I've lived with the Avanti III's for several months now and think they are an exceptional speaker that anyone in this price range should seriously consider. I have heard the Talons and have been disappointed but feel this may have more to do with room accoustics and associated equipment than the actual speaker. I have never NOT heard the AP's sound good....this was meaningful to me in my decision.
New Audio Physic Avanti 3's versus previous Talon Khorus
Talon's current Khorus speaker(not the new X series) has received fantastic reviews. Audio Physic has just introduced the new Avanti 3 speaker. Mike Fremer in Sterophile loved them, and so did Sensible Sound in a shorter and less critical review.I would appreciate opinions and comments by anyone with experience with either one or both speakers.I have listened to AP's Virgos and generally like them, especially unboxy sound. I have never heard the any of the Talon models.