Quote Originally Posted by tem
I am a newbie and seek your experts' views on speakers.

I went for audition the following components and speakers:

AYRE-CX 7 CD Player

AYRE K-5 Preamp

AYRE V-5X Power Amp

Martin Logan Summit Electrostatic Speakers

I did not find much improvement in terms of dynamics as compared to my present Mirage bookshelf speakers to justify me to spend on the new system.Maybe I am new to hear the difference.
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Tks
The components you auditioned are of superb quality and enjoy a high reputation -- if you can't hear worthwhile difference from your Mirage , save your money.

BTW, I suspect the Mirage are step up from the Bose, but for sure, the MLs are huge step up from both.