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Recommendation for a modern Duntech Sovereign 2001 replacement

After o.a. the Snells (Model A/II, B Minor), Vandys (2Ce sigII), Thiels (2.2, 3.6), I settled on Dunlavy (SC I, III, IV) and Duntech (Black Knight and Sovereign 2001). These all have 1st order xo and soft dome speakers (I have had plenty of other speakers).

I listen mostly to classical, Jazz and occasionally classic Rock. Must have superb mid range.

Looking for a modern version (closed box or electrostatic) which should be smaller and, very important, offers a higher WAF (which should not be difficult).

Any recommendations?



 
jazzonthehudson

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williewonka
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I like the Avantgarde range - not so sure about WAF though

Another speaker that might apeal to the WAF is Gershman Acoustics GA-P or black swan.

Haver you considered Tannoy? 

All three have smooth highs, great mid's and a very tight bass but they each excell as follows...

For looks - the GA-P or Black Swan - superb finish and articulate sound

For superb Mids, Highs and image - the Avantgarde 

For really smooth voice with a more "classic" style look at Tannoy

I have listened to all three and to my ears they sounded far more articulate and lively than both the Sonus Faber Aida and the  Focal Utopia.

Regards - Steve

williewonka
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Charles re:  Tannoy, which one?

Ceviot or Cantebury or GRF

There are other more modern models, but those would take care of your current room size and would also work in a smaller room quite nicely

Toe-in is important, but once that is set the sound is very nice. They will handle large orchestral, rock and sound really smooth when playing Diana Krall

Hope that helps

Regards.
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