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you should include your budget @TRA
Are you thinkning of all new? All components?
(Just getting the group juices flowing)
As a heads up, i have just had a go with Yamaha's MusicCast and it fucking sucks. I had to keep on linking the speakers to the app which wasnt simply a one click job.
As a side note: I wanted 2 rear wireless speakers for my soundbar, also Yamaha with MusicCast. But turns out the wrong MusicCast. It must be MusicCast Surround in the soundbar. So just check what it is that you are looking for. That amp may make it work, but honest to god, i wanted to smash the new speakers against the wall when for the umpteenth time i had had to re-connect them to the app.
Conclusion: I sent the speakers back.As a side note, I think Yamaha makes great sound equipement like amps. But it is definitely not as good at software like ChromeCast Audio.
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Active?
https://www.stereophile.com/content/kef-lsx-wireless-loudspeaker-system
Edit.. DBR linked to them already
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The Krix acoustics are pretty decent speakers, sensitivity is pretty good (89dB) so I would think a bit more about why you need to push them hard to get the sound you're looking for. If you can fix that (positioning, porting), then something like the SMSL DP3 would probably be perfect for you.
My first thought is that the Krix acoustics have only 5" drivers. I used to own a pair of Missions with similar specifications/design and they were very directional, they only filled the room at loud volumes. You could try swapping them out for something with a bigger driver. Perhaps find a dealer who will let you audition some speakers?
Alternatively, if your partner will let you, switch out the amp to an AV amp and add rear and center speakers.
If that wont fly, I'd keep your existing setup, adding a chromecast or network player, and separately buy a sonos sound bar and a couple of sonos play speakers for lower volume listening and movies.
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Hi Audio people - I'm moving into a new flat next month. The living room space is 3.3 x 4.5 metres. Solid brick walls, and polished floorboards. It's a small flat overall, in a block of 4 and we're upstairs.
What I'd like to do is put together a stereo for the living room that sounds full, dynamic and engaging and effortless - at lower volumes. I wont be able to wind it up to hear the high fidelity...
It also needs to be simple, have wi-fi to connect to NAS and also connect to a TV via optical.
I haven't researched this stuff for ages so I'm wondering where to start for the amplifier/streamer and then the speakers.
First thought is something like:
https://www.melbournehifi.com.au/products/yamaha-wxa-50?variant=6779863105587¤cy=AUD&utm_campaign=gs-2020-03-13&utm_source=google&utm_medium=smart_campaign&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI4P_v4oDp6AIVjTUrCh2i1ARREAYYASABEgIYLvD_BwE
Connected to a pair of B&W 606 - these are the first speakers that come to mind.
I do have existing stuff - a pair of KRIX Acoustix and a NAD C320Bee - problem is that this pairing requires volume to sound any good at all.
Other things to consider is that I'm in Aus so less access to the more interesting smaller UK based brands. Also budget.... not a lot...
What should be on my radar?