I have heard the QLNs twice and they are probably the most fatigue free speakers I have heard. Unfortunately to my ears they were significantly low on clarity, detail, presence and energy. Completely opposite from the Borresen X2 and Focal Sopra which for me swing too far in the other direction. Consider auditioning something from the Spendor D Series if you can. Much more present and dynamic than the QLNs without the surgical detail of the latter. |
Not perfect circumstances, but I heard the QLN top of the line and Borreson’s at AXPONA. I fell in love with the QLN’s and want to demo a pair, thought I think I could only handle the 1’s in my space. My impression of the Borreson speakers was similar to @avanti1960 , way too tight. I am sure that could be dialed down with the right gear, but not my cup of tea. |
Thanks for the input. As I mentioned in another thread...I bought these four month old Borresen X2's from an owner who had ordered big Wilson speakers and wanted something in the interim and was curious about the Borresen brand. He always intended to sell the X2's and the Wilsons came in earlier than promised so the X2's only had about 20-30 hours. I've put 20-25 hours on them. The maker suggests 50-100 hours for break-in though I've heard higher numbers from some owners. I am going to take several more weeks burning them in before making a final judgment whether to sell them or the Focal Sopra 2's. For whatever reason, my Boulder 866 integrated with DAC and Auralic Aries G2.2 plus Audience Front Row loom lead to zero fatigue or tweeter irritation...none. The detail on the X2's is very appealing, better than the Focals, but I am getting a little fatigue from the X2 tweeter when the volume is up on some music. |
