Pictures of your dream speakers

[O'Shag]

Ducked into A.S. to get out of rush hour traffic and spent about an hour listening to the C-4...wow. I mean seriously, this is a whole lotta speaker for 16k.

I heard them in a dedicated and prepped room with the new Mac tubed prepro, big monos and we switched out sources a bit. At one point playing a Mac Music Server through an outboard DAC (some piece that had won a "Component of the Year" award) I listened to "Eleanor Rigby" by the Beattles. I don't think any salesperson in the history of the world has used the Beattles as a showpiece tune for gear, but you'd be amazed at the information that's on that track when played with the correct system.

Put the nail in the coffin of home theater for this guy.

Hi BobSticks,

sounds cool. Are you talking about the Dynaudio Confidence C4? I have heard they are excellent. You were listening to some good gear there. Where is A.S.? I always love to pop into the audio salon to listen to good gear, and its a great idea to miss the rush hour traffic. I am a dyed-in-the-wool hybrid-tube fan, but I'll tell you what, I've been getting very very impressed by the Class D amp I have lately been listening a lot too. It is so clean and utterly without distortion - this without sounding too lean. Also really really fast and immediate sounding. Bass is strong and with enormous control.

I really want to get a chance to listen to the C4s btw. I think it was Mr. P who heard the Dynaudio Sapphire recently and was very impressed. So you liked the MAC music server?

[bobsticks]

Hi BobSticks,

sounds cool. Are you talking about the Dynaudio Confidence C4? I have heard they are excellent. You were listening to some good gear there. Where is A.S.? I always love to pop into the audio salon to listen to good gear, and its a great idea to miss the rush hour traffic. I am a dyed-in-the-wool hybrid-tube fan, but I'll tell you what, I've been getting very very impressed by the Class D amp I have lately been listening a lot too. It is so clean and utterly without distortion - this without sounding too lean. Also really really fast and immediate sounding. Bass is strong and with enormous control.

I really want to get a chance to listen to the C4s btw. I think it was Mr. P who heard the Dynaudio Sapphire recently and was very impressed. So you liked the MAC music server?

Hey Shaggy,

Yup, the Danes be the C4 in question. Not the best of the best, but easily the best in class...great extension with no sub needed or even desirable. Great imaging and coherence. Can it be beat,? Sure, with alot more money. Can it be picked apart? Maybe, but it was in a pretty solid room backed by some big dogs so it would be tough. Bottom line: anyone that can say they couldn't live with that system is one anal bastage...

I'm pretty happy with my amp right now so I think it's staying but the new Tube Pre may make a dent on the bank account...which serves me right anyway for driving around the city indescriminately and buying a Mustang for no good reason. I walked away from a cherry C32 (at least for the moment) because the tube sound of the C3 somethin'somethin' was otherworldly. I may regret that decision but whatever.

The Mac Server is nice and convenient and ergonomically well laid out. Would I buy it? No.While I feel that the future of audio is with computers and hard drives, I think the same results can be achieved for substantially less. I'm not that concerned with the name oon the faceplate and a good DAC is still required after all that cheese.

A.S. is Audio Solutions located here in Indy. Great guys with great toys who take the time to get to know their customer's needs. Frankly it's everything a hi-end store should be (and so few are anymore). This was one of the few times I have left without a new playmate to demo at home.

Shaggy, in case no one else says it, thanks for all your contributions. You've been posting some very cool threads lately and I've enjoyed reading and seeing your take on the good stuff. Gracias.

[jrhymeammo]

Ducked into A.S. to get out of rush hour traffic and spent about an hour listening to the C-4...wow. I mean seriously, this is a whole lotta speaker for 16k.

I heard them in a dedicated and prepped room with the new Mac tubed prepro, big monos and we switched out sources a bit. At one point playing a Mac Music Server through an outboard DAC (some piece that had won a "Component of the Year" award) I listened to "Eleanor Rigby" by the Beattles. I don't think any salesperson in the history of the world has used the Beattles as a showpiece tune for gear, but you'd be amazed at the information that's on that track when played with the correct system.

Put the nail in the coffin of home theater for this guy.

