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Paradigm and Revel

This is my first post. A buddy told me about Audiogon, what a great place. Ok, so I would like to upgrade my speakers. While on vacation I had the chance to hear the Paradigm 85f in one location and the Revel f206 in another location. I like both, prices are similar and size is similar . I have a REL t7 sub to go with either of these. Don' t think I can go wrong with either. This will be for music,not movies. So a 2.1 at best. Music preference is jazz, jazz vocal, some soft rock and whatever when the kids are home. Any ideas or opinions would be great. Thankx in advance.

arthurd
arthurd OP
17 posts
 
Thank you for the input. I think with the deal Paradigm has, it would be hard to beat.
chrissain
470 posts
 
The Revel haters are out in force. I would take Revel over Paradigm any day, so to each their own. Paradigm are brighter speakers, so older ears might like them more. They are both good companies though, listen to both before you decide. I own f208s, and they are anything but boring. I have not heard a speaker do what they do for the price, a true bargain. 
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mschott
132 posts
 
I don't think you can make a blanket statement about any speaker company. I have Paradigm Studio 100 speakers and I would not say they are bright at least with my electronics (tube integrated). I have heard Revel's comparable speakers and they sounded great. There are a ton of speaker offerings in the price range of the 85f and f206. Someone mentioned Focal. Salk and Philharmonic make outstanding speakers in this price range. You can find some very fine Martin Logan electrostats as well. Look at Vandersteen and Goldenear. Many others. Just try to audition as many brands as possible.
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tdimler
132 posts
 
You'll have no regrets on those F206's.....
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