richard_james

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What are the smallest speakers that are clean and flat down to 20hz?
Some towers actually play audible bass lower than some subs. Most subs will create air turbulence 18-28hz but nothing audible. Vienna beethoven go down pretty low. 25-26hz of very audible bass. I actually sold the sub after I got vienna beethovens.  
Re-wire of speakers to get more Warmth and resolve across the band
Hm yes oxygen free copper. The longer the cable the thicker it should be. Not worth spending 500$+ ) i use audio quest x-2 . Had those fancy mit cables. Did not notice any difference. Sold. I like semis solid. Don’t expect major difference, new re... 
REL Subwoofer Rattling
Yes bravo indeed . It was a very involving read ) i am sure id run to a dealer in desperation if ive heard those scary rattle sounds. good thing nothing serious like on rel storm iii or strata.  Those require special training to unsolder /solder b... 
B&W 801M vs. 801 Series 2, etc
How much are u gonna pay for them? Are u sure u want bw? There are plenty of brands Thst will out sound bw dollar for dollar. Usher,  vienna even paradigm. 
Vienna Acoustics Bach Grand
Viennas are really nice.. you should really consider a real amp not some best buy receiver. A power amp+ pre amp. If u use some new garbage from best buy you will always have garbage sound. Look into vintage amps. High current. Luxman, nakamichi, ...