@mapman I hope your being facetious.
Describe the "new HiFi sound"?
Recently had a discussion with an audio friend over the word "musical" and what this word means to each of us with regard to sound from different amplifiers and speakers. Some debate too. And, reading this other comment on Agon once in a while...how some equipment has the "new HiFi sound".
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Can someone describe this, in your words, what is the new HiFi Sound to you? Examples? Or, opposites of the new HiFi sound, what does this sound like?
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@donavabdear You make a very astute point. Did you notice how many JBL type rooms were booming like a 1980’s Panasonic Platinum Series boom-box. With the exception of most ultra high end gear the trend in audio is towards getting noticed or engagement on the lowest level. This might have to do with the Beats headphone generation graduating towards component audio and the boomers thirsting for that last gasp of nostalgia. Truthfully it is very difficult to make a very neutral speaker that is engaging. A perfect example at the show was the Totem Metal V2. This speaker had a sound of nothing a black background but still managed a level of engagement. Driven by Bryston gear only accentuated the neutrality a warmer SS amp could make them a nearly perfect speaker for $17k. Since most audio buyers buy piece by piece a product like the V2 Metal that does not call out for attention is a hard sell. With the current trend and media push of dual subwoofers and questionable room/source correction/altering devices what can we expect from the average(novice) audiophile? |
@donavabdear Thx for not taking offense with my nostalgia comment. For myself I don't want to go back to the "Fast Times At Ridgemont High" era. I still enjoy most of the early/mid 1980's pop music but I don't get emotional over it. Your spot on about mainstream brands that have to appease the popular sonic trend. I'm curious about your opinion on the MoFi Source Point 10? For some strange reason I passed the room many times which was not due to arrogance. Maybe fate? |
@donavabdear No problem, appreciate the audio banter! I did see the Mo-Fi up close and in a very well lighted Mo-Fi record marketplace area on the main Axpona floor. IMO the cabinet/driver and binding posts look cheaply made. Only a matter of time when Danny Richie(GR Research) takes it apart and sighs! |