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  • #52
    commited
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,280 ✭✭✭commited


    Cloney Audio stock Arcam - No idea on Denon - most high street stores do.

    Buying online in the UK is no big deal - I do it all the time. You pay the uk VAT and there is no customs duty. Only major cost is postage.

    B&W are my speaker of choice and always have been. In the house we have a silly expensive pair of B&W 802s, a lovely pair of 602s and a vintage pair of DM7 Mk2's. All fantastic speakers. It really depends on if you like a ported design. Some people dont. The best way to find out what you like best is to go and LISTEN!!

    The solo does indeed look lovely and apparently sounds wonderful! It's €1500 from cloney which may kill your budget, but I have a feeling it'd be worth it. The system would warrant decent speakers though - Quad 11L's or B&W 601/602s. You might also like the System Audio speakers.

    Give cloney a ring and see if they have a solo in stock. If they do, head in for a demo. Make sure you compare it to whatever separates you could buy for the same price, as you might be able to get a better sound for the same money!


  • #53
    Ru
    Closed Accounts Posts: 213 ✭✭Ru


    Dinarius wrote:
    Having read through this thread, are Cloney, Richer Sounds and Peats still the main ports of call in Dublin?


    I've heard of rumours that Hi-Fi corner MAY be coming back!?!


  • #54
    commited
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,280 ✭✭✭commited


    Really?
    I wonder if they'll go towards the AV side like everyone else.. :(


  • #55
    Ru
    Closed Accounts Posts: 213 ✭✭Ru


    commited wrote:
    Really?
    I wonder if they'll go towards the AV side like everyone else.. :(


    I'm hearing 3 floors split between AV andnd proper Hi-Fi


  • #56
    eclectichoney
    Closed Accounts Posts: 4,291 ✭✭✭eclectichoney


    do cloney have a delivery service, or does any hifi retailer do such a thing?? im car-less and a weak ickle girl :(


  • #57
    Amoebo
    Closed Accounts Posts: 27 ✭Amoebo


    not sure if they have a delivery service.......i know they do installations but that might only be for gigs etc. a simple phonecall i suppose would find that out for you.


  • #58
    Whit101
    Closed Accounts Posts: 1 ✭Whit101


    Check out Instacom. Based in Sandyford industrial estate. Right on the Luas line. Can pretty much get you anything. Do most names, from high end, LINN, to Denon, Arcam, Bose and B&W et al!
    http://www.instacom.ie


  • #59
    Amoebo
    Closed Accounts Posts: 27 ✭Amoebo


    was down in cloney there and ye they do indeed do installations...


  • #60
    quazzy
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,315 ✭✭✭quazzy


    Hi All,

    Just wanted to add a link or two.

    I have used both of these sites and they are a lot cheap then Irish retail shops.

    Based in England:
    http://stores.ebay.ie/Fill-Your-Boots-Ltd
    http://www.fillyourboots.com/

    Based in Ireland:
    http://stores.ebay.ie/Hi-Fi-Cable-Heaven_W0QQssPageNameZstrkQ3amefsQ3amesstQQtZkm
    http://www.soundsolutionshifi.com/index.php

    Q


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  • #61
    animha
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 90 ✭✭animha


    Hi, I would really appreciate an urgent response. Friends of mine are getting married on Saturday and I was going to get them a digital camera. Just found out they have one so now thinking that to have decent speakers for general purpose would be cool and that they could then use them for parties etc. also but not sure what you could get for around €300 and where to get them? Based in Rathgar but could go to town or around southside. Cheers,
    Aoife


  • #62
    DarKev
    Closed Accounts Posts: 3 ✭DarKev


    Hi Aoife

    Just seen your post, Cloney Audio do some in your price range.

    System Audio; SA505 €299.00

    B&W; DM 600S3 €325.00

    Both good speakers I would lean more toward the SAs.

    Hope this helps


  • #63
    Soundman
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,593 ✭✭✭Soundman


    Time for this to be updated?

    Had a read through it and the only place I saw that seemed to still be going in Dublin (or close by anyway) was Cloney Audio. Was trying to find an affordable Integrated Amp with phono input for a turntable for the girlfriend's Xmas present. Have had some amount of trouble. Anyone with any ideas? It's that or degrade the audio quality by purchasing a cheap Phono Pre-amp from Maplins. I'd rather not have to do that.


  • #64
    padi89
    Closed Accounts Posts: 2,478 ✭✭✭padi89


    Buy from the UK new,ex dem or secondhand???


