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Gallo Ref 3.1 or PMC GB1/FR1

I'd appreciate any opinions regarding these speakers. I auditioned these speakers from two different dealers with different equipment, but I'm having a hard time making a decision.

Generally speaking, it seemed that the Ref 3.1 directed most of my attention to the details of the specific instruments & vocals, as it drew a larger soundstage and excellent imaging. The PMC just gave me a more foot tapping experience.
locomoco
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I have never listen to any PMC's, but I did just pick up a new pair of the Gallo's. And I can see myself keeping these for a long time. The more I listen, the better I like them. At first, I didn't notice any of that foot tapping experience either. But now that I have gotten them broken in(about 80-100 hours), it seems to be there.
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shadorne
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3.1 no contest. PMC make some nice speakers but the GB1 is not as good (have you seen the measurements on the GB1 - worth a visit to soundstage} The tweeter on the PMC is probably more reliable if you are considering this aspect.
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steuspeed
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I have never heard PMC speakers. I have run Gallo Ref II's for many years. I have heard the Ref III's at my local dealer. The CDT tweeter throws such a nice soundstage. I can enjoy the sound no matter where I am in the room. The more you listen to the Gallos the more every other speaker sounds like a box. There are some exceptions like electrostats, planar and mbl's. The Gallo is a much more interesting speaker too. It's a great conversation piece. The CDT can be over bright with the wrong gear so be careful.
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