troikken Posted September 13, 2014 Share Posted September 13, 2014 I'm looking at a pair of Monitor Audio Silver 6 floor speakers for around $1650 new. I have read a few reviews saying they are decent speakers but there are better options around for the price. Can anyone help me out in regards to what would be those better options the reviews are speaking about? The speakers will be part of a setup including a Rega RP40 turntable and Rega Brio-R Amp. On another note I currently have a set of Jamo Cornet 70 III speakers. How do these speakers rate these days...fairly decent still? Would they work well with the setup mentioned above? Any help is much appreciated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Muon Posted September 13, 2014 Share Posted September 13, 2014 (edited) You will get a better idea on how well the Jamo's you have work with that setup......... by trying them. A much better idea than what you will get asking others, I think. I have never heard the Monitor Audio's, so I can't comment in any way. Not much help I guess. Others will be more helpful than I. Edit: Oh, and welcome to SNA Edited September 13, 2014 by ortofun Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
troikken Posted September 13, 2014 Author Share Posted September 13, 2014 Yes that is true and I intend on listening to the Jamos on the new setup. But my ears haven't heard a variety of speakers to compare. They sounded pretty good to me when I last had them powered up around a year ago. But sometimes what you think is great may not actually be when you find out what else is around. I'm just hoping to tap into the experience of others that may be able to steer me in the right direction. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Muon Posted September 13, 2014 Share Posted September 13, 2014 Yup, understandable, you should get a few comments from others soon enough Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Galactic Soap Posted September 13, 2014 Share Posted September 13, 2014 (edited) Hi Troy, Do you have a particular bias towards a specific sound signature i.e. do you prefer a warmer sound to a more brighter presentation? Do you prefer a more laid back sound, to a more dynamic up front presentation? What kind of music do you listen to? The reason I ask is that when deciding on a set of speakers to buy I tried the MA Silver 2 Way Monitors and found that the presentation was a touch too bright and up front for my tastes. I've since discovered I have a preference for a slightly warmer, smoother and laid back presentation when it comes to the music I listen (counter intuitively: deep house and more logically: jazz). I remember when I started on this journey I'd get a touch frustrated at the suggestions to listen before I buy: unfortunately a number of factors including location, and budget may render this impossible, but it's sound advice (no pun intended) and worth at least broadening your horizons so you get a sense for your preferred taste then potentially focus on a brand that has that particular signature at your price range. Cheers, Soapy Edited September 13, 2014 by Galactic Soap Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
troikken Posted September 13, 2014 Author Share Posted September 13, 2014 Hi Soapy. Yes this is the start of my journey. I've always had plenty of audio equipment around me in the past but in my younger days I really gave no consideration to the sound. If it whacked out volumes of noise I liked it. Over recent years I've been satisfied with downloadable content without a worry at all. But recently it has become apparent to me that my ears aren't digital and I'm missing out on the spectrum of sounds that the original artist intended for me to hear. But that's a whole other story and getting off topic [emoji4] Today I had the chance to head into a dedicated audio hifi shop and listen to a set of speaker starting in my budget range....up to $1650 or so. I started out with a pair of Monitor Audio Silver 2 speakers in a media room. They sounded really good. Almost like the sound was swirling around my head. I wouldn't call the sound warming but they had fantastic clarity....which could also be the track being played. We moved them into the open room and they had less punch which is to be expected I guess. The step up from these are the Silver 6's floor speaker. These sounded more rounded than the 2's with what I would call a firmer and balanced range of sound. I only listened to these two as they were in my price range. I was amazed actually being in a dedicated shop and seeing the prices on the speakers....wow!! Lol I'm used to Harvey Norman and JBHIFI! But today was my first experience at really listening to the sound.....and I enjoyed it! [emoji106] 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldrose Posted September 13, 2014 Share Posted September 13, 2014 The Silver 6's are a great speaker but Galactic is right to ask about your preference for sound as they can be bright so a listen with your amp is needed if you don't have a preference for that type of sound. Personal opinion but I'd look at the Krix, Epos or B&W's in the same price range. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jt301 Posted September 14, 2014 Share Posted September 14, 2014 You could add Focal, Kef and Paradigm to that list. IMO there's no substitute in getting around and listening to as many speakers within your budget as you can before you make a purchase. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DAMO 1147 Posted September 15, 2014 Share Posted September 15, 2014 Second hand Orpheus would be a great all rounder to start with but yes it would be good to know what your into music wise. At friends place the other night and I am still impressed by his aurora 2's. You would now get 3's for that money. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
troikken Posted September 18, 2014 Author Share Posted September 18, 2014 Thanks for the replies. The kind of music in my record collection is mostly Blues, Soul/Funk, RnB/Soul. Artists and groups such as Muddy Waters, John Lee Hooker, Little Walter, Buddy Guy, Aretha Franklin, Earth Wind n Fire....also The Eagles, Simply Red, Janis Joplin and also a bit of Elvis. If I was to say which sound I love the most....it's got to be Chicago Blues!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
troikken Posted September 18, 2014 Author Share Posted September 18, 2014 I current have a pair of Jamo Cornet 70 III floor speakers and the gentleman from my Audio HiFi store has gladly let me bring them into the store to hook them up and compare my current sound to the Monitor Audio speakers. I haven't powered these speakers in almost 2 years so I'm hoping they still have some life left in them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eagle Posted September 18, 2014 Share Posted September 18, 2014 I used to own a pair of the Jamo Cornet speakers many years ago and always liked them. They had a warmish sound to them from memory with decent bass. I eventually traded them in for B&W 603S2 speakers and thought it was a step up but definitely a brighter sound. Will be interested to see how you find the different speakers as its such a personal thing. For what its worth, I like Usher and Whatmough speakers in your price range as I think you get more bang for your buck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
soundfan Posted September 18, 2014 Share Posted September 18, 2014 Simple. Audition, with your amp if possible, and let your ears be the judge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DAMO 1147 Posted September 18, 2014 Share Posted September 18, 2014 My recommendation above stands, love John Lee & Janis myself try to hear some. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
troikken Posted September 20, 2014 Author Share Posted September 20, 2014 Well I decided to purchase the Monitor Audio Silver 8 speakers. To me they sound fantastic for the range of music I like. It was difficult to track down sellers in Brisbane that sell the recommend speakers that everyone suggested. A few had some brands but not in my price range. To me the Sliver 8's not only sound great but look aesthetic with the grilles off too. Thanks to all that made recommendations as it helped me actually extend my budget to get speakers that give quite a bit more than my original selection. Cheers all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jt301 Posted September 20, 2014 Share Posted September 20, 2014 Congrats Troy on the purchase. Enjoy! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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