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Full range speakes for VAC 30/30 Renaissance MK III with CAT SL1 Sig Mk III preamp w NOS.

Hi. I’m presently unable to audition speakers at dealers other than trials as I must stay in a remote area. My problem with trials is that I have nothing to compare them to. Hopefully we can narrow the list down with your help. My listening room is lively and measures 18 x 36 yards yet my seats are half way down the rectangle. (On that subject I’ve wonder about moving the listening position to one end of the long wall firing across, or not?). I can also add room treatment. I’m not opposed to buying used unless I should be. I’d like to keep the price below $5K. Preferably $2,500-$3,500. I’m looking for a revealing, full range speaker. Naturally I don’t want want boomy, love air, large soundstage, and fast/ tight if possibly. I wonder if full range will be overwhelming in such a small space, yet I want to hear all of the music? I wish for a speaker that will stand on its own merits and be worthy of building a system around in the future if desired, if that’s possible at this price point. I listen to both TT and digital, mostly four man band. One of the most important attritubes I must avoid is ear fatigue as I am prone to migraine. So mellow yet revealing/ accurate and efficient? Crossover or not? Single point? Your help is very much needed and appreciated. Thank you!
ktm_300xcw
freediver
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All the reassurance I can give you is to say the ONLY way I give up my 30.1’s is to move up to 30.2’s..Everyone hears differently & every room sounds different..As long as you are not trying to rock out in the kitchen 35’ away loudness should not be an issue & if it is maybe you should consider your hearing...Read the reviews & read through threads here..As you said this is a gamble since you can't demo..Your amp is the thing,tough to match,it doesn't like big impedance swings or phase angle's....You might want to research the Verity Audio Finn..There was a pair of demo’s here recently for $3250.00..Don’t know if there around & they would be a good match..I would also stick with the orientation firing down the long axis so you can control the early reflections equally & it should help kill echo or make it easier to kill.
ktm_300xcw OP
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There are some Verity Finns for $3,000 but in white.  91dB.  Which of the two would you choose if you want want I described.  What I really want is what you described.  I wish I knew more but you certainly seem to, so what’s your suggestion please?
ktm_300xcw OP
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...and no, I won’t need to be far away listening haha.
ktm_300xcw OP
12 posts
 
Freediver,  I failed to mention that I struggle with avoiding migraines so please keep that in mind, as well as my wanting how you described your 30.1’s with your amp.   Many thanks for your time and thought.
freediver
1,368 posts
 
IMO there is very small gamble with the Harbeth..I will also go on record as to say I think that amp & those speakers will make magic..No problem reselling if you don’t like & no loss of investment..I will also say the finish is EXQUISITE,mine are book matched Ebony & the Rosewood is amazing..The Finns might be magic but tough resale...If it were me & with the fact that M30.1’s don’t come up for sale often I would grab them & give a good demo..Another point..I forsee the M30.1 could easily bring full retail price at auction in about 10 years..JMOYMMV.PS:Thinking about your room I would move a little closer,say about 10' with 10' between speakers aimed to meet about 3' behind you...A little dialing in should be all it takes to make them sing..

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