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The Krix acoustics are pretty decent speakers, sensitivity is pretty good (89dB) so I would think a bit more about why you need to push them hard to get the sound you're looking for. If you can fix that (positioning, porting), then something like the SMSL DP3 would probably be perfect for you.
My first thought is that the Krix acoustics have only 5" drivers. I used to own a pair of Missions with similar specifications/design and they were very directional, they only filled the room at loud volumes. You could try swapping them out for something with a bigger driver. Perhaps find a dealer who will let you audition some speakers?
Alternatively, if your partner will let you, switch out the amp to an AV amp and add rear and center speakers.
If that wont fly, I'd keep your existing setup, adding a chromecast or network player, and separately buy a sonos sound bar and a couple of sonos play speakers for lower volume listening and movies.
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Thanks @freddo - attaching a networked Digi box the existing equipment is an option too. I am trying to minimise wires and boxes though.
No need for surround sound either, I decided a long time ago that all you need is a decent stereo. I filled my first apartment with speakers and ended watching movies to exploit the system, not for movie quality!
Yep, this time it's simplicity and minimal.
@BRM I'll look into the quad. Maybe that'd drive the krix better. Although it slipped my mind but I I have a pair of tannoys in a box, brought back from London. Midsize bookshelves... Not sure what model. Not a concentric driver but a small mid and tweeter setup. Going to be fun finally unboxing that stuff.
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Hi Audio people - I'm moving into a new flat next month. The living room space is 3.3 x 4.5 metres. Solid brick walls, and polished floorboards. It's a small flat overall, in a block of 4 and we're upstairs.
What I'd like to do is put together a stereo for the living room that sounds full, dynamic and engaging and effortless - at lower volumes. I wont be able to wind it up to hear the high fidelity...
It also needs to be simple, have wi-fi to connect to NAS and also connect to a TV via optical.
I haven't researched this stuff for ages so I'm wondering where to start for the amplifier/streamer and then the speakers.
First thought is something like:
https://www.melbournehifi.com.au/products/yamaha-wxa-50?variant=6779863105587¤cy=AUD&utm_campaign=gs-2020-03-13&utm_source=google&utm_medium=smart_campaign&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI4P_v4oDp6AIVjTUrCh2i1ARREAYYASABEgIYLvD_BwE
Connected to a pair of B&W 606 - these are the first speakers that come to mind.
I do have existing stuff - a pair of KRIX Acoustix and a NAD C320Bee - problem is that this pairing requires volume to sound any good at all.
Other things to consider is that I'm in Aus so less access to the more interesting smaller UK based brands. Also budget.... not a lot...
What should be on my radar?