I never cared for Conrad-Johnson. I would get the McIntosh C2700 preamp. I have the C2500 and I love it. It’s my last preamp.
Upgrading from Martin Logan ESL15a w/Force subs to Wilson Sasha Daw or Alexia 2 w/JL subs
I would like some guidance on switching from ML to the Wilsons mentioned above. While I do really enjoy the ML I'm looking for something smaller as well a better connection between the highs and lows which both of the Wilsons do better. There are numerous other things I like about the Wilsons as well.
Currently, I have the McIntosh MC-1.25kwh mono blocks with my ML center powered by a MC-601. My speaker wire is transparent. My Processor is a McIntosh MX160 and I am using Roon with a NAS and Lumin Streamer. I will also be adding a McIntosh pre-amp to improve performance on the 2 channel. Haven't decided between C2700 or C53 yet. Adding a Clear Audio Concept turntable but haven't settled in on cartridge. There is no rush to do anything, so I'm open to opinions.
A couple comments on the Wilson's.....the midrange and tweeter are the same on both but the Alexia 2 has much more adjustability. While demoing without the subs the Sasha Daw bass hit me but the Alexia 2 went through me. Sasha has 2 - 8" bass drivers and the Alexia 2 has an 8" and a 10".
I listen to all types of music including Jazz from the 50's - 60's, Acoustic, classical symphonies, rock and progressive/alternative rock.
Thanks in advance for your honest feedback.
Currently, I have the McIntosh MC-1.25kwh mono blocks with my ML center powered by a MC-601. My speaker wire is transparent. My Processor is a McIntosh MX160 and I am using Roon with a NAS and Lumin Streamer. I will also be adding a McIntosh pre-amp to improve performance on the 2 channel. Haven't decided between C2700 or C53 yet. Adding a Clear Audio Concept turntable but haven't settled in on cartridge. There is no rush to do anything, so I'm open to opinions.
A couple comments on the Wilson's.....the midrange and tweeter are the same on both but the Alexia 2 has much more adjustability. While demoing without the subs the Sasha Daw bass hit me but the Alexia 2 went through me. Sasha has 2 - 8" bass drivers and the Alexia 2 has an 8" and a 10".
I listen to all types of music including Jazz from the 50's - 60's, Acoustic, classical symphonies, rock and progressive/alternative rock.
Thanks in advance for your honest feedback.
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Almost all systems needs subs unless the mains have active subs. I would add a watch controller from wilson ($4500). It will take the system to a different level. You could pass higher then too if you are currently coming in under the mains (not as good as passing at 50-60z) imo. The downside is the additional wiring... JL CR-1 would be a cheaper option. https://www.wilsonaudio.com/pdf/manuals/manual-watch-controller.pdf |
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