cdj123
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| Do $2k speakers + DSP = $50k speakers? I have occasionally been tempted to buy a used top-end speaker from the likes of Magico, Vivid, Focal, etc. I think that in a perfect room without DSP, they will sound very different and have their own personality. However, I am starting to beli... | |
| Do $2k speakers + DSP = $50k speakers? I have been pondering the same question for a while and do think it is possible with the right monitors (untested hypothesis). Kalman Rubinson of Stereophile, in his review of the Kii Audio Three hinted at the answer: “If I use Dirac Live equaliz... | |
| Floor-Standards to Monitors? The Avalon’s are great speakers. At the time I bought them they were more affordable than they are today. Also, with the passing of time, the ceramic tweeter was a much older design, and did not reflect the diamond and/or the new Accuton Cell te... | |
| Floor-Standards to Monitors? Fantastic discussion here – Please keep it coming. I kept the topic broad, so I can hear multiple opinions. I find that speakers tested through the Canada's National Research Council (NRC) or Stereophile gives great insight into flaws and solid ... | |
| Floor-Standards to Monitors? jperry, That is the type of feedback I am looking for. I definitely do not want to move backward. Have other experience the opposite? | |
| Paradigm Personas anyone heard them Hi Mtrot, I heard the entire Legacy line for the first time at RMAF. I have to say they offer amazing value for the money. I tend to agree with you assessment of the Focus XD’s. These are truly killer for the money and offer a full range exper... | |
| RMAF 2016................Boenicke W5 I also was very impressed with the Boenicke’s. I was very shocked to hear that much quality sound coming from these small speakers. Another company I was unfamiliar with, but was a stand out for the price was Margules. They had a $12k speaker t... | |
| Help me decide Revel or Focal That is great feedback. Soundstagehifi.com just posted a review which was very flattering and and has "real" measurements. | |
| Enjoying My New Focal Sopra No2's Glad to hear you are enjoying them. Mine are coming in sometime in November. | |
| Help me decide Revel or Focal I think that if everything is neutral, it is the best of all worlds. Generally a tube amp works best with very lean sounding speakers and you need the soft warmth to get them there. I am not sure if that is the case with the Sopras. Time will tell... | |
| Help me decide Revel or Focal It was a toss up for me between a used Salon 2 and the Sopra 2. I think they are both fantastic - a little analytical but very accurate and dynamic. I had looked for a newer Salon at a reasonable price but never got there. I ordered my Sopra 2 tod... | |
| Help me decide Revel or Focal Ricred1, I think that is what makes this hobby fun. Lots to choose from and lots of opinions. You have inspired me to give the 7Ts another listen....maybe today or tomorrow at a local dealer that has them on the floor. I did own the 10Ts for many ... | |
| Help me decide Revel or Focal Hi Ricred1, I honestly have not found the 1038s to be bright. I think they are well balanced but electronics may factor into this. Also, as you get older you tend to lose a little high frequency hearing so that may play into it as well. I am havin... | |
| Help me decide Revel or Focal I am hoping to hear the Sopra No. 2 before making a final decision but it is pushing my budget. I didn't think I would be stepping back so much given the baseline Avalon has been around for ages. Oh well. | |
| Help me decide Revel or Focal Thank you for your inputs. Time to make a decision. |