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Has anyone heard the Legacy Aeris?

I was curious if anyone has heard the new Legacy Aeris in a controlled space (showroom or home). I have played around with room correction and have always been pleasantly surprised as to the improvements it makes, even in a treated room, even with high-end speakers. TAS article last month was more a discussion of the technology rather than a review of their sound and performance. I am curious as to how they may stand up to the better $30k and below speakers.
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They are both great speakers...I take it from your comment that you prefer the Whispers, please confirm. In either case, the listener does not lose!
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I've heard both speakers, they are both Phenomenal... Just depends on your taste in speakers and amplifiers. The Sony's are like 88db 4 ohm and the Aeris are like 95.5 4 ohm....
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I have heard Aeris several times. I really like them- a lot. They have the ability to just let the "music" go and dare any material played to challenge them. They can sound thunderous, delicate, detailed, smooth, throw a huge soundstage, and have unbelievable bass resolution. I could easily live with the Aeris for the rest of my days.

As much as I enjoy Aeris, when I hear Whisper, it's like falling in love again. They have a sonic presence that is just so natural and effortless and right. I believe Bill Duddleston would say they are his favorite if asked. They do have an unusual look though, but after owning a Lampizator BL 7 I've gotten over looks when it comes to natural sound.

I've been a Helix owner in the past (and what a great speaker they were!). But I've been enjoying a loaner pair of Focus SE until the new Legacy V is available. Then I'll have a difficult choice Whisper, Aeris, or the new V.
The V are making thier debut at Rocky Mountain this October.
Can't wait to hear them!
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The Whisper are indeed a great speaker that image like a panel with the presence of a large traditional speaker. I agree with your observations on what the AERIS are like; after many months, I continue to be impressed at what they handle and how they convey the music! I only wish I could be at RMAF to hear Whisper, Aeris and V all together!
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