....life is So complicated...
"....you run into this sorta thang 'ere in th' South...."
Getting a Divorce and can now buy floor standing speakers
So, I am getting rid of the wife (divorce, I am not burying her in the backyard!) and can now get big floor standing speakers. I currently have a Luxman integrated and model 30 Harbeth speakers, and a very good sub. Very neutral/natural sound, can listen for long sessions. But I don't get a very good image, and it seems a little too laid back. I listen mainly to singer-song writers, both male and female. Lots of acoustic/piano.
There are so many floor standers now, I'd like to shorten the list. Any suggestions to start my search? I am located in southern CA, so I can listen to almost any brand. Price should be under $100K.
I may lose a wife, but so far the freedom/cash is worth it.
Thanks all!
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@OP. You shouldn't be having imaging issues with your Harbeths. So the issue there is either setup/room and or ancillary equipment. The Harbeth's are tonally refined, which some people would characterise as laid back. But driven by a more dynamic amp, you might be surprised at them - especially given the kind of music you say you favour. Putting a speaker in the upper percentiles of your price range on the end of your existing amp is totally cart before the horse. So I would recommend that you review your entire setup before going changing speakers. |
Borresen are known to image extremely well. Look at their X6 model ehich seems to be a very good value for miney or look at their better series. The M3 seems to be amazing but also cost at least 15x the price of the X6.
https://audiogroupdenmark.com/product/boerresen-x6/ https://www.stereophile.com/content/b%C3%B8rresen-acoustics-m6-and-x6-axxess-aavik-and-ansuz |
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