ALR Note 7

Advantages: Absolutely superb midrange frequencies and very smooth treble. Neutral and yet very atmospheric. Beats many speakers at twice its price.
Disadvantages: Slight problems with three-dimensional reproduction and upper bass overemphasis. Power-hungry and thus critical with some amplifiers.

.../ pair) and the floor-standing CDM 7 (£1,000 / pair), plus a centre speaker and subwoofer for home cinema enthusiasts. Like the other models the CDM 2 employs a 2-way system consisting of a metal 25mm / 1 inch tweeter and a Kevlar 165 mm / 6.5 inch midrange/bass woofer. Yet, unlike with the more expensive models, the tweeter is not placed separate on top of the box, but built-in above the woofer. The cabinet is solid wood, available with three different finishings. None of the usual wood-finished plastic here which is found in so many other speakers in this price range. This makes the CDM quite heavy for a speaker of its size, weighting 7 kilograms each. The manufacturing quality is perfect, and the looks aren't spectacular but fit with most surroundings. The CDM 2 comes with a bi-wiring terminal, i.e. separate input sockets for bass... Read review

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Advantages: Very good sound for such a small & cheap speaker. Very dynamic & roomy.
Disadvantages: Just slightly too bright, no deep bass, no bi-wiring.

...and speakers. You should invest around £2 per metre for a copper cable with around 3mm diameter to connect the DM 302. For £3 per meter you can already get high-quality Kimber cables, which will reward the small investment with clearer, more accentuated sound. #25; Alternatives There aren't many speakers with the DM 302's capabilities at the same price. But not all speakers sound well in every chain, thus you may want to consider the following alternatives to find the best speaker for your system: ALR Jordan Entry S KEF Q10 KEF Coda 7 (discontinued) Mission 700 Mission 731 (discontinued) Monitor Audio Bronze 1 All of the above trade at between £150 and £180 per pair, possibly much cheaper if bought second-hand, and can give an enormous boost to the sound of your stereo system. #25; Further Information B&W's official website, www... Read review

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Advantages: Compact, great sound
Disadvantages: Light on Bass

...spectrum and I am very pleased. The bass is a little weak but that does not bother me at all. So my little speakers are rather happy having their little bop, but note they do sulk if some pop comes into their range. So S club 7, Westlife stay away from my system, the parts are happily married and I do not want you causing friction!... Read review

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