I don't know ps audio xstream but own satori shotgun, read reviews of oval 9
and bought as a gift for my brother biwired Q10. It is difficult to compare
because they represent different classes (and prices):
1. Satori - best. A little fuller lower midrange (perfect for my class D amp).
Neutral with silky and slightly rolled off highs. Very clean and coherent. Used
Satori runs around $250 (shotgun around $600). If you buy used one try to
find one with spades since bananas are getting loose and re-terminating isn't
easy (many isolated wires inside + 1 with tiny strands). In worst case sending
to Acoustic Zen to have it done ($25 per each installed spade) will be cheaper
than getting new one.
2. Oval 9. Good resolution, strong bass. Considered but decided against
(Satori is a better deal)
3. Q10 - neutral on the bright side. Might be a little unforgiving with bright
amp or speakers (brother has NAD and warm Cabasse Caprera). Inexpensive.
and bought as a gift for my brother biwired Q10. It is difficult to compare
because they represent different classes (and prices):
1. Satori - best. A little fuller lower midrange (perfect for my class D amp).
Neutral with silky and slightly rolled off highs. Very clean and coherent. Used
Satori runs around $250 (shotgun around $600). If you buy used one try to
find one with spades since bananas are getting loose and re-terminating isn't
easy (many isolated wires inside + 1 with tiny strands). In worst case sending
to Acoustic Zen to have it done ($25 per each installed spade) will be cheaper
than getting new one.
2. Oval 9. Good resolution, strong bass. Considered but decided against
(Satori is a better deal)
3. Q10 - neutral on the bright side. Might be a little unforgiving with bright
amp or speakers (brother has NAD and warm Cabasse Caprera). Inexpensive.