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Best Holographic Speakers ~$7k per pair

Hello,

I am currently shopping for a whole new system. I demoed Klipsch Cornwall's and Fyne 502SP's. They were both great in their own regard however I was won over by the Fyne Audio 502SP's because of the holographic illusion they were able to generate. I demoed them with a Music Fidelity M6si amp and Bluenote Icon streamer.

They are currently at the top of my list but this is a big investment and I want to make sure I do my due diligence before pulling the trigger.

I am interested to know if there are any other speakers in this price range i should be checking out before making my decision? I listen to a wide variety of music including electronic, classic rock, indy rock,  hip-hop, orchestral music etc... 

In addition to the holographic nature of the 502SP's I also liked the clarity and punch they gave. I have read about the Ascend Audio ELX towers, Mofi 888's and Tannoy Arden's, but only seem to be able to set up a demo of the Mofi 888's which i plan on doing soon. I live in the LA area if that helps. 

Thanks for your help

julesg13th
gano
369 posts
 

I think it's a cool mission for you @julesg13th to find the best imaging speaker and I am here to learn.

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buellrider97
498 posts
 

Hi , I’m looking for similar type sound. I have 180 wpc tubes and 17’x27’ room, with 17’x17’ listing area. I’m in central California and noticed Upscale has Klipsch, Fyne, Tannoy, MoFi 888’s. Before I buy I’ll probably take a road trip there. Also talked to Terry London on this site and he highly recommends the Tekton Moab’s ( yes they’re big and ugly ). My listening criteria is mostly classic rock and some newer stuff ( Tool ). Please let me know what you decide. Regards , Mike B. 

johnto
1,049 posts
 

If you have the space magnepan 3.7i and a sub or two would work magic. You should be able to find gently used Maggie’s well within your price range, I have that setup myself, when I was out listening to demos and heard Maggie sound that was it.

dynacohum
701 posts
 

Carefully set up, many speakers can sound holographic. It helps if they are well positioned and have well controlled off axis and overall even power distribution. If you can hear Focal Sopra No.1s they are exemplary and might hit your range used. 
Much lower in price, Philharmonic BMR towers should be considered. Then there are Ohm Walsh towers…famous for expansive imaging. 

julesg13th OP
19 posts
 

@buellrider I actually went to Upscale Audio to do my demo. They are great and have lots of awesome stuff. They told me they can't demo the Tannoy's (might be because I am interested in blemished units). I'm going to try the MoFi888's next. The Cornwall originally sold me but then I heard the Fyne's and they stole my heart. I'll let you know what I end up with.

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