  • #65
    chimpo
    Closed Accounts Posts: 2 ✭chimpo


    looking for an amp with a phono stage will limit your choice quite a lot inmho. you can get decent phono stage for GBP50 or so to add to an amp - see NAD PP2 or Project Phono Box


  • #66
    Soundman
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,593 ✭✭✭Soundman


    chimpo wrote: »
    looking for an amp with a phono stage will limit your choice quite a lot inmho. you can get decent phono stage for GBP50 or so to add to an amp - see NAD PP2 or Project Phono Box

    Wanted to avoid the Phono Pre-amp route though as it will degrade the audio quality by adding more circuitry to the equation as well as it colouring the signal more than should be.

    Got sorted in the end though as I didn't read the specs of the turntable I bought correctly in the respect that it has a built in pre-amp, thus meaning it is switchable so I can insert it on any line input on the amplifier. Wish I discovered that 3 days ago. Would have saved my poor head and feet some amount of stress and walking.


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  • #67
    Soundman
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,593 ✭✭✭Soundman


    padi89 wrote: »
    Buy from the UK new,ex dem or secondhand???

    Might do that for her birthday when I get a chance to research some equipment. But this close to Xmas and with the amount of work I have on at the moment I don't have time to be searching the internet. Thanks for the suggestion though. Any sites in the UK you could recommend that would ship over here?


  • #68
    Big Tone
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 736 ✭✭✭Big Tone


    Munster Sounds (Lwr Glamire Rd) have a great selection of Hi-Fi separates not found anywahere else in Cork.


  • #69
    DenMan
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 8,064 ✭✭✭DenMan


    Hi guys

    Just wondering if you can help me out. I am looking to get my hands on a pair of earphones, specifically earphones with a USB connection so I can connect it to my USB Hub on my PC. Are these available as I have tried the PC World UK website and can't seem to locate them. Any help is appreciated.

    Den


  • #70
    chimpo
    Closed Accounts Posts: 2 ✭chimpo


    DenMan wrote: »

    I am looking to get my hands on a pair of earphones, specifically earphones with a USB connection so I can connect it to my USB Hub on my PC. Are these available as I have tried the PC World UK website and can't seem to locate them.

    Den
    You could try www.dabs.ie for starters, they have a selection.

    C


  • #71
    DenMan
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 8,064 ✭✭✭DenMan


    Thanks chimpo

    I will give them a look. Cheers.


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  • #72
    FinoBlad
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 847 ✭✭✭FinoBlad


    I'm looking for a shop in Dublin that sells second hand separates. I'm looking for a turntable/amp/speakers and would rather buy from a bricks n mortar shop than the classifieds.

    Anyone any info?


  • #73
    Slaphead07
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,323 ✭✭✭Slaphead07


    FinoBlad wrote: »
    I'm looking for a shop in Dublin that sells second hand separates. I'm looking for a turntable/amp/speakers and would rather buy from a bricks n mortar shop than the classifieds.

    Anyone any info?

    The only real hifi shop in the country is Cloneys in Blackrock. www.cloneyaudio.com they have a second-hand and demo section but the "for sale" section of the forum has a lot of gems too. I'm selling Copland pre & power amps and a Clearaudio Turntable at the moment, PM me if you're interested.


  • #74
    axton1
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 68 ✭✭axton1


    chimpo wrote: »
    You could try www.dabs.ie for starters, they have a selection.

    C

    I got a set of b-speech bluetooth earphones from www.acousticdimension.ie they do the job for me use them with my mobile at the same time as Ipod also


  • #75
    goodcitizen
    Closed Accounts Posts: 29 ✭goodcitizen


    FinoBlad wrote: »
    I'm looking for a shop in Dublin that sells second hand separates. I'm looking for a turntable/amp/speakers and would rather buy from a bricks n mortar shop than the classifieds.

    Anyone any info?

    Would you consider buying over the web, I have saved a lot of money that way, for example I've just gotten a new pair of speakers for 300 sterling that would have costed 800 sterling only a year or two ago apparently just because they updated that model and the favourable exchange rate helps.


  • #76
    halvis
    Registered Users Posts: 64 ✭✭halvis


    Hi Finoblad,

    Buying 2nd hand saves a fortune and if you don't like it you can generally sell on the same or similar price you paid. A lot of kit is still fully serviceable to, especially amps, turntables and many speakers.

    I am also selling amp and possibly my speakers and turntable if offered the right price. PM me if interested.

    Linn LP12 turntable
    Yamaha NS1000 Speakers
    Quad 606 Amp
    PreAmp is pretty much sold i'm afraid.


