Qln, Joseph Audio, Audiovector, Marten, or Canton...?


I am looking to upgrade my speakers. My amp is an NAD M10 with Dirac Live room correction, so bass response is adjustable to an extent.

For domestic tranquility they must be relatively compact with a wood finish. Floorstanders, not standmount. Budget of up to $15k-ish, but less is better.

My list consists of the following:

  • Qln Prestige 3
  • Joseph Audio Perspective 2
  • Audiovector R3 Arrete
  • Marten Oscar Duo
  • Canton Reference 7K

Any and all impressions of these speakers, particularly any comparisons between them, are very much welcome. Thank you!

mrdseitzer

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You’ve got some great speakers there, but unfortunately I’ve not been able to compare any of them so I’ll just make matters worse by adding some others I think are at the same level and are at least worth reading some reviews,,,

Usher ML802

Boenicke W11

Verity Audio Lakme

Alta Alec/Adam

Vandersteen Treo CT/Quatro CT

Best of luck. 

Ugh. I wholeheartedly agree on the JA Perspective 2 and @grannyring makes more good points. $15-$20k is such a competitive price point with so many incredible choices, I’m not sure if I more envy or pity you at this point. High-quality problem either way I guess.
 

Uh, just saw these JA Perspective 2s in the gorgeous Sapele finish at almost half price.  You could be a happy owner with an extra $7k-$12k in the bank or that could be used for further upgrades.  Just sayin’.  Happy hunting!

https://www.usaudiomart.com/details/649920381-joseph-audio-perspective2-sapele-finish-graphene-woofer/

@rsf507 I’d try contacting one of their reputable dealers if JA isn’t responding. I’d start here…

https://nowlistenhere.net/

+1 @prof  They seem to have been designed to deliver maximum output and dynamic impact THX style, but I’ve not seen a review where they’re compared to speakers that can reproduce real music versus other high-end speakers.  Not saying they don’t, just ain’t seen it yet — but I’m open.  And yeah the name sucks, and the per speaker pricing thing just pisses me off, but that’s maybe just me.