Where to go after Devore Fidelity Super 8's

Andrewboettcher--you're right, the gibbon 88 is the latest in the line of 8 series gibbons, replacing the Super 8. These were shown a few weeks ago at RMAF. The new gibbon model we're planing to show at CES in January is another model, coming in above the Nines. In general the new gibbons are considerably more punchy and have more bass dynamic capability than previous models.

In addition, there is the Orangutan series, and the first of this series, the O/96, with it's 10 inch woofer, puts out a great deal of bass energy and impact in most systems.

I've been trying to keep the website updated, but it does inevitably lag behind, sorry for any confusion this has created.

Cheers,
John DeVore

Not to be too intrusive, but what amps do you use? Get them LAMM or Gryphon or even, hell I never said it, better and newer Brystons, and they just might give you enough bass and dynamics. In my experience speakers are often capable of much more than it seems given the good amp and source. And cables, and cords, and wall current. These are good speakers and you like them - give those monkeys another chance.

A new model above the Nines? Looking forward to hearing more about it. Although the Nines are amazing enough in my room, why would I want more, right? Downright spectacular speakers. They have a snap and vibrancy that I haven't really heard elsewhere -- and can't believe I muddled along for years without it.

To quote John DeVore-the new 88's are "replacing the Super 8". This means,typically,that a slew of Super 8's will be turning up on the 'gon in coming months. Coupled with a nice subwoofer,a used pair might make for a great-sounding(and economical) purchase for a first time Devore-ite. Hmmm....

Inna,
'give those monkeys another chance'
LOL! one of the best quotes in a thresd....ever.
Thanks for the leads also. Lamm would be nice, but probably out of the Super 8's league...but point well taken.

Andy