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Tekton Preview / Audition in Minneapolis

Hello everyone!  I'm intrigued by all the discussions around Tekton speakers.  But, there isn't a way to listen to a pair anywhere nearby.  I've messaged a few members who are in the area with Tektons to see if they would support an audition, but got no replies.  

So, I'm thinking about how to do it.  I'd be interested in the Double Impacts, or the Electron (mini Double Impacts).   I'd like to compare them to my existing speakers, B&W 803N.  Is anyone in MN also interested in the Tektons?  

My thought is that maybe I could order a set, set them up to audition next to my existing speakers, and invite others to listen as well.  Would anyone in the area be up for such a demo, and help me with the costs associated if we end up not liking them?  So, if you like them and want them, you can buy the pair I have, or order your own set.  If we don't like them, we send them back and share in the cost to send them back.  Would you be willing to contribute something to the return shipping if we send them back?  If we end up keeping them, we don't have any cost.   My interest would be to keep them if they are as good as people say.  I'll cover the up-front costs and deal with the return if necessary.

We could consider the DIs or Electrons or something else that's of interest to you.  My thinking is that the DIs are probably the better of the two, but may just be too imposing on my space.  If the Electrons are good enough (better than the 803s), based on size, those are the ones I'd choose.  But, if the DIs are that good, maybe I can see past the imposing size of them.  

So, who would be interested?  Reply here, or PM.

My associated equipment for the audition:
- Primaluna Dialogue Premium HP with EL34 tubes
- Musical Surroundings NOVA II phono preamp
- JVC VL8 turntable with Dynavector 10x5 cartridge
- good quality interconnects and speaker cables.

Steve

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rc22
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If I were anywhere near you, I'd participate.  I had the same idea but took no action posting it.   Kudos to you.  Good chance this idea may catch on as there are many of us who wish to experience Tektons.  Your plan spreads the price of returning them iand also the chore of unpacking, setting up and repacking for return if no one likes them enough to keep them.  The plan makes so much sense.  BTW, I'm also more intrested in the Electron (or Brilliance) over the DI.

Good luck
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soundermn OP
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Thanks for the good karma!  I do have one person so far who's interested.  I'm not in a rush, so hopefully some others will find us, and we'll plan something in a few weeks.
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bullitt5094
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I can tell you they sound much better in every way than my long loved B&W 804s if that helps any. I was surprised and continue to be amazed.
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soundermn OP
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@bullitt5094 thanks for sharing that.  I noticed in another thread that you also had B&Ws.  I have 803N.  I know the 804s have less bass response than the 803s, based on number of drivers and the bigger cabinet.  Other than that, what difference do you hear in the DIs versus your 804s?
david_ten
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@soundermn   When I posted it said the thread had been removed. I'm glad I rechecked.

I think you have a good plan. If that doesn't work out or if you are unable to audition at a current owner's home, here's what I recommend:

Go with the Double Impact first, in the basic black finish. If for some reason it doesn't work for you or if you find you like it enough to consider an upgrade / custom color then the soft black finish should be easy to sell locally, since you live in a large metro area. There is much higher demand for the DI and the black color is ordered often.
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