The Kef Reference thread

The setup was actually 201/2 and 202/2c at the front and KHT9000ace at the rear with XQ60 sub...

To be honest it was a very short demo as I had it in my mind what i was happy to pay for used and I wasn't sure we were going to get there... Also beforehand, i had decided to get a proper demo arranged with similar kit to mine, if not mine.

For AV they blew me away it was pretty EPIC

Music I only played a few tracks form CD's through a Pioneer BDLX91 via hdmi... i was quite happy with that... (I need a lot more time really)

I will mostly be using them for AV but I am steadily increasing my 2 channel time as my system progresses...

I will be able to Bi amp the front L&R with the P777 so hopefully it will get the 201'2's "singing"

I have asked the dealer if similar kit can be arranged but I will take mine if necessary...

Yes i have already been following the Linn DS thread

A humble Linn Sneaky will be a big step up, and a second hand Majik DS will be a very big step up.....just don't listen to an Akurate DS! 

I will be very surprised if Arcam + Refs don't exceed your already high expectations.

....but the real suprise waiting in the wings, is the standard of 2 channel that can be achieved, with a good source (DS )

Any word on this? 

There might be a package containing the humble beginnings of Reference sytem, arriving any minute now...

even though i am still waiting for a proper dem...

I will update as soon as possible...

Now then, this is worthy of note!

We expect full description plus pics......welcome to the Arcam / Refs club.......now a DS will nicely complete the set....you know I'm right!

Somehow i knew you would say that!

I will definitely oblige once I am all set up... but I still won't be able to post pictures correctly; I am sure!

What did you hear the Refs with in this demo?

What I am listening to MY Ref's with now, is all that matters...

I am still waiting for the centre and surrounds to arrive after much deliberation, having been suggested a few different scenarios and options...

So as we speak: 203/2's and 202/2c with LS50's as rears for now...

I am positiveley beaming at the moment... and am really starting to appreciate the Arcam and Ref combination already

I will try to get some photos up when I am set up...

So the 201/2s have morphed into 203/2s, I see

The 202/2c is a really good centre (had one for a while)......is it on loan until yours arrives.....which rears are you going for?

I know exactly what you are hearing, which is why I go on about this particular match.....and it is also capable of remarkable two channel performance, with a good source.

Any chance of a detailed review along with the pics?

Yes I decided to stick with floorstanders at the front, in the end... It took a little time deciding on the centre as there was a ex demo 204/2c (satin black) available but as I am sure you can see from pics it was just too difficult to fit in my system...But if I ever get to rearrange the whole lot you never know

As for your other questions, I feel it may a be a bit early to voice my opinions other than I am totally/equally impressed with the 203/2's, the 202/2c and the LS50's...  

I do have the options of spikes etc as you referred to but I have not had the time (with an appropriate assistant) to make any further adjustments...

It was a matter of getting everything up and running as soon as possible

I have some serious listening to do so won't take up any more of your time; and as for the dedicated two channel source is concerned... I will be on to that with home demo's when I have corrected my wallet!

The floorstanders will come into their own when you sort 2 channel, so I think you were wise.

Probably unnecessary advice - but don't forget to adjust the Brass Screws at the back of the speakers correctly, otherwise you will have too much/little bass/treble...also IMO it is worth replacing the Links at the back, with decent cable.

Anyway, don't be a stranger and enjoy your new toys

Cno

Just borrowed some Cardas golden reference speaker cables...  Let's see what comes out....

Look forward to your report.

Mac

Please report back, as I would be very surprised if this doesn't work very well..........lovely cables with a great balance of musicality and detail. What i/c are you using?

Nordost Heimdall, which a friend gave me a few years ago...