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Focal Kanta 2 vs Revel F228Be

Regretfully there is not a Focal dealer in my area to compare it to Revel F228Be, which I've listened to. My system consists of Luxman M900u amp, C900u preamp, Luxman D-06u digital, and Clearaudio Ovation turntable. Room is 13'x15'x8'. I listen to all types of music.

I would appreciate comments from anyone who has had an opportunity to compare them both. I am not limiting my self to the two, but this would help to narrow my choices. I am in a market to replace my 1996 B&W 802 Matrix. Thank you.
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erik_squires
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The Revels tend to be more laid back while the Focal's and modern B&W's share some of that upper end detail.
Also, Revels are great off-axis. Focals tend to be narrow seating speakers.
kw6
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Why don't you save up a bit more and listen to a pair of Magico A3. When I listened to Kanta 2 I could hear sounds coming out separately from each driver. With solid state it's lean sounding too.
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jmarshak
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I am on the same track with @kw6 . I’ve auditioned both the Kanta 2 and F228Be in the past. They are both nice (don’t get me wrong). But I think your awesome electronics can command higher fidelity speakers.  Focal Scala, come to mind for your room. Yep, I can understand if cost is an issue.
Cheers!
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steve59
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I like the mids and highs from the kanta's but not much bass, the revels I think I would consider for a HT system but tbh I wouldsn't spend that much on ht. 
I agree that at $10k these aren't the best speakers available and scratched them off my list after listening to them. 
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yale1 OP
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Thank you all for your comments. Today I've listened to Magoco A3. It is likely they will be my choice.
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