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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
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
3,394 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
larryi
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Good advice from Sbank. It would be a pity to spend big bucks and not get good sound because of placement issues. Aside from size, the suggestion of the Vandersteen has the advantage of the speaker offering some flexibility as to bass response should you require placement close to a wall.

Again, I suggest looking into the Gradient Revolution because of its great flexibility and intended placement close to back walls and corners.
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