Well, I have now tried out a couple of ics in addition to the Taras. The first is a set of Audio Art IC-1s, and the second is a set of Paul Speltz Anti-cables ics.
The primary adjective I would pick to describe the Audio Art is smooth, especially in the mid range. Vocals and instruments sound great. The highs and lows are there as well. I would say they give up a little of HF extension to the Taras, but are better in the mids.
The Speltz Anti-ics best qualities are clarity, soundstaging, and coherence. Everything just seems so clear and defined.
Right now, I have the anti-ics on my front L/R and a Tara Labs on the center speaker. I plan to get some more of the Speltz soon.
The primary adjective I would pick to describe the Audio Art is smooth, especially in the mid range. Vocals and instruments sound great. The highs and lows are there as well. I would say they give up a little of HF extension to the Taras, but are better in the mids.
The Speltz Anti-ics best qualities are clarity, soundstaging, and coherence. Everything just seems so clear and defined.
Right now, I have the anti-ics on my front L/R and a Tara Labs on the center speaker. I plan to get some more of the Speltz soon.