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Goldenear Reference Vs. Focal Sopra #2.....pocket the $5k difference and don't look back?

I've listened to both, and each has its pluses and minuses. Unfortunately, I can't listen to them side by side as they are at different dealers.  :-( 
I listen to a lot of classic rock and I'm not sure the Focals are up for the challenge. The Refs sound a bit fuller (to my ears) and I think adapt better to rock music....especially with the built in subs. 
Obviosly the Focal are GORGEOUS and sound incredible...but for $5k ish more?

Im looking to buy one or the other in the next 30 days. Any advise or input would be helpful.

Thx

jnc
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oddiofyl
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Pete is a good guy,  I’ve purchased a few items from those guys ... it’s a shame they are closing their brick and mortar.  

That certainly says says a lot about Golden Ears Tritons for you to take a leap of faith like that.  Enjoy
tuxedocat
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If you want a great all around speaker that sound even better than both of those options, than consider the Tekton double impacts and save yourself an additional $5.5k over the goldenears...And, they are made in the U.S.A
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gdhal
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I just love when first time posters on the forum are able to offer such insightful information, irrespective of whether or not the information is accurate or inaccurate.
tuxedocat
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what qualifies someone as a purveyor of accuracy in something as subjective as loudspeaker evaluation. I gave my subjective opinion ..I am an un-jaded first time poster who hasnt been influenced by reviewers or flavor of the month hype.

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gdhal
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what qualifies someone as a purveyor of accuracy in something as subjective as loudspeaker evaluation. I gave my subjective opinion ..I am an un-jaded first time poster who hasnt been influenced by reviewers or flavor of the month hype.
Fair enough. Welcome to the forum. FWIW, I’m also influenced by my own two ears and measurement data, especially when (in the case of speakers) the measurements are performed in an anechoic chamber (and in which case are objective).

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