Upgrade from DeVore Gibbon X


I have happily owned these speakers for about 6 years now; during this time I have patiently upgraded my front end, with the Gibbons successfully conveying each upgrade.  While I am very happy with my current system, I am now wondering if a speaker upgrade is in order.  I am interested in some input from anyone who has upgraded from the Gibbon X or someone who has had significant time comparing these speakers to other offerings.  Wilson Sasha DAWS? Magico? I am running an all VAC front end (100W/ch) in a 17 X 19 room.

 

 

 

 

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Regarding soix’s list, I heard a pair of the Rockport Avior’s at AXPONA this year, and they really stood out. Only bested by the Qln’s for my ears. That said, I made a point to hear the Devores as I had heard so much about them, they were not for me. Seemed like the other speakers had a much richer sound. A matter of taste for sure. 

Thanks for the inputs so far; I have been to the Capital Audiofest over the years and have listened to VAC gear paired with Von Schweikert which make for a nice combination.  I have heard the DeVore O Reference which sounded nice, but out of my price range; I have not heard of any plans for John DeVore developing an upgrade to the Gibbbon X.  Borrensen’s have not been on my radar scope; I will have to give them a listen.  I did hear the newer Joseph Audio Perspective Graphene at the Capital Audiofest; I believe it was paired with Doshi electronics which were also a nice pairing.  Looks like I have some homework to do…

@post2338 I mistyped above when referring to Vandersteen which of course you correctly identified as Von Schweikert

you will not like the borrenson they are much more hifi sounding the devores

 

look at Qln and Legacy the legacys have a bit more detail then Devores they are smooth yet detailed have a huge soundstage very deep bass and incredible dynamics and are very efficient

 

Dave and Troy

audio intellect NJ

legacy dealer