Yes Lancelock, and with the new M3Triode Master 16 ohm variety, I am just extremely curious. I have no way of hearing them though, although both have money back guarantees, it would be a hassle as well as expensive to return them.
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Yes, a comparison of the Impacts with the Spatial M3s would be appreciated. Actually Eric has his own Open Baffle speakers which are down-priced from 3K to $1750....these were given a full 5 star rating by Teajay, just like the DIs. Powerglide, Eric seemed to feel the DIs weren't much of a step-up from the Impacts, but you're using a sub-woofer for the latter. I don't think anyone has felt the DIs need reinforcement at the bottom end. Apparently the Impacts are lacking some slam....but I guess that's to be expected at that price point. |
That certainly is a tantalizing endorsement. I am waiting to hear more about the Electrons, although given what you have said powerglide, I don't know if that's necessary. In my mind right now, I am wondering about a comparison between the Tektons we are discussing, and the Spatial Hologram M3 speakers. Yes, they're totally different designs, but both are praised highly by reviewers and owners, and both appeal to an audience who will be using lower powered SETs, at least part of the time. And to confuse the issue even more, Spatial has just come out with a version of the M3 that that is specially for low power SETs. Is there anyone out there who has heard one of these Tekton models and a Spatial model? |
Lula, during my initial contact with Eric at Tekton Designs I explained my desire for an easy to drive speaker which would not restrict the Microzotl2's capabilities and asked him what speakers were the most detailed. Without hesitation he responded the Impacts. The DI were not available yet, nor were the others you mentioned. The DI's were released within weeks after. I spoke with Eric on what the advantage would be to purchase the DI's over my Impacts and was told I would get a little more of the overall sound but identical condition of sound quality. Having never heard Tektons I felt sure that the need to return them would come sooner than later, so as a joke I ordered the yellow color. The joke was on me. And yes the color plays light beautifully. I am still having difficulty wrapping my head around how an $1800 speaker can manifest this reality of instruments in the room along with everything else they do. I was not trying to be sensational in any manner when conveying my experience. When you hear these you will then fully understand my very strong statements pertaining to the experience. |
Charles, The 1 watt is sufficient for my listening needs. A powered subwoofer crossed over at about 60hz handles most of the low end, however the Impacts have low end ability which has surprised me at times. I replaced all of the stock tubes with Sylvania bad boys 6SN7's and Sylvania triple mica navy issue 12at7's which in my opinion allow the Microzotl2 even more of everything better. I am not a headbanger, but have cranked it at times to where the volume level is much more than sufficient for my 16x24 foot room. I do prefer nearfield listening while seated 4 to 5 feet in front of the speakers with them 5 feet separated in width. I have spent hours of bliss here. |
Lula, I purchased the Impacts last November in a search for speakers which would allow my Microzotl2 to fulfill the designed potential unbridled. The first listening session shocked and stunned me due to what I was experiencing. I will keep these speakers for the rest of my life as I am experiencing sound I never realized possible. In my opinion these speakers will embarrass the "best" on the planet at any cost. My dearly loved Magnepan 3.5r's which were my reference for the past twenty years are now sitting idle collecting dust. All of the other six pairs of speakers owned are also in storage. I asked Mark at Linear Tube Audio about the 4 ohm rating of the Impacts after ordering thinking I had made a mistake and he told me impedance is not a problem for his amps due to not having transformers. He was correct. |
+1 There is indeed the Impact, which - according to the website - is based on the same patent as the higher level models; and that includes the Double Impact. It is $1,800 delivered, with one option. Check it out: http://www.tektondesign.com/tektonimpact.html There are a couple of personal reviews related to this "vanilla" Impact on the testimonials page. The Electron is the downsized version of the Double Impact, in terms of the tweeter array and overall design. Just my 2 cents. Happy Listening! |
Not true. Pricing on the website as follows; DI: $3000 base, $3300 upgraded Electron: $2750 base, $3050 upgraded The drop down on the DI defaults to base price and the electron defaults to upgraded price. The Electrons are indeed smaller and lighter. I too, am curious about the Electrons and would love to hear them. Is there going to be any presence at Axpona next weekend for Tekton? |