Dazed & Confused


Listening to mostly jazz, solo instruments and vocals I find my Martin Logan Spire hybrids to sound awesome, but recently I was listening to some both "Busy" 90’s rock and classical (lots of instruments playing loudly together) and I find the music starts to sound garbled and annoying (to bright), so much so, I turn it off.
I was wondering if you all might have some suggestions on some speakers that would be a little more forgiving with busy/loud music that I could possibly switch over to when listening to different types of music. That is unless I can find speakers that can handle all styles of music, then I would consider taking the hit ($$$) on selling the Spires.

Without getting into room size and dynamics, lets just call it a standard room, I was also looking for something more efficient. The Spires need a huge amount of power (and volume) to sound good. Looking more for something I can listen to loud but also still enjoy the music at a much lower volume if that’s at all possible. Neutral and not to bright.
Living in the sticks, I can’t just jump in the car to go demo speakers. Only once, in the past, did I purchase a set of speakers online and unheard, going solely on the sales person’s recommendations. I learned the hard way to never do that again!

Equipment now: Coda CSiB integrated amp with W4S 2v2 SE Dac running Roon Nucleus.

I also wanted to mention that the Spires have phenomenal base, so much so I sold the 2 subs I was originally using with them. Floor standers and bookshelfs have come along way in SQ these days, but if I need to purchase another set of subs the budget is starting to dwindle.

No vinyl or CD’s, just Tidal.

$3,000 - $5000 budget, new or newer demos.

Thanks for any suggestions or advice you may have to offer!
Paul
high-amp

high-amp OP43 posts   11-21-2019 9:03am

Washington yes, but the state. Son lives in LA, maybe one day?

Sure. 
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Antero speakers are small and very easy to handle unlike big speakers. Set up is very easy due to the clear and transparent sound signature. All Wavetouch speakers are least influenced by Room acoustics due to Wavetouch technology. Don't need much breaking in period with my speakers. You only need one day to evaluate Antero speaker. **All wires (in the right direction) don't need more than 1 day to burn in. All caps and resistors are ran more than 200 hours before insert to the cabinet. Your only risk is about $30 ups fee to return. I'll send you a return tag. My UPS account is about 30-40% lower than regular account. 
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Thank you Alex, I will consider your kind offer.
Do your speakers come in any other finishes, such as white?

high-amp OP44 posts 11-21-2019 12:29pm

Thank you Alex, I will consider your kind offer.
Do your speakers come in any other finishes, such as white?

No White. Only natural color wood cabinet with the Tong oil. This Russian Baltic Birch doesn't take paint or dye. The color becomes deeper and golden brown year after year.
Alex / wavetouch audio

Short and sweet: I was in love with my old Boston Acoustics T830s for decades. I still respect the hell out of them for natural reproduction of all genres. However, about 3 years ago I replaced them with Canton Ergo 1200DCs. My search is over. Even compared them with Vandersteen  Treo CTs costing boatload more. My search is over. YMMV

PS: I still can't bring myself to part with the BAs. They sit off to the side in my basement. Every once in a while I hook 'em back up. What a great price to performance ratio. Too bad my kids don't appreciate this stuff. I am looking for someone who can really enjoy great speakers. Guess I'll have to consider setting up a system in my garage.

Thanks for sharing 2channel8 

Looks like the 1200DC is no longer in production. They now offer the 690, 670 & the 620DC in the Ergo series. Looks like they may be difficult to test drive on this side of the pond?