Quad ESL or Soundlab?


Have anyone compared those two brands? Both of them are ESL, I have heard the New Quad 2805 driven with Quad's 15watt tube mono block, they sounded amazing, very transparent and uncolored. Didn't have chance to hear Soundlab yet but will be very interesting to hear from ppl who have heard both speakers.

Thanks
spyddie
Atmosphere,I really enjoyed your post.Very interesting,and quite plausible.You define the saying.."knowledge is power"!
Best.
Dear Spyddie: Unfortunately I don't have the opportunity to hear any of the Soundlabs model that could compete with the 2805.

I heard the Soundlabs Majestic ( in the long run in the audio system of one of my audio friends. ) that is not only an imposing speaker by its size but a very very good quality performer!!!!

Btw, the manufacturer recomended SS electronics, in specific Parasound JC-1, that are the ones that own my friend.

Regards and enjoy the music.
Raul.
Interesting...SS....Huh!

When purchasing my Soundlabs, Dr. West wouldn't cite a specific type of amplification, let alone a specific manufacturer.

While some Soundlab owners use SS amps, such as JC1's, many others prefer tubes. Ralph's Atma-Sphere's receive extremely high marks, and I love the CAT's I use to drive mine!
The Quad 57.
For a speaker design pushing 60 years old it sure has left its mark in audio history right up to today and no dought in my mind beyond.

I believe the going price today of a overhauled pair of 57s or 63s range from $2,500 to $3,500.00?

There is nothing on the audio market at this price that could even begin to approach this sonic value....Nothing

If you have room for an extra pair of speakers you will charish these for the rest of your life.

Dear Mrmb: In my friend's case the advise was specific on those amplifiers.

Now, for what I heard through it are very good match and of course not the only amplifier alternative.

Regards and enjoy the music.
Raul.