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Infinity Qb equivalents and comparisons

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Hey all, I have some Infinity Qb's as my main speakers (most of the time). I like them a lot, but I've always wondered how they compare to other speakers, or what you Infinity owners think could make them sound better. My sound system is not ideal, being a computer hooked up to the aux port of a Fisher 202, with only the computer's DAC through the headphone port to, well, DAC the sound. I actually took readings with my room (a basement bedroom) through Overtone Analyzer, and the Qb's are actually pretty flat in that environment. I'm curious about your experience with Qb's. What did you drive them with? How did you like them? What did you replace them with? Thanks, -qw
Blue, no, Green...! Aahhh...!

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RE: Infinity Qb equivalents and comparisons - DeeCee 12:04:29 02/06/15 (2)
DISCLAIMER: I never owned the Infinity Qbs, but long ago that is what I wanted and I listened to them a LOT; I eventually purchased Infinity Qas.

I think (since you are satisfied with the sound in general) you will find that getting a better source of amplification will help a great deal - the Infinitys Q and Quantum line were quite nice in their day (at their price point) and will only improve with better components.

I drove my Qas (back then) with a Kenwood integrated that I bought from my brother and then I later upgraded (more of a "side-grade") to a Nakamichi 400 series amp/pre combo.

Eventually I upgraded to one of the smaller VMPS towers and then to my current system.

Regarding DACs from computers, you may want to check out the lower priced issue from Schiit, Audio Quest, etc.

You can check out my current system in the link below.

Good Luck & Happy Listening!
DeeCee
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- RE: Infinity Qb equivalents and comparisons - qw 08:46:42 02/07/15 (1)
  Hey, thanks for the advice! Somewhat sadly, however, the Infinity's have now been fazed out of my system, as I've just recieved a pair of Altec 9844A's, which I like a bit better. Thank you for your feedback! -qw
  Blue, no, Green...! Aahhh...!
  - RE: Infinity Qb equivalents and comparisons - rmahoney 15:30:37 02/11/15 (0)
    Wow, that was fast. Slippery slope alert! ;)

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