Acoustic Zen Adagios help.

Take into consideration that AZAs have less common underhung woofers. Underhung drivers have lower distortions (better linearity) especially with large displacements. According to few opinions, I read, they are less dynamic but it might be only perception of clean lows (same way clean guitar is less dynamic than distorted guitar). Underhung motor is more expensive because of very big magnet. Enjoy.

My room is 14'x 25', and I have my Adagios placed along the long wall, 8' apart. In my room they needed a little bit of toe-in.

The bass will considerably open up in about three weeks.

Bass reinforcement in a room can has been a real problem here. I've had problems for years, even with some speakers known for handling the lows with authority. Things must be right so that the current flow to the woofers will maximize cone movement. If not, you can get some confounding results. And the amp-speaker match is not always straightforward and sometimes calls for significant trial and error. A favorable match of the amp to the speakers rules. Quality of power can play a role too. There are a number of variables that can affect getting the bass you want. But I will echo others; give the speakers more time. You had to move your cables to put in new speakers, no? Give them a chance to re-settle. Consider too that the AZA's present a different load to your amp than did the Klipsch. Good luck. I have to have bass reinforcement to be satisified, and I always prefer it from the loudspeakers more than subs.

Hello Teajay,

It was great meeting you, too. When I got home and hooked up the Adagios they sounded good, but not a vast improvement over my Klipsch RF-83’s. I was a little frustrated because I heard the Adagios and thought they were awesome. Well… to make a long story short I called Acoustic Zen and talked to Mr. Lee (what a gentleman). He asked me how far apart my speakers were and I told him about 8 ½’. He said to move them closer. With a little playing and listening, they ended up just inside 7’ apart and 40” from the wall and a slight toe in. I also attached the outriggers. Now, all I can say is wow! Wow!

Teajay, you were spot on with the Klipsch. I definitely love them, but part of what I like about them is the “slam.” They sound great, and the sheer power is almost addictive. But the Adagios bring definition, clarity, soundstage, that I have never had in a speaker. They will definitely be staying for a while. I mentioned when I was there that I get concerned when reviewers use too much hyperbole. But I have to say, for the price I paid for the Adagios, hyperbole seelms spot on. The sound is “breathtaking.”

I have also decided when my piggy bank fills up again I am going on the hunt for a couple subs. I will let you know how that goes

If you ever get up Holland way, give me a shout.

Thanks all for the comments,
Chip

Chip:
Did the outriggers come with the speakers?
Just curious.