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Which speakers did you find bright, fatiguing or just disappointing in some way?
Mahgister, have you tried dsp? 
Which speakers did you find bright, fatiguing or just disappointing in some way?
There are no absolutes. Everything posted so far is purely anecdotal.I just recently listened to a speaker that sounded harsh and fatiguing on one particular amp and then simply glorious and unparalleled on another amp. Not to even mention the myr... 
Klipsch Cornwall Equivalent?
As the title of this thread suggests, alternatives are being explored. A sentiment I see all too often in various Agon threads among those seeking the great qualities of a horn based speaker made in the US market but up against the Klipsch price s... 
Klipsch Cornwall Equivalent?
Sound better than Corwalls but lack furniture aesthetic, at a third of the price.https://critesspeakers.com 
The Tragic Decline of Music Literacy (and Quality)
Cd318So true +1Books can burn just as easily  
The Decline of the Music Industry
The beginning of the End of the Music Industry.Napster, 1999. 
Classical Music for Aficionados
Enjoyed Salzburg Festival Opening Concert on blue ray box setDaniel Barenboim, Piano, Bela Bartok, Piano Cocerto No1.then as conductor Tchaikovsky Sym 6. 
JBL 4349 or Klipsch Cornwall IV
In reference to Dave b with music direct...Returning speakers is no walk in the park.Works well for accessories and most midfi components. Recommend audition. Ever place a pass amp on a rack?Shipping will be 400. Restocking will be 1200. Back surg... 
What is the Silliest Accessory You Have Ever Seen.
You would think that the shatzki hallograph would at least have a bold "satisfaction gurantee" return for full refund within 30 days"...you know after a breakin period;-) 
Class D
You can easily put together a couple of icepower 500 watt monoblocks for about $800 as mentioned by Erik:https://forum.audiogon.com/discussions/how-to-diy-yourself-very-nice-class-d-monoblocksWhen completed they look strikingly similar to the afor... 
Anyone ever try to toe-out?
YesWorks for small roomFollow your ears, try it both ways 
Schiit order issue - anyone receiving shipments?
With the current pandemic, at maximum exacerbation no less, 1000s dying each day, it is pathetic to see people voicing complaints about audio shipping delay. 
Schiit amps, freya preamp
Very happy with Freya+ for years now.Have none of the negative issues cited above.Run it packed with single ended and balanced connections. Prefer tube mode. Runs warm as it should. 
Interesting development
How about a CD from 2002, Max Richter, Memoryhouse, on Amazon $465 !!https://www.amazon.com/Memoryhouse-Max-Richter-2009-11-03/dp/B01M4OSUC4 
I admire Miles Davis, i admire Stravinsky; but i loved Chet Baker and Scriabin...You?
Magister[one who is of the magistrate?]Enjoy your musings and see much experience and an emphasis on the artist(singular).I particularly see beauty in the symphony, individual parts working together. Just listened to Bruckner's 7th, 2nd movement. ...