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Reynaud vs. Spendor vs. Harbeth vs. Linn

Does anyone have an opinion about which is better in general and specifically to go with my Creek 4330? All I care about is loving the music, if detail or whatever helps then I'm all for it. So between the Reynuad Twins, Spendor 3/5s, Harbeth HLP3-ES, and Linn Katan/Tukan which is the one to beat?

Thanks!
jonathans
gregm
3,397 posts
 
I think you'll enjoy the 3/5a & Reynaud, for musicality (not for extension, ultimate resolution, etc). The Tukans I found best in active mode -- which is not what you're looking for. I haven't experienced the Harbeth model.
The A-Physics "Step" is another little box you may wish to consider.
paulwp
585 posts
 
You need to consider efficiency. Although I am a Harbeth fan, and have owned two pair of (pre ES) P3's, they require more power than your Creek puts out. I would go with the Linn Tukan or the Reynaud.
jonathans OP
3 posts
 
So does anyone who's heard both (something I can't do) have an opinion between the Reynauds and the Tukans if I can find the Tukan for $200.00 cheaper? Are the Reynaud's that much better?

Thanks!!!
thorty40
149 posts
 
Stick with the Reynaud or the Harbeth's. I have had both and am very familiar with their virtues, both being great speakers. You cannot beat the value with the Twinn's, but the Harbeth with most likely beat them in the midrange department. The Twinn's are very, very good speakers and are almost impossible to beat for the money. I think thats what I would chose if I were you.

Good luck!

Chris
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