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Have l become unstable?

I’ve always had nice audiophile quality gear and now I’m considering moving to something that’s capable of giving me an “auditory triple-bypass” if so inclined; the ATC 40 SCMA active paired with my JL e-110 sub.  I’m mostly not a volume listener, but find Buddy Guy too polite through Manley Mahi monoblocks and Merlin monitors.  Will I lose the great micro detail, imaging and sound stage depth I enjoy now?

Thanks for contemplative input.

Naim UnitiServe, Naim DAC 1, Shunyata Valhalla digital cable, Manley Neo-Classic pre with upgraded tubes to include Takatsuki 300B, Mahi Mahi monoblocks with upgraded tubes, Decware cabling, Merlin Black Magic monitors on Sound Organisation massed stands.
celtic66
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celander
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I own a set of ATC SCM-20A active monitors. They replaced Dunlavy SCIVa’s powered by one of a variety of amps and speaker cable combinations. I never turned back. Simpler is better. No longer do I need or worry about the adequacy of speaker cabling or amps. 

Your ATC choice is a good one; I believe your will likely enjoy improved sound reproduction. But I agree with @whart, listen to your candidate speakers, preferably in your home audio listening room before deciding. 
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lowrider57
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Whart, I believe the disorder would be Neurosis. Something that many audiophiles experience.
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audiotroy
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The ATC SCM 40 are fantastic loudspeakers  and are very dynamic. The issue with your current setup is not enough power to get you the dynamics and liveness you crave.

The ATC three way have a better image, with a stunning midrange that is neutral and clean, good treble detail. 

We became an ATC dealer after hearing the active SCM 40.

Dave and Troy
Audio Doctor NJ


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oranfoster
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Hello Celtic,
    I'm listening to my ATC 40's right now, but in my case they are the somewhat unusual ATC HTS40's, the same as the SCM 40's but in an on wall configuration. Powered by an Accuphase E-470 with a pair of the small but tight JL Audio Dominion D-108's, they freakin' rock. What can I say? Sometimes I love to open them up and just get carried away. Today it's a selection of Reggae and holy crap, you can't go wrong with ATC if you get that occasional urge to hear some live music right in your own house. Get those ATC's and let us know what you think!
~Oran

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