Monitor Audio PL-500 Speakers

Ricred1,

Great system! I am very envious. I currently have Wilson Sophia 2s and am looking to upgrade. I focused on Wilson again originally, but to be honest, didnt really care for their new tweeter. Now i am really considering the new PL500ii or the PL300ii depending on what works best for my game room.

A couple of questions...

- How far our from the rear wall did you place the PL500ii speakers?

- Did you try out several types of speaker cables? I have wireworld eclipse 7 now so they may work well for me if i decide on the PLs.

Thanks!

rshad0000 October 23, 2016 01:52

https://forum.audiogon.com/discussions/silence-before-the-storm-review-monitor-audio-pl-500-2

bo1972 October 23, 2016 01:23

Owner

I added several components to complete my 7.1 surround sound system: Monitor Audio Gold C350 center channel, Monitor Audio Bronze 5 used as side speakers, Marantz SR5011 AV Receiver, Dynaudio Compact 20(ordered) to use as rears.

ricred1 September 22, 2016 00:42

Owner

Added Epson projector and Screen Innovations screen. Almost done!

ricred1 July 13, 2016 03:47

Owner

Added another picture!

ricred1 April 27, 2016 01:29

Owner

tboooe

Thanks.

I submit the JR Continuum S2 is very, very good. It does all of the audiophile things very well.

ricred1 April 21, 2016 19:23

Congrats on the new speakers! It would have been interesting to hear if subs helped these speakers at all. Too bad told those JLs.

My question is about the Rowland S2 integrated you had. Would love to hear your thoughts on how it sounded. My beloved Accustic Arts Power 1 integrated is getting a little long in the touch and after a recent $500 repair, I am not sure how long its going to last so I am beginning to look for options to pair with my Sonus Faber Guarneri Evolution monitors.

tboooe April 20, 2016 21:14

Owner

Received my Monitor Audio PL-500. Posted a picture, but the picture really doesn't do the speakers justice. I will post a review in a couple of weeks.

ricred1 April 20, 2016 12:45

Owner

Sold my beloved Aerial 7Ts and replaced them with Monitor Audio PL-500. I pray I'm done!

ricred1 April 04, 2016 14:44

Owner

Added JL Audio F110s

ricred1 February 11, 2016 00:05

Owner

Sold the Jeff Rowland Continuum S2 integrated...changed to the Jeff Rowland 625 S2 amplifier and Jeff Rowland Corus preamp.

ricred1 January 07, 2016 14:11

Owner

Charles,

Thanks for the nice words regarding my system. Your system is very nice too. My problem is I really love what I have and getting a little more of what I love is expensive.

ricred1 October 23, 2015 01:09

Ricred,
I don't have any specific speaker recommendations. My question was borne from genuine curiosity. You have such a very nice system as it is, I just wondered what objectives you are pursuing.
Best Wishes,
Charles,

charles1dad October 22, 2015 22:36

Owner

I'm looking to have a little more spacing between instruments when recording allows! Changing from the JR 525 to the JR Continuum S2 improved resolution and bass articulation. Going from the Bricasti M1 DAC to the Aeris provided more detail and a slightly wider soundstage. The aforementioned changes were relatively small from a cost standpoint. I've heard the Raidho C 3.1s with the JR 525 and they were great. They definitely provide more spacing, but at a significant cost. Do you suggest any other speaker options below 20K. I say below 20K, because I'm getting the Raidhos from a friend at a great price.

ricred1 October 22, 2015 20:40

Hi,
Lots of significant changes recently. What are you seeking to obtain that you don't currently hear in your system?
Thanks,

charles1dad October 22, 2015 17:26

Owner

Decided to sell my Aerial 7Ts and get Raidho C 3.1s. I should have them before the end of the month.

ricred1 October 22, 2015 12:44

Owner

System edit: sold my Bricasti M1 DAC and purchased a Jeff Rowland Aeris DAC. I'm attending RMAF 2015 to search for speakers to possibly replace my Aerial 7Ts. I hope to get the opportunity to listen to Focal Sopra 2s, Dynaudio C4s, and Vienna Liszts.

ricred1 September 24, 2015 01:07

Owner

System edited: Changed from Jeff Rowland M525 Amplifier to Jeff Rowland Continuum S2 Integrated amplifier...done for now!

ricred1 July 05, 2015 15:57

Owner

Added a 2nd SVS SB13 Ultra sub

ricred1 May 21, 2015 02:25

Owner

System edited: Added SVS SB13 Ultra subwoofer.

ricred1 May 10, 2015 12:17

Owner

System edited: I just changed my Silver Eclipse 7 XLR IC to the Platinum XLR. The difference is significant to my ears and now I've ordered a 1 meter Platinum Eclipse 7 digital cable.

ricred1 April 27, 2015 12:32

Owner

Added Wireworld Platinum Eclipse 7 IC. I still can't believe what I'm hearing. Not night and day difference, but improvements across the audio spectrum.

ricred1 April 25, 2015 22:56

Owner

Wireworld 75 Ohm coax/SPDIF?

ricred1 March 29, 2015 13:05

That is exciting Richard.... What connection will you be using from BDP-2? USB or 75 Ohm coax/SPDIF?

Guido

guidocorona March 29, 2015 02:34

Owner

Guido,

My Bricasti M1 has shipped and I will have it on Wednesday. I will provide you my initial thoughts on Friday.

ricred1 March 29, 2015 01:52

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