Is it just me or do others really miss A/D/S?


I have found through my many years of audio that I find a particular sound that is most pleasant. I've always loved the Canadian brands - Paradigm, PSB, Energy, Mirage, etc. I've also always found that the classic ADS speakers were very enjoyable and also have a very similar sound. I love the the Braun manufactured drivers, but I also found the late 80's and 90's speakers to be outstanding. I wish A/D/S was still around....I guess I will have to continue listening to their vintage models.
japosey

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I still remember how excited I was to find a used pair of L570s buried under a shelf at a Boston pawn shop, covered in dust. This was back in '95 I think, before my income allowed me to spend more time with better equipment. I couldn't throw my money at the guy behind the counter for those L570s fast enough.

I can't say I miss A/D/S - I recall them being a nicely balanced speaker but not very resolving when I compared them to some B&W 704 that finally replaced them, and they sure didn't throw much of a sound stage or "disappear". But I don't think I ever got to hear any A/D/S floorstanders, or anything higher up the line, so I may have missed that boat. I did enjoy those L570s for a while, but now after enjoying other things I don't think I'd want to go back. I'm glad you posted the question...it's nice to revisit memory lane every so often!