Several have asked about the Tekton Double Impact SE and while I don't feel qualified to answer this in the appropriate way, I'll just do what I can . . . . . I had a lot of anticipation to hear them, so I heard them first. They were paired with equipment that was moderately priced compared to the equipment used in the Magico, Wilson Audio, and even Devore Fidelity auditions. Even before hearing the other brands, the Tektons did not impress me more than my GoldenEar Triton Ones. The seemed a bit flat or two dimensional. They lacked something, but I cannot truly put my finger on what it was. In summary, they just weren't my taste.
I can see where someone might say the Magicos are analytical, but I'd say the Wilson Sabrinas are musical. I just drove 3 hours each way today to hear them again, in a different room, with different equipment, and so wanted them to sound different/worse, but they didn't. I have one more audition, the Vandersteen Quattro CTs again early next week. I don't want to be predisposed, but it's going to be really hard.
I can't say this enough. I appreciate everyone who has taken the time to respond here. Your answers are all part of my learning process.
I can see where someone might say the Magicos are analytical, but I'd say the Wilson Sabrinas are musical. I just drove 3 hours each way today to hear them again, in a different room, with different equipment, and so wanted them to sound different/worse, but they didn't. I have one more audition, the Vandersteen Quattro CTs again early next week. I don't want to be predisposed, but it's going to be really hard.
I can't say this enough. I appreciate everyone who has taken the time to respond here. Your answers are all part of my learning process.