I made the jump from Merlins to the C2's last year. They are in a 30x23 room (C4's would be too much) with plenty of amplification. I also added a REL. Due to my location, could only home audition Focal Supra No 2's and the C1's (took the risk and went up a level to the C2's when I finally bought). The Focals went first and, while there were some things that bothered me, I liked them and expected to get them. When I heard the C1's and changed my mind. To my ears, the C1's were much more balanced, better handled complicated music and trebles and do everything other than punch at least as well as the Focals. On the other hand, the C1's did just fine as far as quickness and transients go. At least with my system. The C2's are even better in all respects. They handle all types of music well, and never cause fatigue. And because they are so balanced, I listen to the music not the speaker. Some think the C2's are short on base, but the REL solved that if it ever really was a problem. Remember, however, that I have had my Merlins with Dynaudio cloth tweeters for over 10 years, so may have been predisposed to the C2's. Regardless, I'm thrilled with the C2's.
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