Doug Otte
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Greetings, all. I don't intend to bad-mouth Boston Acoustics with this post. I am sincerely just looking for feedback on Boston quality.
I had Bostons installed about 2.5 years ago. I don't remember the model numbers (I think they're the most basic in the FX or NX lines) but can look them up at home. I'm using a Sony head unit w/ no external amp. I listen to classical, talk, and rock at moderate levels.
Edit: I should have specified that I don't use any bass boost or other EQ settings on the Sony. The only EQ change I made is backing down the treble a few notches to take off some of the brightness.
After 1.5 years, the right rear cone separated from its frame. I was surprised that the retailer volunteered to replace it because the warranty had expired. I therefore didn't press them w/ questions about Boston quality.
Now, a year later, the right front has similarly blown.
I always thought Bostons were fairly well-made. My wife has a pair of bookshelf Bostons that have always sounded great. They need to be re-foamed, but otherwise they're in wonderful condition for speakers that are about 20 years old.
Is this a common problem w/ Bostons, or is it possible there's another culprit, like improper wiring or improper grounding?
Finally, if I replace them, are there recommendations? I like the clarity and imaging of the Bostons, but they are a bit too detailed and thin, which might be exacerbated by the Sony head unit. I'm thinking about moving up to a better head unit w/ outboard amp. In the meantime, I would consider spending about $400 for just the speakers.
Thanks.
Doug
I had Bostons installed about 2.5 years ago. I don't remember the model numbers (I think they're the most basic in the FX or NX lines) but can look them up at home. I'm using a Sony head unit w/ no external amp. I listen to classical, talk, and rock at moderate levels.
Edit: I should have specified that I don't use any bass boost or other EQ settings on the Sony. The only EQ change I made is backing down the treble a few notches to take off some of the brightness.
After 1.5 years, the right rear cone separated from its frame. I was surprised that the retailer volunteered to replace it because the warranty had expired. I therefore didn't press them w/ questions about Boston quality.
Now, a year later, the right front has similarly blown.
I always thought Bostons were fairly well-made. My wife has a pair of bookshelf Bostons that have always sounded great. They need to be re-foamed, but otherwise they're in wonderful condition for speakers that are about 20 years old.
Is this a common problem w/ Bostons, or is it possible there's another culprit, like improper wiring or improper grounding?
Finally, if I replace them, are there recommendations? I like the clarity and imaging of the Bostons, but they are a bit too detailed and thin, which might be exacerbated by the Sony head unit. I'm thinking about moving up to a better head unit w/ outboard amp. In the meantime, I would consider spending about $400 for just the speakers.
Thanks.
Doug