Whats up with Merlin?


Thanks to all who responded to my thread "Is it worth it?"
I'm leaning towards Merlin TSM-M"s but they seem to be evasive and hard to get any info on. Has anyone had first hand experience with them or any comments you have heard?
captpenny
i own the Merlin TSM-M speakers. They are very nice sounding; smooth and crisp.I also have talked with bobby; he is nice to speak with will give you any info you need...you can't go wrong with the Merlins...but listen before you buy...
Bobby is the best! I love both the VSMM's and TSMM's. You can find lots of reviews and a ton of happy Merlin owners.
I have been writing mails recently to Bobby just to make some enquiry on the TSMM, I am impressed by his quick reply and answers.He is a nice guy to talk to and I end up ordering a pair of TSMM from Bobby WITHOUT even listening.What I am trying to say is Bobby is someone you can trust.
I have to say the same about Bobby, his advise and his product.He talked to me on the phone for about two hours several times helping me sort out where I was with my system and which ways I could go to improve. Anyway I purchased the TSM's unheard and have not looked back since!
Sreno
OK, I'll be the lone dissenting juror. I owned a pair of Merlin TSM-SE's (b4 the changeover to "Millenium").
I ran these speakers with Naim separates. Long story short-the worst mismatch I've ever heard. Made my ears bleed. All of a sudden MOST records sounded all wrong. Music was gone and "hi-fi" was invading my space.
I've chatted numerous times with Bobby-great guy, very informative. Nothing against him or his company. Seems like very enthusiastic about his creations. Just not for me.
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