Why People Like Tekton


I saw this You Tube clip yesterday and I really think this guy gave one of the most well-reasoned explanations of why some people gave up their hyper-detailed "audiophile" speakers for Tekton.  I've never heard them myself, but I think the same reasoning applies to many other brands like Harbeth, Spendor, Wharfdale, etc.  I personally feel the way he does, but I think he expressed it better than I would have.  Eventually, at some point in the journey, you may get tired of listening to the singer's saliva and chairs creaking and just want to relax and hear music in a more natural manner.and not with your ear 6" from the singer's mouth.  Or maybe you do.  Anyway - take a watch if you have the time.  And I'm guessing most of you do. 

 

chayro

Showing 3 responses by noromance

You might be surprised. Fast attack time of Decca and Quad ESL57s is not cloth eared mellow! 😉

@tomic601 Respectfully, I disagree that "hyper detail" is distortion. Low noise floor,  responsive electronics, and light diaphragms help. 

none hyper detailed as that leading edge exaggeration is distortion…

@tomic601  Jim, I'm sure it sounds amazing! Agree with the general consensus that you can have lots of detail, as long as it's not ear-searingly bright.

i don’t think my reference system gives up much detail in service of the music