What speaker could safely be ordered without hearing it first?


Hi everyone,

I’m in the midst of my speaker search and curious about something.......as noted above. There are some brands I would be interested in based on reputation, reviews, looks etc but may never be able to hear first.

I’m curious what the collective group thinks would be a safe choice having never heard them first. I know there are variables as in size of room, current gear etc. Just want to see what people would suggest. The one I would note based on what I have read is Joseph Audio. I’d also be curious if people would say the same about Borresen.

So it may be a frivolous exercise but I’ll ask the question anyway. Let me know your thoughts.

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Congradulations. Great choice. They look great as well.  Love the dog, with better hearing… if it was harsh sounding he/she would not be there.

Wow they look stunning in bronze and I know they'll sound awesome, I hope you're pleased!

See you've been busy putting some time into setting them up (measure, spirit level).
I'm guessing your sweetspot is mid cushion, may I suggest slightly more toe out - you want the tweeters firing just past (outside) your ears on each side.
Small changes will lead to optimum positioning. From experience, imaging is stunning!
A piece of string held eye level to the top of the speaker can make the alignment process easier, also useful for confirm equilateral positioning as Magico recommend and viewing of the beautiful assistant :)

I'm not sure how much my pair were previously played, they took quite a bit of running in for the balance to settle. They get fired up nearly every day now.

I also have a rug over flooring. I put a layer of mass loaded vinyl (Advanced Acoustics Soundproofing Mat) and later also some
Felt and Rubber, Acoustic Carpet Underlay beneath the rug to very good effect.

Meant to mention, don't forget to register them with Magico.

Peter Mackay took the time to send a personal 'welcome' and some excellent advice on care, setup and cables after I got in touch. Very genuine.

Hopefully the speakers I just ordered. I can’t believe I have done this again. But based on reviews I just had to have them. And there was simply no way to hear them first.

In the past I have purchased several types of speakers without hearing them first, all were sold or traded in quickly. But hopefully these speakers will break that streak.

ozzy

dear all
i´m planning to buy bw 802 speakers with McIntosh Integrated.
is it worth waiting for blackfriday deals?
(did you see any discount on these itens last year?)
Tks
gilbert