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Why People Like Tekton

I saw this You Tube clip yesterday and I really think this guy gave one of the most well-reasoned explanations of why some people gave up their hyper-detailed "audiophile" speakers for Tekton.  I've never heard them myself, but I think the same reasoning applies to many other brands like Harbeth, Spendor, Wharfdale, etc.  I personally feel the way he does, but I think he expressed it better than I would have.  Eventually, at some point in the journey, you may get tired of listening to the singer's saliva and chairs creaking and just want to relax and hear music in a more natural manner.and not with your ear 6" from the singer's mouth.  Or maybe you do.  Anyway - take a watch if you have the time.  And I'm guessing most of you do. 

 

chayro
dtximages
365 posts
 

I’ve owned the Double Impacts (both regular and SE versions) along with KEF Reference 5, KEF 107, Wilson Watt Puppy 5.1, and Duntech Crown Prince. I love the Tektons comparatively. The KEF Reference 5 was more detailed but came across as brighter at the same time, probably because I listen quite loud.  The Wilson was very bright and detailed and I got sick of fussing with them about placement.  Sold.  The older I get the more I like a laid back sound that can still rock.. Bye to big horns, the Tekton is more pleasant at higher volumes with just as much kick A. Now, the KEF 107 tones down the detail a bit but has it’s own beauty that is similar to the Tekton and a deep soundstage. Of all these, I probably would rank in this order of audio happiness:

Duntech Crown Prince

Tekton Double Impact SE (maybe regular version too)

KEF 107

KEF Reference 5

Wilson Watt Puppy 5.1 (titanium tweeters)

tsushima1
1,165 posts
 

Ride Of The Valkyrie section actually made be burst out laughing 

 

 

almosthome
42 posts
 

 

femoore12
383 posts

Buy what sounds good to you. Don't care what anyone else thinks. 

jasonbourne52
1,533 posts

The best speaker is the one YOU like!

 

These two posts sum it up quite well, at least for me. If you have a 200$ all-in-one from Voldmort and think it sounds good, then guess what - it's good to the only person that matters.

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larry5729
1,008 posts
 

i would never consider Tekton because of the ugly factor.  We have a beautiful living room and they would goober up the look.  I listened to a pair of Revel Performa speakers.  They really were detailed and lively.  I also like my Harmon Kardon sound system in my car.

bstatmeister
537 posts
 

The DI are big, ugly, and look intimidating in your living room, but if you can handle that they will send in missiles of pure sonic bliss straight into your ear canals.

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