to break less.   I know the ear impressions sent to the company initally is the most important...

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Also, how is the Heir Audio 3.a?

Quote: Basically all I listen to is pop, kpop, ballad, acoustic covers.... what would fit me the best?     (PS Im not a singer so will not use these on a stage or anyhting)

Quote:   Im really looking at JH13, ES5, and the Miracle.   I don't need too much bass but I still want to feel the "emph" Which of the 3 is more comfortable? Seeing the 24 CIEM review made me more sure that I should get one out of the three but dont know which... Help =(

Quote:   My budget is under 1k. Im looking at JH audio, Westone, Unique Melody but Im happy to get more suggestions

Im finally decided to get myself a pair of IEMs.... But, like almost everyone before getting anything, I dont know which one to get..   Im not the biggest audiophile but I love and appreciate good sound/music The music I listen to is mostly current mainstream pop songs, ballad, kpop...