cn9601 Posted January 6, 2009 Posted January 6, 2009 Y dun chk out: LHS Electronics Enterprise Address: 10 Jln Besar #02-27 Sim Lim Tower Singapore 208787 Telephone: 6293 2242 I used to follow the norm of 10% of cost on cables. And I had used pretty X cables as well. But now my Front and Ctr are Belden --> IMO, cheap and good. And yes, I am still stubborn with >$200 Chord HDMI cable. Does it look and sound better? Just a little. So, simply say, no harm go LHS and ask those uncles there for opinion. You could always walk away after that, but likely you will return to buy later ;D Search LHS and Belden here & there's tons of threads about Belden ;) I envy yr B$W....congrats
Guest chongau1 Posted January 8, 2009 Posted January 8, 2009 Hi Tomktan Your speakers would be even more impressive if you had bought the 683 instead of the 684. Where did you buy them and how much?
tomktan Posted January 8, 2009 Posted January 8, 2009 yes I wanted the 683 but but but ...$$$$$$$$ not enough :( :-[ PM you
Demosthenes Posted January 9, 2009 Posted January 9, 2009 1) HT102: 2 x 805S, HTM4S (coming soon) 2) Magnuz: 2x 683 (Cherry) pending delivery 3) Jeetung: 2x 684, HTM62 (Wenge) (ETA within 90 days) 4) DJQ: 2x DM601, 2x DM600, LCR60 ( old discontinued models ) 5) lhraiders 2 x 805s, 2 x DS3, HTM4s pending delivery 6) TYF : 2xCM1 (planning to upgrade to 685) 7) JLCSG: 2 x 804s (ETA 90 days) 8) Ajitbm: 2 x 685 and HTM62 (Wenge) 9) Demosthenes: 2 X 685 and HTM62 Hi all, Just became the latest member on this thread to be a very proud owner of a pair of 685s and the HTM62. I was thinking of using the M1s as surround speakers, but decided otherwise because those bloody stands are a huge rip off. First impressions are that the system sounds pretty awesome right out of the box, but I have only had the chance to watch Starhub HD and SD channels. Played a tad of Xbox but I just found out that cheap ass microsoft requires you to buy an optical cable to get full surround (my Xbox is not the Elite version and comes with only component cabling). Still tweaking the whole shebang. All in all, the sound is great, the looks are beautiful and the weekend is coming, so its a glorious two days to tweak! :)
wyvern Posted January 9, 2009 Posted January 9, 2009 1) HT102: 2 x 805S, HTM4S (coming soon) 2) Magnuz: 2x 683 (Cherry) pending delivery 3) Jeetung: 2x 684, HTM62 (Wenge) (ETA within 90 days) 4) DJQ: 2x DM601, 2x DM600, LCR60 ( old discontinued models ) 5) lhraiders 2 x 805s, 2 x DS3, HTM4s pending delivery 6) TYF : 2xCM1 (planning to upgrade to 685) 7) JLCSG: 2 x 804s (ETA 90 days) 8) Ajitbm: 2 x 685 and HTM62 (Wenge) 9) Demosthenes: 2 X 685 and HTM62 Hi all, Just became the latest member on this thread to be a very proud owner of a pair of 685s and the HTM62. I was thinking of using the M1s as surround speakers, but decided otherwise because those bloody stands are a huge rip off. First impressions are that the system sounds pretty awesome right out of the box, but I have only had the chance to watch Starhub HD and SD channels. Played a tad of Xbox but I just found out that cheap ass microsoft requires you to buy an optical cable to get full surround (my Xbox is not the Elite version and comes with only component cabling). Still tweaking the whole shebang. All in all, the sound is great, the looks are beautiful and the weekend is coming, so its a glorious two days to tweak! :) Bro, when you bought your B&W? Tot of getting 686 as my surround but no stock. That was abt 1 week back.
Demosthenes Posted January 9, 2009 Posted January 9, 2009 Bro, when you bought your B&W? Tot of getting 686 as my surround but no stock. That was abt 1 week back. Bought my 685s two days ago. Not sure about the 686 because they were too blocky for surrounds. I was looking at the M1s instead. The Experts Group has a pair of DS3s on sale I think. Not sure if that suits your taste.
infernosix Posted January 10, 2009 Posted January 10, 2009 If you're looking for a pair of stands for the M-1 speakers I've got a pair for sale. Silver in colour. PM me if interested. I don't need it anymore so can let go cheap.
