Differences between Harbeth, Spendor, Graham, etc. ?
This is perhaps a foolish question, given the subjective nature of this hobby, but is there any consensus regarding differences between the above brands? I’m interested in their "traditional" or "vintage" lines, not the more modern-voiced models.
For example, I’ve read that the Spendor Classic series speakers are, overall, warmer/darker than Harbeths and offer a bit more punch in the bass. If this is true, I would lean toward the former.
@stuartk I'm very sensitive to brightness too, some speakers even making my ears ring after listening. The C7 brings me very close to that liveliness and detail without crossing over the edge. Something here is nicely done. If you want deep bass without a sub be prepared to add another few thousand in my experience.
Best of luck please share what you land on! |
I don’t know how the Fritz speakers you had compare to the Pulsars in regards to brightness. But I would not be surprised if there are a few audiogoners who have experience with both speakers and could do a comparison for you. I will say I listened to music for 6 hours on Saturday and finally hunger pulled me away. From what I have read I believe the Harbeths and Spendors sound like they are warmer. Also, input has suggested that the 30.2s are a little brighter than the 30.1s. |
@stuartk Just wanted to speak more clearly that these transport me to that live in the room sound with magic between the speakers. I've owned many speakers that demonstrate this but saw less and less play over time. Somehow the 7XD is far from fatiguing. |
