Xiekitchen, I listed my speakers in the order of my preference.
Ive have only been in this hobby for about a year now, and can not give you what I would consider an experienced review.
But I really do like the Epicure 3.0's. I was lucky to find these on eBay just a few blocks from my house. When I picked them up I was surprised to see the cabinets in mint shape, and was devastated as I watched the foam surrounds on the 6 drivers deteriorate before my eyes within a half hour. This ended up being my first re-foam project.
I have not had them very long, just a few months. But they have quickly moved towards the top of my list. They have a very tight and clear sound, with more than sufficient base. I have so far been very impressed with them.
As far as sound goes, I feel they are my best sounding speaker. The only reason I list the Ohms higher, is for the presented soundstage. The Ohms just work like magic in my listening environment. They are the only speaker I own that can present a sound stage regardless of my position in the room. The Epicures do sound better if I am seated in there sweet spot.
Ive have only been in this hobby for about a year now, and can not give you what I would consider an experienced review.
But I really do like the Epicure 3.0's. I was lucky to find these on eBay just a few blocks from my house. When I picked them up I was surprised to see the cabinets in mint shape, and was devastated as I watched the foam surrounds on the 6 drivers deteriorate before my eyes within a half hour. This ended up being my first re-foam project.
I have not had them very long, just a few months. But they have quickly moved towards the top of my list. They have a very tight and clear sound, with more than sufficient base. I have so far been very impressed with them.
As far as sound goes, I feel they are my best sounding speaker. The only reason I list the Ohms higher, is for the presented soundstage. The Ohms just work like magic in my listening environment. They are the only speaker I own that can present a sound stage regardless of my position in the room. The Epicures do sound better if I am seated in there sweet spot.