dave_72

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Magico S5 review
Hi Knghifi,Only the E1s were on active display. The Ref1s were off to the side of the room in passive display. So, unfortunately, I didn't hear them side by side. Just by going from memory, the E1s have quite a bit of the sound from the Ref1s. It'... 
What are your general thoughts of B&W speakers
Cool, as long as you're happy. There's many happy users of the 802Ds. It's a good speaker, for all intense purposes. It not flawless, but what speaker is... 
Next step suggestions, from Spendor SP100r ?
Hi Maz,You're welcome. Sounds good.Go to the JBL synthesis website and have a look.Good luck!Dave 
Magico S5 review
Sorry, I didn't get to go to that room. Sounds like a great combo though! 
Help me put a system together for my son
Friends don't let friends buy NAD. 
What are your general thoughts of B&W speakers
Well, I must agree that the B&W 800 series is good bang for the buck overall. Best to go to England and buy them there at half the price over here. Are they the ultimate, no, but there's a lot of happy people who think they are. So who cares w... 
Magico S5 review
It blew away the much more costly Venture system, imo. 
Magico S5 review
I heard the S5s in the Soulution room. Not bad. But the Accuphase room sounded better, imo. My fave room @ CES was once again, the TAD. 
Next step suggestions, from Spendor SP100r ?
And as far as JBL goes, see if you can listen to the K2 9900s or what I have, the S4700s. The retail price on the S4700 has been reduced to $15000 USD. 
Next step suggestions, from Spendor SP100r ?
Very similar, imo. I prefer the Spendor myself. 
Next step suggestions, from Spendor SP100r ?
Hi, SalectricOh yeah, I forgot about Tannoy. Good choice. 
I don't like the sound of my system. Help please.
I would let go of the Vandersteens. I'm not impressed with those. Rolled off highs, and a emphasized lower midrange/upper bass. This is my opinion, of course. 
HELP Best speakers btw 1000$ and 3000$. Real tests
Axiom M80 v3s, $1500 a pair. 
2013 Wish List
Accuphase C-2420 preampAccuphase A-46 ampnew interconnects from amp to preamp (Accuphase)new speaker cables (not sure which brand, probably Neotech)that's it for now. I've been thinking about upgrading the turntable and cd player too, but both of ... 
A Match For Bryston SP 1.7 Pre Amp / Processor
Yeah...I see your point. The 1.7 is a much older model which does not provide support for computer audio.Good luck!