Dali Helicon 800 Mk2 are stunning ?

Siberhuskie,
I wanted to like the Focals too because of all the reviews and I tried them in various combinations but in the end, I found them a little too lean for me. I found the Dali's richer and warmer and more exciting, without losing any detail. I couldnt really comment on which is more accurate or true to life. I just found that the Helicons made the music tickle my emotions more. I think the Focal is a good speaker, but bought the Dali. They will appeal to different listeners and fit better in different systems.

Thanks Mike60. I wonder how much the 400 improved in its Mk II version.

Has anyone compared the Helicon 800 MKII to the Mentor 8?

Mike what components (cables,Preamp, Power Amp,etc) are you running the 800s with?

Lapierre, I am running a Gamut DI150 and Ayre CD player with the Helicon 800 Mk2. I think it's a superb combination. The Gamut is truly special! Cables are still under review, but at the moment, Harmonic Tech interconnects and Chord speaker cables.