B&W LM1 Bookshelf Speakers
B&W LM1 Bookshelf Speakers
[Nov 14, 2000]
Clodel Gosuico
Audio Enthusiast
Strength:
Midrange, tweeters, flexibility of positioning, and they're really pretty to look at.
Weakness:
Lacks bass, but what can you expect; it's a bookshelf speaker. Great midrange and tweaters. I use them to drop needed highs and midrange from the corners of a loft that's 25'x50' with 18' ceilings. They work well with Mirages to fill the voluminous space with sound from above; perfect for dancing in the living room. As the Mirages already pump out plenty of bass, I really didn't need speakers that would bring more bass to the space. I also use another pair of the LM1's as monitors for my dj equipment, and work really well to direct sounds to my ears as I am spinning. |
[Sep 25, 2000]
Steve
Audio Enthusiast
Strength:
Modern looks, solid build, good sound clarity
Weakness:
Bass, price on the high side Many reviews here critize this speaker for its lack of bass; however, I'm using it as a surround speaker in a HT setup with a subwoofer so base is not critical here. |
[Apr 11, 2000]
Anthony Man
Audio Enthusiast
Strength:
Good looks,easy to drive,hook up anywhere and very loud too.
Weakness:
Weak bass, image can be better. Please don't compare LM1 with HiFi speakers. That is not what it is for. I used two pairs in my club and they sounded great. Much better than the Tannoys and looks much better than anything else on the market in this price range. Similar Products Used: KEF K15, Tannoy M2 |
[Mar 03, 2001]
Rob Schoonbeek
Audio Enthusiast
Strength:
Subliem sound quality for this small (bookshelf) speakers.
Weakness:
Bass. But that is no problem because I use a Rel Quake Subwoofer. Especially in wintertime I like to listen to (good) music. Similar Products Used: Technics SMB-20 |
[Feb 26, 2000]
Erik
Audio Enthusiast
Strength:
Compact, stylish, flexible auxilliary speaker, B&W quality
Weakness:
Assuming not intended as a "full-range" main, no apparent weaknesses to date, other than price at MSRP $350pr These stylish speakers(I got the crystal white) are working well as the rear channel speakers in my home theater system in my medium size 18ft x 15ft listening room. I appreciate the flexible mounting which allows positioning the speakers to best advantage. Would have rated it higher if it were less expensive. Similar Products Used: Used as rear channel speakers w/ 602S2 mains, CC6S2 center and ASW 1000 sub |
[Feb 27, 2000]
John Roe
Audio Enthusiast
Strength:
Good flexibility, decent sound quality, good rear speakers
Weakness:
not as good bass as the 601's, poor grill design I use these as my rear speakers. . . right now im running B&W 602 s2 for my front, atlantic tech 352pbm sub, nad 515 cd changer, carver 885.1 receiver, sony 530 Dvd player. |
[Jul 30, 2001]
Jose Ferrer
Strength:
Absolutely crisp and clear sound, particularly the mid-ranges.
Weakness:
None. I am using the speakers as my main channel speakers in a home theater system. The sound is absolutely clear and crisp. Although the lack of bass is noticeable, the speakers beat the pants off the competition in their price range (i.e., Bose surround sound speakers)in sound and quality. The bass deficiency can be easily overcome with a powered subwoofer. |
[Nov 04, 2001]
Neil
Audio Enthusiast
Strength:
Style, built in stand
Weakness:
kind of directional Im using them as surrounds in my HT setup with B&W 602 s2's up front and matching CC6 center and they easily match their sound. I went shopping with the intent of buying Bose Di-pole speakers to fill the rear, but after hearing these at my dealer as mains I didnt even need to hear the bose. I was hooked. Even without a sub they sounded suprisingly very well imaged and clear, and I figured they would more than adequatly fit the bill as surrounds. They definatly do a good job as such. Similar Products Used: my old circa 1990 Polk's (waste), energy |
[Dec 31, 2001]
Jeff
Audio Enthusiast
Strength:
Nice soundstage/imaging, build quality, very detailed for the size/price.
Weakness:
None for it's intended use as surround speakers in my system. Defecient in the bass reproduction I haven'y had a chance to use the LM1's as my surround speakers as my home theater room is still under construction. I have played around with them using my Marantz PM7000 and am very impressed with the quality sound that come out of these speakers. They have a very nice soundstage and the music blends seamlessly between the speakers. When properly adjusted and once you have soundthe sweet spot between the speakers, it feels like you are siting in front of a symphony. Although impractical, I have found that these speakers sound best when I set them on my hardwood floor, angle them up slightly, and sit 10 feet or so away from them. The LM1's have great bass response in this position, but how many people are going to set a pair of these and keep them on the floor permanently? Similar Products Used: B&W 602 S2 |
[Nov 29, 2001]
gusti
Audio Enthusiast
Strength:
mid range clarity, imaging, reasonable soundstage
Weakness:
bass below 60Hz, (compensate with subwoofer), depth I bought these for casual listening, with other speakers like the DM602's used for critical listening / HT mains. However coupled with a middle-weight subwoofer, after some minimal tweaking, these provide very good and clear performance for casual or background sound. If you are looking at using them for mains I would recommend a look also at B&W's DM 303's which are a very good option for a few dollars more ( they even rival the venerable 602's from the same manufacturer for accuracy and clarity, with in my opinion a better midrange). Similar Products Used: B&W DM303, B&W 602, Tannoy |