@thosb I had read all the positive views on Devore and a pair come up fairly close at a stellar price. I decided there was not a lot of risk if I needed to move again. I have really liked the DeVore Nines.
My friend who loves and owns Harbeths has heard both my speakers and O 93s. He likes the O93s better than the Nines, but they are a completely different sound and presentation. He does admit the Nines have better detail and imaging, but he like the "musicality' that comes from Harbeth and the O93s.
I think an upgrade in the Fidelity line would allow for the same great top end, but a more pronounced bottom end. I wouldn't say the Nines lack bass, but there are times I wish there was a little more balance top to bottom. That might be recording, as some recording just sound amazing.
In short I really like the Nines and think a move up would just build upon the attributes I already like.
My friend who loves and owns Harbeths has heard both my speakers and O 93s. He likes the O93s better than the Nines, but they are a completely different sound and presentation. He does admit the Nines have better detail and imaging, but he like the "musicality' that comes from Harbeth and the O93s.
I think an upgrade in the Fidelity line would allow for the same great top end, but a more pronounced bottom end. I wouldn't say the Nines lack bass, but there are times I wish there was a little more balance top to bottom. That might be recording, as some recording just sound amazing.
In short I really like the Nines and think a move up would just build upon the attributes I already like.