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16K to Spend. Help me make the end all Upgrade.

Hi, I'm in the process of upgrading my speakers; Aerial 10t's. I need to upgrade the speakers for a couple of reasons, one being the waf. I'm looking to get the best 2ch stereo speakers out there for 15-17K. I'm currently looking at Revel Studio2s and Dynaudio Saphires (although I don't think they're physically attractive so waf would be a factor), also possibly interested in JM labs 1037be's. I really wanted to get people's opinions as to what else is out there, what's better or comparable to these speakers. I don't want to upgrade these speakers again so I'm looking for something to hold me over for a long time to come.
baraeryo
holenneck
127 posts
 
Take a listen to the Rockport Technologies Mira. IMHO, this is the best speaker under 20K, but make no mistake, I am quite a bit biased since I do own a pair. I also used to own a pair of 10T's, the Mira's are much better in every way and compare favorably to the WP8's. http://www.ultraaudio.com/equipment/rockport_technologies_mira.htm
argyro
438 posts
 
You should also try listening to the Verity Parsifal Ovation.
baraeryo OP
20 posts
 
Don't like the looks. I've narrowed my choice down to 3: Avalon Indra, Wilson Sophia2 or Watt\Puppy 7-8. Anyone whose compared these systems, I'd be very interested in their opinion. My nearest Avalon dealer is a couple of hours away.
mrtennis
3,295 posts
 
does your wife have an aversion to speakers over 5 feet high and 18 inches wide ? i am reluctant to suggest panel speakers because of the potential of displeasure with the size.

is there anything you can do to get her to modify her opinion ? perhaps offer her something in return to allow you to purchase the speaker of your choice ??
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sbank
3,379 posts
 
Oh man, listen long & hard before buying the Wilsons. Many threads you can search w/ pros & cons, but safe to say that opinions on them are greatly debated.

As a former Avalon owner, I agree that they look great. They are sensitive to matching electronics, but I'm guessing your Pass amp would be great match, if not overkill.

Personally, I prefer others already suggested: Merlins, Veritys, Vandersteen5A, but to each his own. Please consider room placement requirements of whatever you're considering. A great speaker against a wall usually isn't a great speaker anymore; don't spend and fool yourself. Cheers,
spencer
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