2way Monitor to mimic Beyerdynamic DT770

jonnyq · 23rd February 2012, 08:52 AM

Hi Gents

I'm looking to build a pair of near field monitors to compliment my Beyerdynamic DT770 pro headphones. I very much enjoy the sound of these pair of headphones, and I'm looking for a pair of speakers that mach their sound as closely as possible.
Note that I'm not into mixing, so an exact match is not necessary. I just happen to like my cans and would like the same sound in my living room.

Here are my requirements:
1. Looking for a sound signature similar to DT770 headphones, like these:
http://www.amazon.com/Beyerdynamic-P...9968656&sr=1-2
If you are not familiar with their sound, here is a review:
Beyer Dynamic DT 770 Pro80 Review

2. I already have an amp. It is an old (perhaps 1980) Technics receiver, that I inherited from my dad, just like this one:
Technics Stereo AM FM Receiver Tuner Amplifier Amp SA-500 | eBay
I believe it is rated at around 50 watts at 8 ohms.

3. Size: looking to build bookshelves. No floorstanders please as I'd like them to be semi portable (in the sense that I can pick them up by myself without back injuries).

4. Room and environment: untreated living room, about 12x18. Small apartment, so no need to get uber loud.

5. Budget: Would like to keep cost under $500 (not including cabinets).

Kits I've considered:
N1X
Zaph|Audio

Please share your thoughts/suggestions, thanks!

Inductor · 23rd February 2012, 10:50 AM

The N1X New kit, Neo-1X looks good (I would go with it) but
What are you doing with the lower part (LF) of the spectrum? It must be your first build?!

jonnyq · 23rd February 2012, 12:57 PM

Well that's the deal. I'd like to keep this a 2.0 setup. I've been living with a Bose Sounddock for the last 2 years, so I won't die from not having a sub right away...
But I do want a nice lowend...

23rd February 2012, 08:52 AM	#1
jonnyq diyAudio Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Escazu	2way Monitor to mimic Beyerdynamic DT770 Hi Gents I'm looking to build a pair of near field monitors to compliment my Beyerdynamic DT770 pro headphones. I very much enjoy the sound of these pair of headphones, and I'm looking for a pair of speakers that mach their sound as closely as possible. Note that I'm not into mixing, so an exact match is not necessary. I just happen to like my cans and would like the same sound in my living room. Here are my requirements: 1. Looking for a sound signature similar to DT770 headphones, like these: http://www.amazon.com/Beyerdynamic-P...9968656&sr=1-2 If you are not familiar with their sound, here is a review: Beyer Dynamic DT 770 Pro80 Review 2. I already have an amp. It is an old (perhaps 1980) Technics receiver, that I inherited from my dad, just like this one: Technics Stereo AM FM Receiver Tuner Amplifier Amp SA-500 \| eBay I believe it is rated at around 50 watts at 8 ohms. 3. Size: looking to build bookshelves. No floorstanders please as I'd like them to be semi portable (in the sense that I can pick them up by myself without back injuries). 4. Room and environment: untreated living room, about 12x18. Small apartment, so no need to get uber loud. 5. Budget: Would like to keep cost under $500 (not including cabinets). Kits I've considered: N1X Zaph\|Audio Please share your thoughts/suggestions, thanks!

23rd February 2012, 10:50 AM	#2
Inductor diyAudio Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Cascais	The N1X New kit, Neo-1X looks good (I would go with it) but What are you doing with the lower part (LF) of the spectrum? It must be your first build?! __________________ NEXT-proaudio Portugal William Ralston Music Listening Library

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23rd February 2012, 12:57 PM	#3
jonnyq diyAudio Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Escazu	Well that's the deal. I'd like to keep this a 2.0 setup. I've been living with a Bose Sounddock for the last 2 years, so I won't die from not having a sub right away... But I do want a nice lowend...