+1 @m669326 that the ATCs are less finicky about placement, and the Ushers I recommended definitely appreciate more breathing room to fully express what they can do, but so do ProAcs. And yes, ATCs are not the best choice for low-level listening if that’s a big concern. Always trade offs.
Speaker question
I have a Nord class D 227 wpc tri- mono amp to run my front 3 channels. It does have an upgraded op amp buffer. Trying to decide on the L and R. Proac D30r’s or 20r’s…. ATC SCM 40V2’s. My center channel is a paradigm 600c. The Proac’s tend to be expensive. Coastal NC. No way to demo.
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Usher also makes the Mini One that’s very comparable in size/weight to the ATCs and are only $4090, in case you didn’t see those. https://soundapproach.com/usher-dancer-mini-one-tower-speaker-pair.html |
The Usher Dancer Mini Two at $5290 is a very high quality speaker for the $ with custom drivers and beautiful build/finish, and it will do many of the same things as the ProAcs. I believe this seller offers a return policy if they don’t work out, which is a nice option to have and they offer a 10% discount as well. Just another option. |
The ProAcs excel at disappearing and portraying an expansive 3D soundstage with an expressive midrange, and they may be a little more forgiving of lesser recordings yet without lacking detail. The ATCs possess better dynamic power and will be a little more revealing of faults in recordings and are likely more forgiving in placement and needing space to shine. They are both excellent but very different speakers, so it really depends on what you’re looking for but they definitely are not substitutes for one another. Hope this helps, and best of luck. |