Are there speakers that disappear regardless of the recording?


I have a pair of B&W 805d3’s. Strictly analog system. Source is the Clearaudio Ovation, Hana SL cart. Herron VTPH-2A phono stage. Rogue Audio Cronus Magnum II integrated amp. The speakers sound great most of the time. I have many records that cause the speakers to essentially disappear with a holographic sound stage, beautiful imaging and great dynamics. Some other records, not so much. Curious if there’s a way to achieve disappearing speakers no matter what recording you throw at them? Thanks!

paulgardner

Showing 1 response by lonemountain

NO. A speaker- properly designed - will reveal the recording, regardless of quality of said recording. Many recordings, especially pop recordings or old tech recordings, are awful. Its just like movies, a good TV does NOT improve the way all movies look.  Amazing recordings sound amazing on great speakers and can sound just okay on just okay speakers.    

Brad