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A Hidden "Feature" of the Cornwall IV

The Cornwall IV is so sensitive in all respects.  Source, cables, power, time of day, recording, tubes---it is so revealing of changes you make.  I won't say it's scientifically transparent.  Instead, I'd say that it's overtly shows a difference with every change you make.  That can become a game or enjoyable in its own right, and draw you away from the music.

The good news is the Cornwall IVs are clearly a musical speaker.  This translates into most swaps of gear in and out sounding pleasant in their own right.    

Here's the problem:   I can easily sit tight with the Cornwalls and any decent setup of attached kit. But it is so utterly intoxicating to hear so many different things play with the Cornwalls.  

Curiosity killed the cat.  This cat might end up in bankruptcy!

What a wonderful loudspeaker. 
jbhiller

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james633
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Dave_b

I would love to hear what you think of the Cornwall IV once you get them setup and broken in. Coming from or still owing the 802 D3 would be an interesting contrast. 

I have owned B&W in the past but have only heard a song or two on the Cornwall IV. I need to give them a real demo sometime soon. 
james633
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Dave_B,

interesting, are these intended to be a replacement for your 802 or a second system? Just curious.

I have only heard a few songs on the Cornwall iv. I am intrigued enough to go demo them in the next few weeks (local shop just got them in). 
My reservations came in after not liking the Forte III at all. They seemed very average. But the Cornwall seemed much better. 
james633
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Dave_B

thanks I trust your input. My local shop is a dealer so I will do business with them, no worries.
Just trying to understand the caliber of these speakers. I have owned B&Ws before. I value dynamics above all other things, and soundstage width followed by detail. I have two JL E112 I would be high passing.
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