Bookshelf speaker suggestions

[magmatimes]

Hi all

Long time lurker, first time poster...

I have a Thorens TD160 Mk II going into a NAD 3020A and could use bookshelf speaker suggestions. I just picked up a vintage pair of Wharfedale Linton 2 which are struggling quite a bit with anything fairly busy texturally speaking. They sound great with anything minimal or solo instruments but are really muddying stuff with lots going on.

Room is not huge - 30 square metres ish. I'd like to stick with something 70s in keeping with the era of the deck and the amp.

Whatcha got? Thanks in advance

 

[Apreggiator]

Welcome to AK!

Recognise your findings with the Lintons.
I like Bowers & Wilkins of that vintage.

 

[opnly bafld]

Budget is always helpful.

 

[magmatimes]

Budget is always helpful.

I'd go up to £500 for the right ones

 

[Apreggiator]

I'd go up to £500 for the right ones

You should be able to bag yourself a pair of DM6 if I stick to my aforementioned brand. Perhaps make it into an enjoyable euro-trip?

≥ Bowers & Wilkins DM 6 luidsprekers — Luidsprekers — Marktplaats

Bowers & Wilkins DM6 luidsprekers in witte uitvoering op voetstukken. Echte vintage klassiekers (“pinguïns”) op een originele basis.Specifications

www.marktplaats.nl

 

[rickb119]

On your side of the pond, I'd look for some Canton or Braun speakers. Probably any model (within you price range) would be an upgrade from the Lintons.

 

[cwall99]

Welcome to AK!

Recognise your findings with the Lintons.
I like Bowers & Wilkins of that vintage.

I like Bowers & Wilkins of any vintage!!

Except their Formation crap. It sounds OK ... when you can get it to work, and their customer support for it was horrible.

Waste of effin' money!!

 

[UncleAng]

How about these?

Linn Index 2 Loudspeakers + KuStone Stands — Excellent Condition

Pair of Linn Index 2 speakers in excellent working order — smooth, punchy and very enjoyable with classic Linn/Naim amplification.This pair comes with Linn KuStone stands, which are extremely hard to find and transform the performance of the Index range.Stands are stable, heavy, and present...

www.ukaudiomart.com

 

[Roypercy]

I've been into bigger speakers for some time. The last pair of bookshelf speakers I really enjoyed were JBL S38II, very balanced sound with crisp highs and good mids. Seemed to handle complex material quite well.