  • #77
    eZe^
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,046 ✭✭✭eZe^


    Lads, I'm looking to get my hands on some Sennheiser PX200 headphones. I've found them on dabs.ie, but they have been out of stock for the past 3 weeks, and every other place I see them they cost 70 euro. The 50 mark including delivery is much more reasonable for myself. Damn amazon.co.uk not delivering electronics, would have have got them for 35... :(


  • #78
    mediaeval
    Registered Users Posts: 39 ✭mediaeval


    I'm reviving this thread...is it possible to buy good quality hi-fi equipment in Dublin? If so, where? I'm looking for separates (an amp, CD player) and speakers. Richer Sounds used to be the best spot but it's long gone.

    TIA


  • #79
    Idleater
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 6,236 ✭✭✭Idleater


    mediaeval wrote: »
    If so, where?

    Depending on your budget, you could try Peats or Harvey Norman for some run of the mill stuff. Cloney Audio in Blackrock is your best bet for decent equipment though.


  • #80
    Dinarius
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,408 ✭✭✭Dinarius


    The Kef speakers in Peats look well priced.

    Anyone recommend sites that review this stuff?

    Thanks.

    D.


  • #81
    viperirl
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 316 ✭✭viperirl


    nereid wrote: »
    Depending on your budget, you could try Peats or Harvey Norman for some run of the mill stuff. Cloney Audio in Blackrock is your best bet for decent equipment though.

    what nereid said. Cloney's customer service is second to none IMHO. Its always a risk buying speakers without listening to them in your own listening space especially with expensive stuff. What sounds good in a shop might not necessarily be great in your home. Cloney's can be very accomodating if you have problems with your gear.


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  • #82
    Idleater
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 6,236 ✭✭✭Idleater


    Dinarius wrote: »
    The Kef speakers in Peats look well priced.

    Anyone recommend sites that review this stuff?

    Thanks.

    D.

    www.avforums.com


  • #83
    The Ritz
    Moderators, Technology & Internet Moderators, RicherSounds.ie Moderator Posts: 2,505 Mod ✭✭✭✭The Ritz


    Richer Sounds used to be the best spot but it's long gone.


    Well the shop on the quays might be gone, but Richersounds have a forum here on Boards and do good deals for Boardies and deliver.

    http://www.boards.ie/vbulletin/forumdisplay.php?f=1105 - worth checking out.


    Ritz.


  • #84
    swe_fi
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 363 ✭✭swe_fi


    mediaeval>>> www.soundsolutionshifi.com It is not in Dublin, but they deliver (fast) & are very good. Bought Jamo (C603) Speakers there recently that are on stands & running off a NAD Amp & Cd player (also bought there). Jamo is not that common here but it is in scandinavia. It used to be quite bad and the cheaper stuff still is but now they do really good stuff as well for the money. C-series are good.

    Every time i have dealt with these guys they have been great so deserves a recommendation. Check it out.


  • #85
    DJMIX
    Closed Accounts Posts: 9 ✭DJMIX


    Dont know about pricewise but as I'm trying to keep things Irish were possible this year when shopping I like Peats, always seem quite helpful


  • #86
    Dinarius
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,408 ✭✭✭Dinarius


    DJMIX wrote: »
    Dont know about pricewise but as I'm trying to keep things Irish were possible this year when shopping I like Peats, always seem quite helpful

    Totally agree.

    This is very off topic, but if you shop up North (or elsewhere) don't moan if your husband/wife/brother/sister/whoever loses their job.

    D.


  • #87
    Idleater
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 6,236 ✭✭✭Idleater


    Dinarius wrote: »
    Totally agree.
    Never mind the fact that some products (that I am looking at anyway) are actually more expensive up there than here. And that is not even factoring in travel up to audition.


  • #88
    The Ritz
    Moderators, Technology & Internet Moderators, RicherSounds.ie Moderator Posts: 2,505 Mod ✭✭✭✭The Ritz


    This is very off topic, but if you shop up North (or elsewhere) don't moan if your husband/wife/brother/sister/whoever loses their job.

    Never mind the fact that some products (that I am looking at anyway) are actually more expensive up there than here. And that is not even factoring in travel up to audition.



    Yes, it is off-topic, let's keep it on topic please.



    Ritz.


  • #89
    hifiguy
    Closed Accounts Posts: 1 ✭hifiguy


    bruce wayne wrote: »
    Hi,

    Does anyone know of any good sites to buy stero equipment (particularly speakers). I can only find Richersounds and Peats, but can't find what I want there. There are some good stuff on UK sites but they dont seem to deliver to Ireland.

    Any ideas. The real crime is there's some great US sites that are selling lovely mission's, JBL's and Bose speakers from $100 ???

