Nice to see KEF 105.2s on the sub. I have a pair of KEF 105.1s that I’ve had for a long time.
Have you recapped yours? Each speaker has 2 crossovers which likely need to be recapped. It’s eye opening to hear how different sounds after they’ve been recapped.
Contrary to what most reviewers say, these do not sound “polite” or rolled off when the crossovers are running within spec. Falcon Acoustics have matched kits for under $100, and it’s about 2 hours off your time. Very well worth it.
Heya, thanks for your comment! I have not yet but I do rotate the woofer once a year to avoid sag. I’ll look into recapping it but it sounds pretty good still for now…No roll off to my ears! I’ll keep your suggestion in mind but have too many projects on my plate at the moment 🤣
I recall listening to the 105.2 when they were the actual model and even thought then for some material they sounded a bit sharp at moments (unfortunately, do not remember the amp behind) - so not polite definitely. This experience may had pushed me then more towards the 104.2 If I ‘m not mistaken, KEF used to sell the optional KUBE then for further adjustments that may had helped improve a bit the low end behaviour (B&W had offered something similar with Matrix 800 series beginning of ‘90s).
I also feel the 105.2s can be a bit sharp depending on the material and source gear - I had a McIntosh before that was too polite and my current Levinsons feel a better match. Some of the better cartridges I have (eg audio technica) can also be a little searing with them.
The KUBE never came with these, only the 104s 105s and 107s. Interesting you thought the 104s were more palatable, they were generally regarded to be more forward and energetic and less of KEFs more signature laid back smooth sound they were known for at the time
Have a fond memory of listening to a pair of KEF 105.2’s at an audio store with a huge Audio Research D350B amp. Only time the ‘rock’ room complained about the sound coming from the high end room. :)
/u/KellyKlarkson/ likewise I have a pair of the original KEF 105’s (105.1) from 1980 and still enjoy them. Bookmarked Falcon Acoustics and may purchase the capacitor kits for mine in case something gives out due to their age. Thanks for the info.
Nice to see KEF 105.2s on the sub. I have a pair of KEF 105.1s that I’ve had for a long time.
Have you recapped yours? Each speaker has 2 crossovers which likely need to be recapped. It’s eye opening to hear how different sounds after they’ve been recapped.
Contrary to what most reviewers say, these do not sound “polite” or rolled off when the crossovers are running within spec. Falcon Acoustics have matched kits for under $100, and it’s about 2 hours off your time. Very well worth it.
Heya, thanks for your comment! I have not yet but I do rotate the woofer once a year to avoid sag. I’ll look into recapping it but it sounds pretty good still for now…No roll off to my ears! I’ll keep your suggestion in mind but have too many projects on my plate at the moment 🤣
I recall listening to the 105.2 when they were the actual model and even thought then for some material they sounded a bit sharp at moments (unfortunately, do not remember the amp behind) - so not polite definitely. This experience may had pushed me then more towards the 104.2 If I ‘m not mistaken, KEF used to sell the optional KUBE then for further adjustments that may had helped improve a bit the low end behaviour (B&W had offered something similar with Matrix 800 series beginning of ‘90s).
I also feel the 105.2s can be a bit sharp depending on the material and source gear - I had a McIntosh before that was too polite and my current Levinsons feel a better match. Some of the better cartridges I have (eg audio technica) can also be a little searing with them.
The KUBE never came with these, only the 104s 105s and 107s. Interesting you thought the 104s were more palatable, they were generally regarded to be more forward and energetic and less of KEFs more signature laid back smooth sound they were known for at the time
Have a fond memory of listening to a pair of KEF 105.2’s at an audio store with a huge Audio Research D350B amp. Only time the ‘rock’ room complained about the sound coming from the high end room. :)
/u/KellyKlarkson/ likewise I have a pair of the original KEF 105’s (105.1) from 1980 and still enjoy them. Bookmarked Falcon Acoustics and may purchase the capacitor kits for mine in case something gives out due to their age. Thanks for the info.