speakers for CD5/nait 5

Posted by: kevinrt on 10 May 2002

I'm currently using a pair of Linn Keilidhs with my CD5/Nait 5 setup, but I keep reading glowing reports of Kans and Royd speakers. I listened to a pair of Royd minstrels a few years back and was quite impressed with those. I'm wondering if the Kans or Minstrels would be an upgrade or a down grade from the Keilidhs. Has anyone here made a comparison between them?
Also, I can't seem to find a web presence for Royd. Does anyone know where I can view their current production either on the web or local to Oxford.

Posted on: 10 May 2002 by J.N.

I'd suggest seeking out a nice second hand pair of SBL's. They sound great off a Nait 5 and there should be a few pairs coming onto the market with the introduction of the SL2.

If you get a pair; pay someone who knows what they're doing, to install and re-seal them properly.

Posted on: 12 May 2002 by Raphael

Hi there
I have a pair of Royd RR2 and they sound really good - very musical yet tight. Be sure to have a listen.
Happy listening
Raphael

Posted on: 14 May 2002 by kentonious

Just heard the Ninkas with your setup---very
musical, articulate, engaging sound. Actually
a much better match than the Linn Espek which
sounded boxy and congested even with the Naim
112/150. I know the Ninkas are the successor
to your Keilidhs and you might want something really different, but the Ninkas were really fun
to listen to.

Posted on: 14 May 2002 by Rico

My limited experience of the RR's suggests they are rather a heavy load for (even) a Nait 5.

Nobody on this thread has yet sugested the obvious: Intro II's! Synergy to die for, loadsamusic.

Rico - SM/Mullet Audio

Posted on: 14 May 2002 by davewarehouse

Assuming you're not too houseproud (the Keilidh is a lovely looking speaker), try Linn saras if you can. I have found them to work far better than the Keilidh/Kabers that replaced them. I have not tried them with a Nait 5 however but I'm sure the amp can hack it. Expect to pay £200-300 depending on age, condition and whether stands are included...PS I don't rate Royds very highly-poor quality drive units are only acceptable at the budget end of the market!