What?

Tell us more on what's going on in 'Napolistonia......
Dude, isn't it about time you got some sub $100 used-TT and play some tunes?

JRA

[bobsticks]

What?

Tell us more on what's going on in 'Napolistonia......
Dude, isn't it about time you got some sub $100 used-TT and play some tunes?

JRA

Whattup Jayrah,

Man, naptown ain't nothin' to nobody. Nothin' goin' on 'round these parts but work and more work, broken up by the jumping-through-hoops process of multiple interviewing for a job that I was invited to apply for. The juice could be less travel and more money...which, of course, leads to better toys so wish me luck.

My little record hut had one of them there USB TTs and I laughed and thought of you and your cajoling posts. Gotta get a decent pre first, then we'll see. In any case I'm done with the HDMI-upgradeitis-BS-processor-of-the-month kick. Two good channels is enough for this guy so I suppose I'm a step closer.

Hey, this is my crew. They can get just about anything you want including your beloved slabs of vinyl. Check it out: http://www.lunamusic.net/page0/index2.html

Peace,

Arrested Development

[jrhymeammo]

How about.....

Dynaudio Consequence



Does anybody know how much this pair of monstrosity goes for? $100K+?

Loco,
Where you have been man? I've been thinking about send'n you some CD-R, but I've been focusing much more on LP purchases. Perhaps it's time to send you another package of black discs....


Whatever you end-up with, you may want to make sure your C3 somem somem is capable of playing low output MC cartridge. I hope you best on your job interview.

I'll be updating my resume very soon while sippin' on some beverage under the Florida sun...

We both need more money for this GD hobby and remainder for a night out with the ladies.

Peace to all,

[O'Shag]

Those Dynaudios Consequences are the best speakers money can buy... for people who spend a lot of time during the day doing head stands. Apparently they're all the rage with the Yoga crowd and a few ashrams have already ordered. Thats why the tweeters are at the bottom and the woofer is at the top. These speakers are also da bomb for when you bring the ladies back to the pad. They will surely enquire about the upside down arrangement, and when they assume the headstand position to listen - and If they have dresses or skirts on - ...well you get the point

Payce

[sgt bass08]

Right guys i finally found my dream speakers it was hard just to pick one so these speakers would be on my shopping list if money wasnt a issue.

The B&W 802D

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Description
3-way vented-box system

Freq. Response
34Hz - 28kHz ±3dB on reference axis

Freq. Range
-6dB at 27Hz and 33kHz

Sensitivity
90dB spl (2.83V, 1m)

Normal Impedance
8ohms (minimum 3.5 ohms)

Power Handling
50W - 500W into 8 ohms on unclipped programme

Drive Units
Unit 1: 1x 25mm (1 in) diamond dome high-frequency
Unit 2: 1x 150mm (6 in) woven Kevlar® cone FST midrange
Unit 3: 2x 200mm (8 in) Rohacell® cone bass

Dispersion
Description: Within 2dB of reference response
Horizontal: over 60º arc
Vertical: over 10º arc

Harmonic Distortion
2nd and 3rd harmonics (90dB, 1m)
<1% 40Hz - 100kHz
<0.5% 70Hz - 100kHz

Crossover Frequency
350Hz, 4kHz

Max. Recommended Cable Impedance
0.1 ohms

Dimensions
Height: 1135mm (44.7in) (not including feet)
Width: 368mm (14.5in)
Depth: 563mm (22.2in)

Net Weight
80kg (176 lb)




. PBN’s Montana

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SPECIFICATIONS

DIMENSIONS (HxWxD) 76 x 24 x 26
WEIGHT (lbs./ea.) 390
FREQUENCY RANGE 18Hz - 22kHz
SENSITIVITY (db/2.83V@1m) 93
POWER HANDLING 800W
CROSSOVER POINTS (Hz) 80/500/3500
WOOFER(S) 2 ea./15" 2 ea./9"
MID RANGE 2 ea./5.25"
TWEETER 1" Montana Revelator


like i said i love my speakers with big woofers

[sgt bass08]

sorry guys i needed a 3rd one but i promise these are my finally choice .

