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Now I am in a Delimma

So, yesterday I stopped by a Hi Fi store here in Socal because this particular dealer was the only that had  the Luxman SQ-N150.

I wanted to take a look at it and hear it if possible. It's small but a really nice looking piece.

Well the dealer hooked up the Luxman to a pair of Klipsch Heresy IV's. He played a couple of tracks from Qobuz running through a Goldnote DAC.

I had not heard any of the Klipsch Heritage line before or any other speakers that fall within the same type of presentation.

More than the Luxman, I think it's the speakers that really affected me.

As I have read before, they have that really forward in your face, Live type of presentation!

As I left the store after the demo, I thought to myself, Holy Crap, now I have to hear these speakers at home.

So, as I always do, when I get home, I play the same tracks on my system (I had Shazam'd them while I was in the store) to compare.

Now mind you, the same tracks on my system does not sound bad in anyway but definitely did not have the same in your face experience like the Heresy's had.

I am feeling I really liked that sound and am starting to feel that music on my system sounds dull now.

Man, why did I have to hear those.

The only way I am going to be satisficed now is to get those speakers and try them out myself. 

Dammit.

Jay


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jay73 OP
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Thanks for all the great feedback and suggestions!

I have some things now to think about.

The amp that I have right now is a Vincent SV-500 Hybrid Integrated paired to Martin Logan Motion 40's.

As I mentioned before, nothing wrong with what I have and have enjoyed hours of great music but those Heresy's definitely grabbed my attention.

Perhaps I should order them from Crutchfield since they have a 60 Day return hassle free.

kren0006
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Not seeing the dilemma here...just get the speakers!
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arcticdeth
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if you had a revelation, if the hair stood up on your back neck, and arms, you felt goosebumpy all over from what you heard, then I too would say go for it. 
  If the funds are available and affordable, take a more serious look at that setup, go back for a 2nd listen, and a third, if you still hear and have a “wow factor” I would consider the purchase. Not everyday you get that “feeling” about “listening” to a stereo setup. 

 Happened to me several times, and that is how, and why I purchased the speakers I have now. From going back ,....being drawn back to them at a stereo shop. 
Make sure it’s the sound you want.  If so, start saving, or walk in ask to listen again, ask the salesman if he has a sharp pencil, and see what he says about prices when you seem very interested, but are not sure............

good luck.

     
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charles1dad
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@jay73,
I strongly support the idea of getting the speakers via Crutchfield for an in your system audition. The ability to hear them in your listening space is without question the best method. Your amplifier-Herseys-your room all interacting.   This is superior to a dealer showroom experience. If possible try to get the beautiful Luxman SQ-N 150 into your home as well.
Charles
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jay73 OP
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Are there any suggestions on Speakers that are smaller (speakers that maybe put on a stand) that come close to the sound of the Heresy for around the same price or below?

Or perhaps any other speakers in general besides the ones that have already been suggested in this thread.

Thanks
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