just a quick addition. I replaced parradigm with soliloquy. Soliloquy much more musical (I went from ref100 to 5.3) I agree that ported versions need room behind the SAT5 doesn't, which is big plus for sat5
The Sat5 and 5.0 use the same drivers. The 5.0s use a larger ported cabinet. The x-over on the Sat5s also cuts off the lowest frequencies instead of letting the mid/bass driver roll off so bass cuts off below 60hz. With this and the use of a sealed cabinet, the bass is cleaner and tighter but not as deep or full. The Sat5 is great for office computer system, small room, tube system or for use with a sub.
The Soliloquy SAT5 was one of the best designed and beautiful sounding mini monitors ever made. I regret selling my pair about 5 years ago in curly maple. These speaker's musicality soundstage and tone were incredibly astonishing at very high listening levels. That capped 60hz cutoff made all the difference to control this speaker and allow it to become magical. The articulation of these gems never failed an audition from both young and elderly listeners. Rock solid construction, and genius engineering from British iconic designer Phil Jones. In the last 14 years (since 2000), I have only seen a single 4 pair set available for sale. I regret AGAIN for having bought them as well! LONG LIVE the Soliloquy magic. The ones I owned were made in 1997. Anyone know about their later models? Anniversary additions with upgraded drivers (white in color) I wonder if they were improved?
I am going to provide a different perspective. I have owned 6.2 and 5.0. There is no doubt that these are great speakers and I have fond memories but they utilize proprietary drivers and the fact that solioquy are no longer in business would concern me if I were thinking about buying them today. If something goes wrong with a driver you are unlikely to find an original replacement. If you can steal a pair or they are local than that might be different, but I would be reluctant to shell out 300-400 for these given the other options in this price range available today.
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