Choosing new speakers for Naim Nait 5si mainly for hip-hop, RnB and jazz/soul
Posted by: corsuse on 25 November 2018
Hi, all, currently I have the following system - Chromecast/Sony CDP-X5000 player -> Rega Dac R -> Chord Anthem Reference -> Naim Nait 5si -> Chord Epic Twin -> Zu Audio Omen.
I'm happy with my system but I miss some punch and bass strength in hip-hop. Also the tweeters of the speakers are too low for my listening position and often it appears the vocals come from the ground and I want them to be airy, coming from a higher place and going towards the ceiling. That's why I'm searching for replacement. I want a speaker that will fulfill my needs for more punchier bass and fits weel with my electronics. I also want the speaker to have good revealing power and show easily upgrades in electronic and also have a good amount of detail.
In my area there isn't big variery of speaker brands so I have focused currently on two models - Monitor Audio Silver 500 and ProAc Response DT8. I know both ProAc and Monitor Audio are good match with Naim amps. I have an option for auditioning Silver 500 but I won't be able to hear the ProAc DT8. I think the ProAc will have greater revealing power and more 3D feeling and better soundstage but will it have enough punch and bass amount for hip-hop compared to the Monitor Audio? I don't want to achieve crazy disco levels when all the room is shaking but to have a good feeling of the bass at moderate levels. I suppose the Silver 500 would have a bit bigger punch but probably won't be so spacious and revealing like the ProAc.
I'll be happy to hear comments from users with Naim gear which have tried these speakers. Also it would be appreciated if you suggest another speakers. My budget will be arround 2500$.