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An upgrade ? From Sonus Faber to Harberh speaker

Hi fellow audiogon forumers.  Of late, I scouted an used Harbeth C7ES2 speaker.  Was wondering if this would be ideal to replace my 17 years old Sonus Faber Concertino Domus ?

Generally , I listen to vocals,  jazz, classical and few new age music, warm and musical at low volume listening are my preference.

I have read through some past review on Audiogon and other websites.  C7ES2 is a mostly acceptable and recognised full range speaker.

If you have similar path experience, would like to hear your advise and sharing. 

Cheers

auronthas
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jjss49
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c7 will provide better bass response, but has similar sonic profile

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akg_ca
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Depends on what you have driving them upstream.

The philosophy is clear. An affordable speaker with decent amplification and source makes more sense than an expensive speaker with a cheap amp and source.

 

ryder
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I am not familiar with Sonus Faber Concertino Domus but switched from the Sonus Faber Grand Piano Concerto to a Harbeth many years ago. i don’t have experience with the C7ES2 but have listened to the C7ES3. I don’t know how the C7ES2 compare to the ES3 but the latter was said to be a better sounding speaker.

Personally I would suggest to go with the C7ES3 if you can find a used pair. The Harbeth C7ES3 sounds more balanced, refined and detailed than the Sonus Faber. I find the Sonus Faber Grand Piano Concerto to be rolled off in the treble and lacks clarity and detail. The SF sounds overly warm but matches well with upfront and/or bright sounding amps such as the Krell KAV-300i. The guy who bought my Grand Piano Concerto uses a KAV-300i and the match between the Krell and Sonus Faber was pretty good.

ghdprentice
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Typically older Sonus Faber of that era were a bit warm and less detailed. Todays Sonus Faber are still extremely natural and musical, but with outstanding detail, exceptional speakers. My dealer / friend sells both and by far prefers Sonus Faber. I have owned Cremona, Olympica 3, and currently Amati Traditional. I have heard speakers many times the cost of mine… I consistently value the natural musicality of Sonus Faber.

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