The MINI's are "Classics"!!
I've heard EBM's set-up a while back,and it was about as good as it gets,imo....and I have heard alot of sota equipment over the years.Some NYC based reviewer's had invited me to their homes at times,and few could touch the sonic appeal of my experiences hearing a good MINI set up.....Just my 2 cents.
I find it hard to believe they are not still perfectly viable monitors....of the highest quality!!
In this economy,one must take into account that mfgrs are trying hard to make payroll.Today's products are just fine,but I find it hard to believe that there is not some attempt to cut costs,while still keeping a decent product in front of the consumer,in this day and age.
Here is where an experienced hobbyist like EBM benefits.he's been around long enough to know a few things.....Good luck!
The MINI's were an all out attempt to build a great speaker,with NO attention to cost cutting.The cabinet is stunning and had to be very costly.Personally,I'd far prefer "it" to the metal box designs(though I'm sure they sound fine).
From a sonic standpoint.....Just look at the "numbers"(aside from the real world performance).....Even by today's standards,"Ruler Flat freq response",whether in a new or slightly older design still equates to GREAT PERFORMANCE!
Best to all
I've heard EBM's set-up a while back,and it was about as good as it gets,imo....and I have heard alot of sota equipment over the years.Some NYC based reviewer's had invited me to their homes at times,and few could touch the sonic appeal of my experiences hearing a good MINI set up.....Just my 2 cents.
I find it hard to believe they are not still perfectly viable monitors....of the highest quality!!
In this economy,one must take into account that mfgrs are trying hard to make payroll.Today's products are just fine,but I find it hard to believe that there is not some attempt to cut costs,while still keeping a decent product in front of the consumer,in this day and age.
Here is where an experienced hobbyist like EBM benefits.he's been around long enough to know a few things.....Good luck!
The MINI's were an all out attempt to build a great speaker,with NO attention to cost cutting.The cabinet is stunning and had to be very costly.Personally,I'd far prefer "it" to the metal box designs(though I'm sure they sound fine).
From a sonic standpoint.....Just look at the "numbers"(aside from the real world performance).....Even by today's standards,"Ruler Flat freq response",whether in a new or slightly older design still equates to GREAT PERFORMANCE!
Best to all