Rockport Avior 2 vs Wilson Sasha DAW

@carey1110

Different models and series within Magico all have different sonic characters. I’ve heard from people that the lower end Magico speakers (under $40k/pair) tend to be somewhat forward accurate & a bit analytical and of course highly depending on the electronics they’re paired with and your listening room. But the top of the line Magico M series such as the M3 & M6 are completely different.

I happen to own a pair of Magico M6 myself and they aren’t analytical at all, far from it. They are very musical very fluid. I pair them with the Naim Statement NAP S1 monoblock amps + Naim Statement NAC S1 linestage analog preamp.

I’ve never heard the Wilson Sasha DAW before but have heard other Wilson Audio speakers such as the Sasha ll, Sabrina, Alexis ll & Alexx. The Alexx were by far my favorite Wilson speakers although the Wilson Wamm are most likely the best Wilson speakers but I have yet to hear the Wamm. But the Alexx are smaller version of the Wamm and they share pretty much same DNA and similar design concept. I used to own a pair of Wilson Alexx before the Magico M6 and the Magico M6 are quite a bit better imo but cost a lot more than the big Wilson Alexx.

IMO the Wilson Sabrina & Sasha ll were very neutral and forward sounding speakers and excel in details & resolution. When I heard the Sasha ll they were driven by a pair of ARC tube monoblock amps & ARC tube preamp and they were still somewhat forward.
However I have yet to hear the Sasha DAW but will be psyched to hear them one day at my local dealer that happens to be a Wilson Audio dealer.

Thanks, Carey - from my auditions this year:

1. Neither the Wilson or Rockport has any brightness or harshness. I don't know how Andy Payor does it in the latter. 

2. Rockport has superior tone with tighter, articulate bass. Best ported bass I've auditioned.

3. Dynamics much better with Wilson. I'd say imaging and soundstage are comparable. 

Good luck with your decision!

Thank you. I hear they both need pretty good power to drive them. Also heard the Rockport may need to be out in the room a little more that the Wilson. Did you happen to notice that. 

@carey1110  

Which speakers did you decide on buying? What are your electronics and cablings? 

I have spectral, Krell, and Rowland. Haven’t made my final decision but leaning toward the Wilson. Going back for another listen.