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Silverline Speaker Opinion

Awhile back I traded for some original Silverline Menuets. It's the smallest speaker I've owned. 

After putting them in a bedroom system without a sub, I'm really enjoying them. I find myself reading and listening more opposed to watching TV in bed.

For those of you familiar with Silverline, is the Minuet similar to the rest of the Silverline lineup, or just special?

Also, what other speakers are a dead ringer for my tastes if I like the Minuet sound? I'd like to explore other options as I'm starting to understand my preferred sound. Maybe duplicate the experience in my main system. I currently use Usher floorstanders in a 15x18' room, and am happy - but curious.

I'd appreciate your opinions.

Thanks,
gary






uncledemp

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uncledemp OP
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Newbee,

Thanks for the info. I wondered if the Prelude and Prelude Plus would be more of the same. Not any dealers close, unfortunately. May have to plan a mini vacation/ audition. 

Of course I'll keep an eye out on here. I'm much more willing to take a chance on a bargain. Also, I can ask for a 30 day audition from a dealer if I see a preowned pair. I'll pay shipping but that's still cheaper than a trip with the redhead!

Thanks again,
gary
uncledemp OP
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Thanks, Ghosthouse, glad you are enjoying them. If they are like the tiny Minuets, I bet they are awesome!

I keep an eye out for the Prelude and Plus, and Newbee recommended adding some other models to the list.

Maybe due to time on the market, I see more preowned Preludes vs Plus for sale. Did you have the opportunity to audition/compare the standard Prelude with the Plus by chance? If so, I'd appreciate your thoughts.

Regards,
gary





uncledemp OP
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I appreciate your insight on the Plus, it sounds like it may be a good fit.

If I could trouble you a little more, how far into the room did your Plus's settle to give you the stage depth you mentioned? I know rooms are different, etc, but it seems like some speakers suffer more than others near the front wall. Depth of soundstage is important to me.

Thanks again,
gary
uncledemp OP
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Ghosthouse,

Great info, thanks. I feel pretty safe buying blind sometimes - no hifi dealers near me in Arkansas, unfortunately.

Some of your descriptions match how I feel about the Minuets. I tried to explain to an audio buddy today how they sound, but ended up just telling him I listen to them more than I usually do- it's as simple as that. 

There are probably many speakers I could feel that way about, but I feel fortunate to have found one for me. The fact that the price is within my comfort zone is great, too. 
 
Thanks again for the great info- I'm glad you're enjoying yours. Hope to join you at some point.

Warm regards-

uncledemp OP
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Ghosthouse, Newbee,

In my post I should have written rear wall and instead wrote front wall. But thanks for answering the question I should have asked!

I generally position speakers in my main listening room about 1/3 of the length of the room- 6ft. Wasn't sure if it was my room, equipment or my ears....

In the bedroom, the Silverlines are 24" into the room because of the flow of the room.

I thought I read about some near wall placement speakers that still created the illusion of soundstage depth- that is what prompted the question. 

Thanks for the help!

gary



uncledemp OP
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Speaking of subs, I decided to try a dual 8" driver sub with the Minuets today. Sounds pretty good but I'm still adjusting things. 

Before inserting the sub a buddy came by and after listening told me he had to have a pair of Minuets- he was impressed.

Thanks again for for all of your feedback, opinions, etc. Gives me several speakers to look out for and several things to try. I always learn a lot on A'gon.
uncledemp OP
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I don't think I've ever heard a high end sub in a 2 channel outfit. I own an SVS sound cylinder and use it in a small theater room. The sub I'm using with the Minuets is a dual 8" Mirage. It's probably okay but nothing like you guys are talking about. I'd be interested to hear one someday.

Shame about the chickens though- I guess it's for the greater good.

gary
uncledemp OP
792 posts
 
Very nice, sir!

uncledemp OP
792 posts
 
Spencer,

I'm assuming the Audiopoints were used under floorstanders. Any experience using them on standmount speakers?

Anyone-

My Minuets are sitting on the top plate of spiked steel stands. In fact, they are resting on thin, circular foam type dots that seem to be there to avoid scratches.

i have some generic blu tak around somewhere. Do you feel it is worth the trouble to use it/cones under the Minuets?

Thanks,
gary
uncledemp OP
792 posts
 
I'm still enjoying the Minuets with a dual 8" Mirage sub I had around here. Good to hear of your good experiences. 

Keeping an an eye out for used Silverlines, I notice some of the larger models for sale.

Do you guys think the larger models maintain the 'magic'? Or do you feel the narrow baffle to be a major factor in the sound? Unfortunately, unless I take a road trip I cannot audition the models to compare. As it stands I think I would buy the Prelude or Plus without hearing them- but curious about the Sonatina. 

Your opinions would be appreciated.

gary



uncledemp OP
792 posts
 
Thanks everybody. I'm retired but doing some training for a company this year in 6 or 7 different parts of the country. I really need to plan an audition in one of the more populated areas.

Over the years I've owned several speakers but the Silverlines are in the top few for sure. Hopefully I'll be able to hear several models this year. 

gary
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