Hifisoundguy: Oh lord, the name Ryan and the speakers so handsome and gorgeous, I wish to know more about the sound, and also most importantly pricing :)
New speaker technology vs. Old speaker tech???
The following is an issue that many members may have encountered: that is, buying an old speaker (vintage 10-12 years old) vs buying a newer and more current technology created by better driver material and using for example a ribbon tweeter, vs traditional silk or aluminum tweeter.
A friend recently purchased a monitor made by Monitor Audio, GX-50 Gold series. which uses a ribbon tweeter. His other choice was a VonSchweikert VR-1, a two way small monitor hailed by many reviewer for its tight bass almost down to 40-45HZ.
I liked the Monitor Audio GX-50, but did not want to influence his final decision. However, the more I listened to them, they sounded somewhat bright and edgy on several "redbook" CD's. He liked VonSchweikert VR-1, they seemed to him more balanced and the bass had real punch. However, he opted for the MA's because he felt the newer technology overall would be more competitive in producing good and detailed sound
Like my friend, I have often get caught up by the technology of new speakers,and ignore what sounds better and satisfying regardless of the music The VR-1 are very good speakers, and usually don't last long on Audiogon when they come around for sale. However, sometimes a mystique emerges around a speaker because of its unexpected performance that elevates it beyond its spec.
Would like to get some input on this "dilemma", especially the reputation of Von Schweikert VR-1 for being "more than sum of its parts"
A friend recently purchased a monitor made by Monitor Audio, GX-50 Gold series. which uses a ribbon tweeter. His other choice was a VonSchweikert VR-1, a two way small monitor hailed by many reviewer for its tight bass almost down to 40-45HZ.
I liked the Monitor Audio GX-50, but did not want to influence his final decision. However, the more I listened to them, they sounded somewhat bright and edgy on several "redbook" CD's. He liked VonSchweikert VR-1, they seemed to him more balanced and the bass had real punch. However, he opted for the MA's because he felt the newer technology overall would be more competitive in producing good and detailed sound
Like my friend, I have often get caught up by the technology of new speakers,and ignore what sounds better and satisfying regardless of the music The VR-1 are very good speakers, and usually don't last long on Audiogon when they come around for sale. However, sometimes a mystique emerges around a speaker because of its unexpected performance that elevates it beyond its spec.
Would like to get some input on this "dilemma", especially the reputation of Von Schweikert VR-1 for being "more than sum of its parts"
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Wim1983...The RYAN R630's sound more like your listening to *LIVE MUSIC* than listening to speakers!!..And the price is only $$$5,000 !! One of the reviewers said these speakers performed like they were missing a few zeros off the price tag!! https://www.facebook.com/Ryan.Speakers.LLC |
But I heard some brightness issue on the tweeter with Ryan R610? Also it looks a bit bigger than a normal bookshelf speakers? Recently I also eyeing on Spatial Audio Hologram M3, it is cheaper and available in Malaysia too, it resonates down to 32hz...pretty amazing, but I have to audition first if possible... |
I heard the speakers in their room at the show. They were not bright, some of these amateur reviewers....jeez. I have no affiliation at all, dont own their products nor do I know them personally other than their courtesies extended while in their room: they are superb speakers, the pricing is well below what one expect. |
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