Dunlavy SC IV or Merlin VSM M

Update. Pulled the trigger on the Merlin VSM M. I don't have the BAM installed yet, waiting on interconnects, and I'm pleased already. There's only one problem. The Ice blue clashes with the rest of the room. Looks like I'm going to have to redecorate.:)

I see Bobby's advertising paid off.

Or maybe it is just his uncommon committment, belief in his product and willingness to help. How many manufacturers' would offer the same degree of advice and council on a used pair of speakers 11-12 years old? After all, he isn't selling the guy a new pair of his speakers. Obviously Rrog you have never dealt with him and if you had I doubt you would have made that comment.

The Dunlavy's are really superb speakers, I've heard them several times in several different settings and I liked them very much to the point I seriously considered them many years back but for their size and placement considerations. Again, both are valid choices but the Merlin's overall would probably be more practical for most applications.

Advertising works, which is why people buy it. Bobby's presence on these forums is smart business. It also reflects an effort that few manufacturers (Ralph at Atmasphere notably among the exceptions) are willing to make. His line may be more aggresive than most, but evryone here can take that FWIW. I say, tip your hat to the guy.

Whatever you make of Bobby, the bottom line for the OP is that he bought a speaker that has fiercely loyal following as well as a fair # of sceptics. Once he lives with 'em for a while, the OP will learn which camp he is in and whether he made a smart choice - which is always the case.

people who didn't hear a Merlin VSM M don't know what there missing.