    Any ideas anyone ?

    <Snip>


  • #90
    The Ritz
    Moderators, Technology & Internet Moderators, RicherSounds.ie Moderator Posts: 2,505 Mod ✭✭✭✭The Ritz


    Mod Comment:

    hifiguy,

    Welcome to the HE Forums on Boards. I've snipped your first post above to delete the reference to the retailer. First-time posts enthusiastically pointing towards a single retailer are not encouraged. Otherwise, you're very welcome to post and take part in discussions etc here.



    Ritz


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  • #91
    johnj1969
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 90 ✭✭johnj1969


    swe_fi wrote: »
    mediaeval>>> www.soundsolutionshifi.com It is not in Dublin, but they deliver (fast) & are very good. Bought Jamo (C603) Speakers there recently that are on stands & running off a NAD Amp & Cd player (also bought there). Jamo is not that common here but it is in scandinavia. It used to be quite bad and the cheaper stuff still is but now they do really good stuff as well for the money. C-series are good.

    Every time i have dealt with these guys they have been great so deserves a recommendation. Check it out.
    I dont know about that.I remember jamo always done good quality stuff.They're not known for bad and cheap stuff.


  • #92
    cnocbui
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 20,109 ✭✭✭✭cnocbui


    johnj1969 wrote: »
    I dont know about that.I remember jamo always done good quality stuff.They're not known for bad and cheap stuff.

    Nope.

    Back in the 80's they were known for DIY speaker kits and were considered very low end. Down there with Bose.


  • #93
    johnj1969
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 90 ✭✭johnj1969


    yea back in 1980! they must have been competing with the likes of teufel ltd. then?remember that was 30 years ago.since then they've gotten quite a rep wouldnt you say...;)


  • #94
    Slaphead07
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,323 ✭✭✭Slaphead07


    Nothing wrong with Jamo speakers in a modest setup, they're certainly better than a lot of other recommended here. Jamo are fine if you're using something like an iPod or MP3s but in fairness wouldn't be considered anywhere near high end. Teamed with brands such as NAD they'll be absolutely fine.


  • #95
    johnj1969
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 90 ✭✭johnj1969


    Slaphead07 wrote: »
    Nothing wrong with Jamo speakers in a modest setup, they're certainly better than a lot of other recommended here. Jamo are fine if you're using something like an iPod or MP3s but in fairness wouldn't be considered anywhere near high end. Teamed with brands such as NAD they'll be absolutely fine.
    have you seen the concert 800 series or the reference 9 models.I dont think thay would plug into an ipod or mp3/4 player.Also i wouldnt consider NAD too low-end either! (peace bud);)


  • #96
    Slaphead07
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,323 ✭✭✭Slaphead07


    johnj1969 wrote: »
    Also i wouldnt consider NAD too low-end either!

    No, they're 'entry level' hifi. Even NAD know that.


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  • #97
    johnj1969
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 90 ✭✭johnj1969


    Slaphead07 wrote: »
    No, they're 'entry level' hifi. Even NAD know that.
    i would'nt consider the nad M3 or m15 amps entry level & i would say NAD def know that too.;)


  • #98
    Slaphead07
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,323 ✭✭✭Slaphead07


    They are flagship models produced to give credibility to their mainstream entry level components.
    The post I'm referring to stated "Bought Jamo (C603) Speakers there recently that are on stands & running off a NAD Amp & Cd player" so I think we can safely assume it's standard NAD stock.


  • #99
    johnj1969
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 90 ✭✭johnj1969


    Slaphead07 wrote: »
    They are flagship models produced to give credibility to their mainstream entry level components.
    The post I'm referring to stated "Bought Jamo (C603) Speakers there recently that are on stands & running off a NAD Amp & Cd player" so I think we can safely assume it's standard NAD stock.
    ok.


  • #100
    The Ritz
    Moderators, Technology & Internet Moderators, RicherSounds.ie Moderator Posts: 2,505 Mod ✭✭✭✭The Ritz


    Mod Comment

    Lads,

    Thread title is "good place to buy hi fi stuff" - please keep this thread on topic, feel free to start a separate thread if you wat to discuss speakers/amps and your opinions about them.


    Thanks,

    Ritz.


  • #101
    johnj1969
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 90 ✭✭johnj1969


    The Ritz wrote: »
    Mod Comment

    Lads,

    Thread title is "good place to buy hi fi stuff" - please keep this thread on topic, feel free to start a separate thread if you wat to discuss speakers/amps and your opinions about them.


    Thanks,

    Ritz.


    <SNIP>


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