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I’d appreciate opinions from RMAF 2017 Show attendees on the Elac Adante AF61

Hello all:

I didn’t have the opportunity to attend RMAF 2017 this year and I am very interested in the new Elac Adante AF-61 floor standing loudspeakers.  Of course I’ll find a means to audition before purchase but I did watch/listen to a couple of 4-5 minute internet show coverage videos. Allowing for poor audio quality of the show coverage videos, they sounded a bit strident or metallic in their upper mids and treble registers. Opinions would be very much appreciated. Thanks so much!

normie57

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normie57 OP
50 posts
 
Thank you nhmanmtb!  I appreciate your relaying your experience and opinion.
No local dealer but I will indeed find an out of town dealer to audition.
normie57 OP
50 posts
 
Thank you jeoneil for your opinion as well! Apparently it’s turning out similar to show goers in Munich, some loved them and others found them difficult to listen to. Our ears and preferences will always be distinct to our individual tastes and expectations. One friend in NYC values detail and impact most, I prefer the most coherent/cohesive and natural presentation, even if giving up a bit of detail. This is why component reviews should never, alone, determine purchase decisions.

normie57 OP
50 posts
 
Thanks to all for your kind responses and opinions. The consensus seems to be well worth an audition. Many US dealers are still waiting on their demos but I will audition as soon as possible.

normie57 OP
50 posts
 
I truly appreciate all of your valuable opinions!  My suspicion is that the Elac AF-61 were the best loudspeakers in their price range or even slightly beyond, as Mr Jones has great experience and has received much acclaim for his fabulous sounding concentric designs.
Yes indeed, an audition is in my future and quite possibly a purchase. 
Many thanks!

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