Totem Forest or Mani-2 signature?


I am looking for a pair of Totem speakers that will work well with Bel Canto Ref1000 monoblocks.

So far I have only auditioned the Forest and Staff (with the Ref1000 too) but have not had a chance to try the Mani-2.

For those Totem owners out there, could you give me some suggestions? as how they compare and stuff... Thanks!
metronet

Showing 1 response by timlub

It may have been handled, I haven't read all of the threads.
The Forest used a HiVi D6.8. I have built with it a few times and am using it now in an mtm with a Scan Speak tweeter. It is a very well built 6.8 inch driver capable of great bass and a smooth midrange. It does have a bump and dip, but that can be dealt with in the crossover. I have used alot of Seas, Focal, Audax, Vifa and Peerless building in the past. This HiVi Piece has a build quality that stands up to any of these. I have found that it takes extensive break in time before the bass comes to life, but this little driver, depending on cabinet design is capable of a 3db down point of 36HZ while handling power quite well. Tim