Electrostatic Speakers


Hello Audiogon! Been around the forum scene for quite a while, and just joined this forum and thought I offer my thoughts on some equipment I just bought: speakers and the cables that came with it.

I couldn’t afford brand new speakers, and thought I’d try a different type speaker as opposed to my B&W 805 Diamond speakers. My dealer has loaned me Marten Logan Quest Z electrostatic speakers, as well as TARA Labs “The One” cables for this purpose. Right away I could hear a difference in sounds between the B&W and The ML. My B&W definitely have more punch to them, and the bass is quite remarkable. (this works great when I’m listening to my classic rock collection) What I found interesting was the way the ML speakers had a sound that seemed to encompass the whole room. Like a wall of sound (courtesy of Phil Spector) If you’ve never heard a good pair of electrostatic speakers, then I’d urge you to try and listen to some if you can. Really a whole new world out there. The cables that my dealer loaned me where TARA Labs. Though I’ve heard of them before, I haven’t really seen any advertising in any magazines showing off new models etc. I saw them in Stereophile Recommended components issues. I’ve always used Wireworld cables in my system before and do love them. I will say that I immediately heard a difference when I put the TARA Labs cables in my system. The high frequencies were insane to say the least. As a matter of fact, the Marten Logans with those cables really expanded when I put Dark side of the moon on (180gm vinyl) Anyone out there have any experience with electrostatic speakers?

-Brian J.
abcaudio

Showing 1 response by jasongreene

Hello Brian, I also have a pair of Martin Logan Quest Z speakers that I’ve had for years. I’ve heard dynamic speakers for many years and always preferred electrostatic speakers. They have always had my ear as opposed to more directional speakers. I use a JRiver music server though I admit vinyl has always interested me. I like the convenience of it. The only downfall I can say about the Quest Z speakers is that they are too big for my bedroom, as that’s where I keep my system. They are like two tall towers that loom above all else. I’ve known about TARA Labs for years also. And no, I never see them advertising in magazines, though I frequently see them in blogs. I’m not so sure that ads in magazines mean anything anyway. So welcome to the world of electrostatic speakers, Enjoy!!