Hi Folks,
I own a pair of the Contour S5.4 speakers and love them. They have been in my system longer than any other component since I caught this infectious disease known as "high end audio". All kidding aside, they are very neutral speakers, with a flat impedance curve. Be aware than Dyn's in generally are somewhat revealing speakers in spite of the modest sensitivity ratings. The good news is that when you find gear with the personality you are looking for Dyn's will not tamper with that sonic signature.
I run mine with Rogue Audio M150 amps and Ninety-nine preamp and the combination is outstanding (IMHO).
I agree with Kthomas in that the C1's are a definate step up from the Contour line, I have listened to both lines side by side; admittedly that is the only way you will realize what you are missing in the contour line as the two are very close to one another in performance and signature and you need to hear them side by side in order to appreciate the difference...only you can decide if its worth the extra $$.
Best of Luck in your quest!
Chris
I own a pair of the Contour S5.4 speakers and love them. They have been in my system longer than any other component since I caught this infectious disease known as "high end audio". All kidding aside, they are very neutral speakers, with a flat impedance curve. Be aware than Dyn's in generally are somewhat revealing speakers in spite of the modest sensitivity ratings. The good news is that when you find gear with the personality you are looking for Dyn's will not tamper with that sonic signature.
I run mine with Rogue Audio M150 amps and Ninety-nine preamp and the combination is outstanding (IMHO).
I agree with Kthomas in that the C1's are a definate step up from the Contour line, I have listened to both lines side by side; admittedly that is the only way you will realize what you are missing in the contour line as the two are very close to one another in performance and signature and you need to hear them side by side in order to appreciate the difference...only you can decide if its worth the extra $$.
Best of Luck in your quest!
Chris