Take a look at the Merlin TSM-MX speaker. I listened to both of these speakers and bought the Merlin's. Both are very good. You will need good stands with whichever speaker you buy. The Auditors are good speakers but I feel their stands are marginal. Remember the stands are just as important as the speaker. Good luck.
feedback on a new system please
I finally am taking the step to get a good system in my nyc apartment. the main room for listening has appx. 10ft ceilings, and is 20x20. my intent however is not to fill or overwhelm the room (neighbors upstairs!).
I like a clean sounds without dominating bass. I do not want to play very loud. I have been considering the following combination:
arcam 33 cd player, appx $1700
krell 400xi integrated am, appx $2500
sonus faber auditor bookshelves, appx $4000
very open to feedback, in particular any viewpoints on the Musical Fidelity A5 vs. Krell 400xi (both are about $2500), and alternatives to the sonus fabers. thx!
I like a clean sounds without dominating bass. I do not want to play very loud. I have been considering the following combination:
arcam 33 cd player, appx $1700
krell 400xi integrated am, appx $2500
sonus faber auditor bookshelves, appx $4000
very open to feedback, in particular any viewpoints on the Musical Fidelity A5 vs. Krell 400xi (both are about $2500), and alternatives to the sonus fabers. thx!