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Gilmore Audio planars revealed
I agree with Seadogs1. This is a classy and respectful site where we all share common ground with respect for our love of music and high-end audio reproduction. It's fine to inquire about new technology and ask probing questions about manufacturer... 
My M20s were humbled
Another mini you may want to check out (supposedly outstanding) is the Earthworks Audio Sigma 6.2. You can check them out at http://www.earthwks.com/ns/speakers.html 
Any insights on MBL 101 D Loudspeakers
Kelton - which model of German Physiks did you listen to, the Gaudi, Loreley, Carbon, Borderland, Unlimited, Legato or Unicorn? What do these speakers retail for? The "Dick's Dipole Driver" theory sounds interesting in that his design excites the ... 
Side firing bass designs - Pros & Cons?...
Sean, check out Israel Blum's side firing designs. He places multiple drivers on the side. Thanks for the line array web site it looks very informative! 
Side firing bass designs - Pros & Cons?...
Lrsky, in multiple driver speaker designs like the Pipedreams and GR Research Alpha LS how do they take into account line source dispersion patterns? It would seem to me line source changes tone balance with listening distance.Thanks for all the w... 
Looking for a Speaker in the $15,000 Range
A new pair of EgglestonWorks (http://www.egglestonworks.com/Products.htm) Rosa's are in your range or possibly a used pair of Andra's could be the answer. The Andra II received very good reviews at the '03 CES show. You may also want to entertain ... 
Am I the only one who thinks B&W is mid-fi?
FWIW, I agree with your assessment of B&W speakers. 
Anyone have any experience w/ Usher AC-10's?...
Since I posted this I've read some interesting things about Usher and in particular the AC-10. I've read several testimonials from owners who do not think highly of the crossovers Usher uses in the AC-10, in fact they were referred to as "crap". O... 
Dynaudio Audience 52 or Quad 12L?
You may also want to give the Green Mountain Audio Europa a look-see. You can do a search on this web site for comments. Everyone I've talked to raves about this speaker. Better yet go to http://www.greenmountainaudio.com and give Roy Johnson a ca... 
Time coherence - how important and what speakers?
A couple of months ago I went to a local audiophile retailer to listen to Avalon Eidolon's. When I got there the owner said he didn't carry Avalon's anymore. I asked him why given the very upscale market this store was located in. He said he dropp... 
Time coherence - how important and what speakers?
Roy is a marketing guru as well as speaker designer. Some may argue that positive word of mouth is the fastest most effective way of getting a product accepted in the marketplace. Positive feedback can be generated just as easily through intrigue ... 
Your ''best kept secret'' speaker choice ?
GR Research, a DIY company out of Texas is suppose to offer an incredible speaker called the Alpha LS. Apparently they only use top-of-the-line drivers and cross-overs in their speakers. You can either build the Alpha yourself, or have GR do it fo... 
Hales owners discussion
I've got T-5's with the exotic wood finish, both of which are placed in an open room environment with a slight toe-in to each speaker. They are approximately 7' apart and about 18" from the back wall. Unfortunately mine are way under powered (Deno... 
Which recording best highlites your speakers??
Desert Rose by Sting from A Brand New Day. Speakers Hales Design Group T-5's.Sting does an incredible job with engineering on his recordings. His CD's always seem to sound so much richer, cleaner and open than other artists. 
Question: Does ATC have the best midrange driver?
Audiokinesis, what do you think of drivers made from Aurasound, Eton, Audax, Morel Acoustics and Scanspeak?Thanks.