Curious what people think is the best "value" high end speaker (~5K to 15K)

steve59,

The cost differenece between the Kanta 3 and the Sopra 2 is not much.

Stereo5,

Yes, I traded in the Bob Carver ALS for the Focal Supra 2’s. There was just something about the Carvers that I just couldn’t live with. Specifically, a upper midrange/ lower treble glare that I just couldn’t adjust out. And surprisingly, the speakers had a very low sensitivity that the Carver specs did not agree.

After the new (used) Focal’s sat in the cold for about a week due to trucking screw ups, I finally received them today.

The Focal Sopra 2’s speakers at first listen sound really good with surprising good bass. I am also quite surprised at the dynamics and sensitivity of these speakers. I now have the volume on my preamp set at half the amount that the Carvers required for the same sound level. I am still using the Carvers Raven 350 mono block amps.

I also purchased the IsoAcoutics GAIA 1 footers/carpet spikes and I will install them in the next few days.

ozzy

The Sopra 2's are scheduled for delivery tomorrow! (finally). The best for the buck? Hopefully...

ozzy

gene3x,

I have listened to the Sopra 3's and was greatly impressed. But, I purchased the Sopra 2 because I already own 4 JL Audio F-113 subs and I like the more streamline look of the 2's. I should get them next week.

ozzy

I just purchased a used pair of the Focal Sopra 2's. I am hoping for this speaker to be the best value in the price range.

ozzy