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Thinking of upgrading speakers from ProAc 3.8 I have enjoyed in my system for 23 years.

I am likely to buy slightly used. I have read the newer ProAcs have tighter base and are easier to place in your room due to down facing port. Are the ribbon tweeters that much better? I am concerned about durability of the ribbons, as there have been a few threads by people who have had ribbon failure. I would consider D48R or K6 if I can find a nice used pair. Do the newer ProAcs lose any of the magic of the older models? Another speaker that interests me is the Sonus Faber SarafinoG2. 

System is Accuphase E406, Nottingham Spacedeck, Allnic H5500

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jsbail OP
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For people familiar with D48R and 3.8, is it worth the upgrade , or do I need to go to K6 for it to be worth it. 

jsbail OP
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The Pearls are out of my price range. Also, never heard them. There is a pair of k-6 on another site for 17,500 which is a stretch for my budget. I will look for a dealer with Sarafinos for demo and give them a listen. I know the ProAcs are great with my 160 watt Accuphase integrated but not sure of the Sonus Faber. 

jsbail OP
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Thanks @fastfreight. I think K8 would be too big for my room. I can't find that listing though.

jsbail OP
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Thanks all for your replies so far.

I am leaning towards D48R. I will look for an opportunity to listen to SarafinG2.

I am in no hurry, 3.8’s are sounding good today.

jsbail OP
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Thanks samgar2

 

 

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