Opinions? Re-thinking my Gallo reference 3.5's.


Here's my system so far:

Amplifiers - Spectron Musician iii MK2 mono blocks
with Bybee, V-Cap and Premium Fuse upgrades.

Preamp - Joule Electra LA-150 SE

Speakers - ?????????

Please keep in mind, recommended speakers will have to work with the above equipment.

I am supposed to pick up my 3.5's this Tuesday and having second thoughts for some reason. I've read the reviews, listened to them with various types of amps on several occasions, but never with my equipment.

Loved the spatial component to the 3.5's (as there is no "sweet spot" listening position in this room). Certainly thought enough about them to order them.

I believe what I have been concerned with is the "fullness" of the sound. It's difficult to express my 5% of uncertainty.

Of course, sound is subjective. That being said, are there any other speakers, new or used, within the $3,000 to $9,000 range that deserve a last look before the cash goes to the Gallo's?

Thanks in advance for giving me something to review this weekend!
bhpedalpusher

Showing 2 responses by bhpedalpusher

Marty, that's funny you should mention them. I have not heard or even seen the Ref 5's before. Actually, never read anything about them.
The person i am buying the 3.5's from told me on friday that he has a pair of Ref 5's for sale for $6,500.

Not knowing anything about the sound of that speaker, I had not given that a second thought. How does the Ref 5 perform relative to the 3.5's?