The B&W 802D

[IMG][/IMG]

Description
3-way vented-box system

Freq. Response
34Hz - 28kHz ±3dB on reference axis

Freq. Range
-6dB at 27Hz and 33kHz

Sensitivity
90dB spl (2.83V, 1m)

Normal Impedance
8ohms (minimum 3.5 ohms)

Power Handling
50W - 500W into 8 ohms on unclipped programme

Drive Units
Unit 1: 1x 25mm (1 in) diamond dome high-frequency
Unit 2: 1x 150mm (6 in) woven Kevlar® cone FST midrange
Unit 3: 2x 200mm (8 in) Rohacell® cone bass

Dispersion
Description: Within 2dB of reference response
Horizontal: over 60º arc
Vertical: over 10º arc

Harmonic Distortion
2nd and 3rd harmonics (90dB, 1m)
<1% 40Hz - 100kHz
<0.5% 70Hz - 100kHz

Crossover Frequency
350Hz, 4kHz

Max. Recommended Cable Impedance
0.1 ohms

Dimensions
Height: 1135mm (44.7in) (not including feet)
Width: 368mm (14.5in)
Depth: 563mm (22.2in)

Net Weight
80kg (176 lb)




. PBN’s Montana

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SPECIFICATIONS

DIMENSIONS (HxWxD) 76 x 24 x 26
WEIGHT (lbs./ea.) 390
FREQUENCY RANGE 18Hz - 22kHz
SENSITIVITY (db/2.83V@1m) 93
POWER HANDLING 800W
CROSSOVER POINTS (Hz) 80/500/3500
WOOFER(S) 2 ea./15" 2 ea./9"
MID RANGE 2 ea./5.25"
TWEETER 1" Montana Revelator


Alexandria X-2

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Specs
Enclosure Type Woofer: Front Ported
Enclosure Type Midrange: Rear Ported
Enclosure Type Tweeter: Sealed
Woofers: One - 13 inch (33.0 cm)
One - 15 inch (38.2 cm)
Midrange: Two - 6 ¾ (17.78 cm)
Tweeter: One - 1 inch inverted dome (2.54 cm)
Super Tweeter: One - 1 inch rear firing (2.54 cm)
Sensitivity: 95 db @ 1 watt (2.83V at one meter)
Nominal Impedance: 4 ohms, 3 ohms minimal
Minimum Amplifier Power: 7 watts per channel
Frequency Rexponse: +0, -3 dB 19.5 Hz - 22.5 kHz

[Florian]

I heard the Everest at last years High End show in Munich. What a Godawfull speaker! Screetchy, no driver integration, agressive and no tonality. Juck! Seriously, id rather take a Nautilus 801

[E-Stat]

I heard the Everest at last years High End show in Munich. What a Godawfull speaker! Screetchy, no driver integration, agressive and no tonality. Juck! Seriously, id rather take a Nautilus 801

I had high hopes for their supposed return to the high end. With what were they driving it? Not to be an apologist, but many shows just don't do [fill in the blank] components well.

rw

[drseid]

Here's mine... The Von Schweikert VR-11, AKA "the Vanquish"



I am sure I will never be able to afford them at about $165K/pr., but I do love listening to them. :-)

---Dave

[bobsticks]

Well, look what the cat dragged in. Good to see ya Dave.

...and, yes, the VR-11 are pretty amazing. Let's both keep playing the lottery.

[GMichael]

I kind of like the Whisper from Legacy.

[O'Shag]

I heard the Everest at last years High End show in Munich. What a Godawfull speaker! Screetchy, no driver integration, agressive and no tonality. Juck! Seriously, id rather take a Nautilus 801

Florian, it could have been the room at the show, or perhaps the wrong electronics driving the speakers. With a speaker that is so sensitive, even the cables make a difference. Problem with very sensitive speakers is that its easy for them to sound bad.
Sgt Bass - With respect to performance, I do assure you there is not a Cerwin Vega on the planet could come within a country mile of the JBL Everest. Given you likin g for bass, I'm sure you'd love the Everests. They do have excellent bass definition, extension and dynamics.