Kef reference series 2. Really fast and dynamic. I have 201/2 mated with jlf113 sub. Sounds killer. I have owned usher Be718, dynaudio focus 140, paradigm s2 v3, focal electra 1008, in the past few years and last month had Dynaudio C1 in my house for a week. Great sounding speaker but detail speed and resolution is lacking compared to the Kef but rich vocals and everything very listenable. Different flavor for sure. May be what you are looking for.
Where do you go after a Dynaudio C1 ?
I have been scouting for a pair of speakers to replace my Dynaudio C1, which after many years of enjoyment I now find voiced to relaxed for my taste. I am looking for speakers that comes as close as possible to the raw sound and timbre of voices and instruments with minimal house coloration, speakers that energize a room to give an electrifying feel of presence, speakers that convey both refined subtlety and explosive dynamics with effortlessness. This have to be smallish, either a standmount or small footprint floorstander, must work in condo-type living room, and synergize with high power rowland amp I use.
Two speakers I have listened to and consider top candidates are the Magico V2 and Focal Utopia Diablo. These seem to possess the attributes I seek. Given my parameters, what other speakers do you think I should consider? Buying new with budget $15,000 max, less the better. Please note purchase will be in the Philippines, where most small specialty brands are not available.
Two speakers I have listened to and consider top candidates are the Magico V2 and Focal Utopia Diablo. These seem to possess the attributes I seek. Given my parameters, what other speakers do you think I should consider? Buying new with budget $15,000 max, less the better. Please note purchase will be in the Philippines, where most small specialty brands are not available.