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speaker synergy and halo jc-1's

Ok, I did it. After much discussion and debate, I have purchased a pair of jc-1 monoblocks. I am in a somewhat isolated area, but my local dealer has been of much help and so we are compiling a list of speakers to try out with these amps. The short list so far is:

B&W 802D/803D
Totem Forest and/or Wind
Gallo Nucleus Ref3

This is currently what he stocks, but he maybe getting the Hyperion HPS 938. He also has access to Wilson Sophia's, but I won't be able to listen to them with my amps.

I have heard the vr4jr's using a BAT system through another dealer and I can probably get them to use for direct comparison.

My room is 14 x 16 feet with 8 foot vaulted ceilings. One side is open directly to a staircase, but the speakers won't be firing towards this side.

I listen to a bit of everything, but would say that electronic, rock and pop predominate my listening habits.

I haven't chosen my source cd yet- thinking wadia, audio aero or consonance droplet to try. Don't get me started with cables...

My question: Of the speakers I have listed (B&W, Totem, Gallo, Hyperion, Wilson or VR4jr) which would be most synergistic with the jc-1's? Any others you would add to the list? Any you would completely drop?

Thanks
vargus
perfectionist
197 posts
 
I'm using VSA VR4's w/JC1's to great affect, but they need some breathing room. I've not heard the VR4 jr's, but have heard very good things about them and VSA is a great company to deal with. JC1's will easily put a vice-grip like hold on those jr's, this I'm sure of. Check out my system if you want to get a better idea of my thoughts on both JC1's and the VR4's.
vargus OP
16 posts
 
Perfectionist, I am glad to finally hear from one of my fellow jc-1 owners. I haven't received them yet- about 10 days away- can't wait.
I have heard the vr4jr's with BAT and Classe at a local dealer and was impressed. It remains my first choice, but I was wondering about the vr4sr. Would the sr's work in a room 14 x16 feet in size, or would they be too large?
My other question is regarding comparison between the vr4's (in jr/sr iteration) and Wilson Sophia's Any thoughts regarding strengths and weaknesses as well as suitability with the jc-1's
Thanks for your responses to my thread
daltonlanny
301 posts
 
Shang,
Not trying to get off the subject or anything, but:
How do the JC-1's and the Belles 350A Reference compare sonically head to head?
Thanks.
jfz
570 posts
 
Vargus - In the price range you're considering I would also suggesting checking out the Merlin VSM MX and the new Cerious Technologies "Cerious One".
perfectionist
197 posts
 
Well, first off, be prepared for a 1500 hour break-in on the JC1's, this is fact not fiction.
I think the SR's may be a little too much speaker for that room. My listening area is 17'x17'x10', but the actual room is 40' long. I couldn't imagine my VR4's in a room smaller than mine (17'x17'). But you have to make the call on it in the end. I can't comment on the Sophia's as I've never heard them.
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