PSB Stratus Mini's

I had them for a short time, some time back, and wasn't impressed at all. I also took them over to my buddy's house and used a 12K front end, with no luck at all. He was impressed with them when he thought the speakers and stands retailed for 500 dollars for the set.

For the price, there is so much better out there. I'm not sure how much you are looking to spend, but the Paradigm Studio 20 v3 would be a much better choice for over all music. Also, Revel M20 would be an even better choice.

S7horton,

Happy Xmas Eve,

I am hearing mixed reviews about the Mini's. I heard them once with some Paradigms (not sure which model)and I liked them. However, that was six months ago. I never considered Paradigms because I was always so PSB centered. The Revel M20's, Proac Tablettes, and some of the Dynaudios are on my short list. I am also intrigued by the Energy Veritas 2.2's. I should start another thread asking about the Energie's. Thanks for your response though. One other thing, what exactly did you find wrong with the Mini's? what were you looking for as far as sound?

I also owned a pair for a brief period while searching for a monitor for my small listening room. They did not stay long as I found them overly bright for my taste. They were paired with a Roksan KandyIII integrated and NAD C541i cdp. A quick impression is that the Minis bass and midrange were very good but as I said the highs were overly etched.
I would recommend you listen to the Totem Model 1 or Von Schwiekert VR1. Both are very good with a nod to the Totems. Good luck with whatever you chose.

Timrhu,

Merry Xmas to you. I checked out the Totems and by looking at them, I would think they are a Proac/Dynaudio Hybrid. I have a small listening area also and I have always preferred monitors anyway. The Paradigm Studio 20 v3's look really good and they are more in my price range right now. Its either $1000 for an Integrated amp or speakers. You are not the only one thats told me about the Stratus Mini's. Something tells me to stay away from them. PSB is all I used to buy but my loyalty is changing. I am using an old B&K amp that I'm trying to sell and it is really fleshing out the shortcomings of my current PSB B25's.

Also check out the Totem Rainmakers. They are more in your price bracket