Tekton Double Impacts

mac48025
I agree with your assessment of the DIs being very refined and detailed. Told Eric that their accuracy and crescendo capabilities are so good they have reawakened my interest in classical music -- that shows off the dynamic qualities of the DIs to perfection.
Recently ripped a number of the EMI/Warner Karajan recordings. Had not, in the past, listened to them much because of the orchestral sound ideal Karajan developed -- based on fundamental tones and very massive textures.
On the DIs, these massive textures are presented so well that you feel some of the physical power the Berlin orchestra could generate, And it is so strong that the crescendos by themselves become an event worth enjoying.
No other speaker I have heard has been capable of rendering this quality and it speaks directly to your assessment above.
Agree, as well, that the speakers must be in a good acoustical environment in order to hear how well they can sing. Have used wall treatments, Herbie's gliders, careful positioning, and a small amount of APQualizr EQ (run through JRiver) to get the DIs perfect in my setup. The result is a soundstage so secure that performers can be pointed at with ease and who hold their positions rock steady in ensemble.
This thread continues to provide helpful information for the prospective DI buyer -- congrats.

Ron1264
Have had the DIs for about a month and agree with much of your assessment. Oddly, my set has always had plenty of bass (measured by REW down to 20z) and I am actually using EQ to soften it a little in order to make all balance. This seems to be a room size result as some responders feel the need for a sub and others, like me, find plenty of power there.
The Eminence drivers become substantially more focused when broken in. Have also found that treating the wall behind the speaker removes conflicting sound wave reflections and cleans up the bass sound significantly.

craigl59,

I think you are correct. I think its a room size issue. If I stand behind my listening position, the bass gets much better. Unfortunately I can't move the seats back as that's how I get into the room. Maybe I'll give bass traps a try, i may be getting some cancellations .

@ron1264 Congrats on getting your Double Impacts and getting them broken in. A suggestion on getting better bass: the traps will certainly help, but you might want to try raising them a couple of inches and using an isolation footer/platform. Both made a major difference for me. I’m still working out room treatment options, but for now old curtains drapped over small stools behind the woofer ports are helping.

Craig, it's funny that you mentioned that the DI's have you enjoying classical music again. I've always liked classical music but never bought much of it to listen to.....having the DI's is changing that and I'm adding more classical to my collection. The DI's dynamic qualities along with their detail, refinement and tonal balance makes them perfect for classical music I would think. Perfect for any music actually. Many people assume that due to their large size, large woofers and number of drivers that the DI's are party animal speakers, yet they are as delicate and transparent as any speaker I've owned......and yes, they can rock the house too! 

Ron, congrats! Bass shouldn't be an issue at all with the DI's. Like you mine are in a similar size room with low cielings. Floor to ceiling bass traps in each corner worked wonders for me. I think once you get your room situation addressed the bass from the DI's will put a big smile upon your face. I also had the Legacy Focus SE's and found the DI's to have just as deep of bass with better quality, especially in the upper bass regions. 

David, great tip for a quick and easy bass trap.