@Pano once devised a very simple test, see https://www.diyaudio.com/community/...h-voltage-power-do-your-speakers-need.204857/ You have to read the first few posts to understand what the test voltage means.
That could be true, since electronics do have a sound of their own (especially if overdriven),
but the speakers are more likely to be the source of fatigue. Have you looked up reviews to see if they mention this?
Okay thanks! I was looking at the previous link shared here and I think my speakers should be fine at 40W but I will do a test on the Topaz tonight to make sure.
Hmm, well I guess according to this, if I like the Simaudio Moon 250i, I should go for the 220i since it would be the only amp I sort of tested out of the batch.
General consensus on B&W speakers is listening fatigue haha so I just figured it might be the speakers. I found a review saying the Audio Physics Yara 2 would be just like Totem Mites but with better bass. Unfortunately in my system they sound closer to the B&Ws, just a much better soundstage illusion (which was very important to me and one of the reasons I decided to look for something to replace the B&Ws. Now I just have to get rid of the boomy bass and maybe get some better detail out of the speakers. The rest of my system is decent, I think my worst component is the amp by far. I use a SMSL C200 DAC and a clearaudio nano v2 phono stage. My turntable is a 1210 MK5 that I am very happy with, I will eventually upgrade from my Ortofon Quintet Red tho, I would like more instrument separation from a better cart.
Most speakers can cope very well with high power peaks. The main problem is the long term power. If you are listening at room spl, you're likely stay way below half a watt. The problem is if you have a hours without end party the tweeters might not survive it. If you're planning on that, get a PA speaker.
Some people suggested that any of the listed amps would be a significant upgrade, but the the Simaudio is closer to serious gear. I never inquired about the Peachtree as I just recently found that one.
It's possible that the acoustics of your room are at least partially responsible for the fatigue.
Do you hear a lot of echo when you clap your hands sharply?
Do you hear a lot of echo when you clap your hands sharply?
Well, a 'significant upgrade' can relate to a better SQ but can also relate to a higher spl or higher SQ on a higher spl. You have to differenciate which category you will actually benefit from, which makes each choice valid or invalid. That doesn't mean their experience isn't correct but that determines if that judgement applies to you!
That's a very good call but to draw a real live consequence from it is hardly possible. It's not wrong but you have to dig deeper than that to get to the reason why is's not sounding great.
Yes absolutely, one of my speakers is in a corner sadly. I was going to post my setup and ask for advice. I don't think there would be echo on a clap as my walls aren't smooth, they are relatively rough OSB boards that have been painted. I also have shelves, a bed, and plants that help. Here is a photo of the setup.
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They aren't bad but it's a typical 6"/1" speaker. Good for the money but not high end either.
The setup isn't bad. You could reduce the wall reflections but I think the main issue is you don't have any dispersion control.
Lots of bare surfaces in there, including the floor and windows.
You may have to deal with that to help your problem.
Think about rugs and curtains to start.
Computer speakers are intended to be heard close up.
Yes, that's the first thing you should do about the acoustics. It changes more of the sound than any other speakers will.
That's also true but you don't have to reduce your choice of speakers to that. However, there are so good cheap near field monitors out there, a DIY solution is surely possible but will not be cheaper than cheap NF monitors that are available.