Vice1624705909 Posted January 13, 2009 Posted January 13, 2009 Bought my 685s two days ago. Not sure about the 686 because they were too blocky for surrounds. I was looking at the M1s instead. The Experts Group has a pair of DS3s on sale I think. Not sure if that suits your taste. Lucky for you that you have managed to get the 685. I ordered my 685 (black ash) - paid deposit, just after Christmas and till now have not received it. Was told that it will come earliest beginning Jan09 and latest mid Jan09. It's sometime frustrating when the company did so much promotion/publicity about B&W and when you want to buy it, they will tell you they don't have stocks and need to wait. When you ask them when the stocks will arrive, they will tell you not sure, maybe Feb/Mar. And to ensure that I get the 1st batch that arrives, I need confirm my order first by paying a deposit to secure it. No doubt my experience with the Experts so far, are very good. The Sales guy Kenny is very helpful and patient with me. My only pain points is not knowing when I will get my speakers and need to wait long for my purchase. I really hope they will improve on their delivery lead times or at least keep more stocks on the popular models.
boey_francis Posted January 16, 2009 Posted January 16, 2009 How much did u paid for the 685 after discount?
jasonteong Posted January 16, 2009 Posted January 16, 2009 Lucky for you that you have managed to get the 685. I ordered my 685 (black ash) - paid deposit, just after Christmas and till now have not received it. Was told that it will come earliest beginning Jan09 and latest mid Jan09. It's sometime frustrating when the company did so much promotion/publicity about B&W and when you want to buy it, they will tell you they don't have stocks and need to wait. When you ask them when the stocks will arrive, they will tell you not sure, maybe Feb/Mar. And to ensure that I get the 1st batch that arrives, I need confirm my order first by paying a deposit to secure it. No doubt my experience with the Experts so far, are very good. The Sales guy Kenny is very helpful and patient with me. My only pain points is not knowing when I will get my speakers and need to wait long for my purchase. I really hope they will improve on their delivery lead times or at least keep more stocks on the popular models. Hi, Just to drop a note on the stock issue. 685 is a highly popular model and globally, demand have outstrip supply. We will recommend customer that is interested to purchase to decide early so that we can meet the leadtime. Also, we will recommend that you consider alternative colors if you wish to have early deliveries. This will allow more flexibility and facilitate quicker fulfillment of orders. While our retail stocks have been forecasted/boosted to meet CNY demands, but sadly, we cannot anticipate it 100%. Regards Jason Teong General Manager The Experts Group Pte Ltd Sole Distributor for B&W, Classe, Arcam and Xantech - Singapore, Malaysia and Brunei Sole Distributor for Audioquest - Singapore e. & o. e.
music_loft Posted January 19, 2009 Posted January 19, 2009 Jason, I have the intention to purchase 684 and 685, went to KEC and they want me to place order and they will help get my stocks for CNY. But when i call up your shop, your salesman say no stocks. Is that possible? Why???
jasonteong Posted January 20, 2009 Posted January 20, 2009 Jason, I have the intention to purchase 684 and 685, went to KEC and they want me to place order and they will help get my stocks for CNY. But when i call up your shop, your salesman say no stocks. Is that possible? Why??? Hi Music Loft, While we are the distributor, we have no exact information if KEC have or do not have stocks. Our retail ops and wholesale ops are seperate operations, ie keep their own stocks so it is possible for certain colors/models, availability will vary. This is usual for all brands. Our retail operation forecasts, purchases and keeps their own stocks. At this time, they have limited stocks for 684 and 685. Some items are reserved for customer with paid deposits but the sales people maybe able to juggle the schedules. You will need to speak to the retail guys but we prefer not to give empty promises. I believe we have fulfilled our promised to customer's CNY timeline, one way or the other. Thanks. Jason
Vice1624705909 Posted January 21, 2009 Posted January 21, 2009 How much did u paid for the 685 after discount? There's discount given but insignificant.....cos, there's waiting list for 685....and you need to place advance order....
Vice1624705909 Posted January 21, 2009 Posted January 21, 2009 Hi Music Loft, While we are the distributor, we have no exact information if KEC have or do not have stocks. Our retail ops and wholesale ops are seperate operations, ie keep their own stocks so it is possible for certain colors/models, availability will vary. This is usual for all brands. Our retail operation forecasts, purchases and keeps their own stocks. At this time, they have limited stocks for 684 and 685. Some items are reserved for customer with paid deposits but the sales people maybe able to juggle the schedules. You will need to speak to the retail guys but we prefer not to give empty promises. I believe we have fulfilled our promised to customer's CNY timeline, one way or the other. Thanks. Jason Hi Music Loft, I got my 685 few days ago and I have placed my order just before Christmas. So, go figure how long it will take for you to get the 685 or 684........
