Systems

Living Room Stereo System, a Two-channel Audio System by Raldan

Room Size
12’ x 16’ with kitchen and dining room open to the left and small foyer to the r
System Overview
L-XS Encore driven by 2 Pass ACA class A amps in Monoblock mode. I ordered the higher end parts for the Encore and they sound tight. I’m hearing subtle things I never have before. The cymbals sound silky, no breakup, and they cut through the mix just as they must have at the studio. Currently using the headphone out of the LG to drive the system. Looking forward to adding a preamp DAC soon, but as a starting point, I’m using a PC playing Deezer through HDMI to headphone out to nice effect. I’m impressed with the volume I’m getting from these 15watt amps. A great way to start my audiophile journey.
Music Preferences
All kinds, Rock, Folk, alternative.
Room Description
Open area 12x16 with large open archways to dining room/kitchen.
Acoustic Treatment
Currently none. 5x 8 rug 3’ in front of TV and speakers.
Listening Impressions
Surprisingly, the room does not sound that live despite the lack of sound treatment. Listening level of approx. 85 dB. The corner where the TV is angling the system diagonally across the room. The open dining room to the left does not affect the sound and the bass response is adequate.
Media Storage
Online HD streaming.
Components
Digital Source
Deezer on PC > HDMI > Headphone out (analog) to Pass ACA amps.
Analog Source
Turntable to come,
Power Amp
Pass ACA Class A Amp (2) in Monoblock 15 watts per channel.
Speakers
GR-Research L-XS with premium crossover parts.
Subwoofer
None
Speaker Cable
Audioquest X2 5’ with Banana plugs and Tube connectors at the speaker.