Opinions on Revel Performa F32?

I heard a new pair of these a few months ago and was unimpressed - the sound was harsh and listener fatigue set in very quickly. Had to turn the volume down at one point. However bass reproduction was very good, deeper and tighter than the F30s - I remember actually looking behind the rig for the subwoofer.

Also heard the M22s (immediately after the M20s) and I preferred the M20s in pretty much every area. The M20s are not exactly "smooth" speakers themselves and can sound bright if not paired up with the right electronics - so that should give you an idea.

Take what I say with a pinch of salt since the speakers were brand new - just out of the box.

I agree with R3fico. I find all Revels speakers to be on the harsh and fatiguing side. For roughly the same price I found a demo pair of Hales T-5's and they absolutely blew the Revels away.

Even the local dealer who sells the entire Revel line-up was impressed with my Hales combined with a Mirage 12" sub.

Hmm... R3fico, where did you hear the F32s and what equipment were they using with it? I'm only asking because the ones I demoed were very impressive. I wouldn't be surprised, if a pair of these made their way into my system one of these days.

My father owns a pair of F50s, M22s, C50 and B15 and it's an awesome system. If you like the Revel sound, I think the F32 or F50 hits the sweet spot. That's of course if you don't have the $$$ to move up to their Ultima line.

I haven't heard the Hales T-5s, but I really doubt that they "blow the Revels away". Go listen to them again.

Dmitrydr, for that price range, you should demo these speakers in no particular order:

B&W 703
Von Schweikert VR-2
Von Schweikert VR-4jr
Spendor SP-1/2
Martin Logan Aeon i
Vandersteen 3A Signature
Thiel Audio CS 1.6
Thiel Audio CS 2.4
Magnepan MG 1.6
Magnepan MG 3.6
Totem Acoustic Forest
Totem Acoustic Mani-2

Just a few suggestions, hope you find the speakers you like.