jasonteong Posted January 23, 2009 Posted January 23, 2009 Hi Music Loft, I got my 685 few days ago and I have placed my order just before Christmas. So, go figure how long it will take for you to get the 685 or 684........ Depending on color. I believe some can either take goods now or next weekend when port reopens. Some colors have long back order across the globe. Regretably, we are not selling mass produced products that runs out of a fast production line. And if we adjust the price upwards instead of downwards like what we just did in Jan 2009, we could probably do better logistics, like flying in products. As I have mentioned, place order early and have alternative color. We will also prefer faster sales cycle but regrettably there is supply bottleneck. I guess no one is happy with the situation. Perhaps as a consolation, this does gives testament to the global demand of the 684 and 685. cheers and happy CNY. jason
tomktan Posted January 25, 2009 Posted January 25, 2009 Hi Music Loft, While we are the distributor, we have no exact information if KEC have or do not have stocks. Our retail ops and wholesale ops are seperate operations, ie keep their own stocks so it is possible for certain colors/models, availability will vary. This is usual for all brands. Our retail operation forecasts, purchases and keeps their own stocks. At this time, they have limited stocks for 684 and 685. Some items are reserved for customer with paid deposits but the sales people maybe able to juggle the schedules. You will need to speak to the retail guys but we prefer not to give empty promises. I believe we have fulfilled our promised to customer's CNY timeline, one way or the other. Thanks. Jason Yes, truely agreed with Jason on the part on fulfillment of customers' orders on CNY timeline. Received my order just 4 days ago and managed to set it up today. Though did not received the color that I wanted, I am more than compensated for it. Truly pleased with the services and would like to extend special thanks to Henry & kenny for making it happen. Now I am a proud and happy owner of B&W set. Cheers and wishing all a happy CNY
Fanzhen Posted January 25, 2009 Posted January 25, 2009 Yes, truely agreed with Jason on the part on fulfillment of customers' orders on CNY timeline. Received my order just 4 days ago and managed to set it up today. Though did not received the color that I wanted, I am more than compensated for it. Truly pleased with the services and would like to extend special thanks to Henry & kenny for making it happen. Now I am a proud and happy owner of B&W set. Cheers and wishing all a happy CNY Hi Tomktan, Lee & I might be coming to your place this coming Friday. Please prepare food & beer hor. *******Gong Xi Fa Cai*********
KloneMerien Posted January 25, 2009 Posted January 25, 2009 lol..if they are serving food and beer ah..i also wanna buy from them also leh...lol
c7221624705751 Posted January 31, 2009 Posted January 31, 2009 hmm what's so great abt this 684/685 huh ? so popular ?
jasonteong Posted February 2, 2009 Posted February 2, 2009 hmm what's so great abt this 684/685 huh ? so popular ? Hi c722, Pls drop by to listen to 684/5 and do give us your feedback. Cheers. jason
jasonteong Posted February 2, 2009 Posted February 2, 2009 Yes, truely agreed with Jason on the part on fulfillment of customers' orders on CNY timeline. Received my order just 4 days ago and managed to set it up today. Though did not received the color that I wanted, I am more than compensated for it. Truly pleased with the services and would like to extend special thanks to Henry & kenny for making it happen. Now I am a proud and happy owner of B&W set. Cheers and wishing all a happy CNY Hi Tomktan, We only can apologise that we cannot predict the vessel cancellations and regretably could not bring in the item of your choice in time for CNY. Thanks for your patience. And hope that you enjoyed your "better" system. jason
KloneMerien Posted February 2, 2009 Posted February 2, 2009 Hi, I'm very new to these stuff...and my fren is recommending the Plinius integrated amp (9200) for me, if I wanted to pair them up with B&W speakers, doesn't really know how does that sounds with B&W speakeres, I'm now planning to get my self a tower speaker, what would you guys receommend? (I do listen to most of those pop and rock songs) Cheers Klone
badbad2000 Posted February 6, 2009 Posted February 6, 2009 hi, any recommendation of cable for 685? thinking of trying different cable to bi-amp again. Anyone try silver cable for 685 before?
jasonteong Posted February 19, 2009 Posted February 19, 2009 Hi, I'm very new to these stuff...and my fren is recommending the Plinius integrated amp (9200) for me, if I wanted to pair them up with B&W speakers, doesn't really know how does that sounds with B&W speakeres, I'm now planning to get my self a tower speaker, what would you guys receommend? (I do listen to most of those pop and rock songs) Cheers Klone HI Klone, Sorry for late reply. Have been out of action due to an ear infection. On Plinius, I apologise that we have not heard it before so do not know the performance. For us, we match it more with Arcam (we are the agent of Arcam) and do know that Arcam matches it with B&W nicely. You can drop by to listen to it. Preferably, pls give us a call to let us know the Speaker model so we can prepare the setup. Thanks jason
.thumb.jpg.cb6b24bd10b41bd7dcd534b13bb08334.jpg)
Recommended Posts