The $27,900 disappointment? Wilson Audio Watt Puppy 8 issues.

As I mentioned in my previous post, I own the Watt Puppy 8s, which I bought used.  I listened to them before I bought them and I was impressed with the sound.  I like bass, imaging, and clean highs, and I believe the W/P 8s deliver that.  The diffraction pad foam had deteriorated, so, I contacted Wilson and bought a new set, which seems to be some kind of wool type material.  I wonder why GR research did not do the same thing.  I mean why not try the updated perfect fitting diffraction pads from Wilson before making your own?  I also bought new resistors from Wilson and replaced them.   There is something nice to be said about a company that supports replacement parts for their speakers from 2011.  It is also something I really like about McIntosh.  Here is a pic of my W/P with the new perfect fitting diffraction pads from Wilson. 

If you like the sounds of the Wilson's, that is the prime value. The Wilson's I have heard sounded not very good to me, when listening in a demo or showroom. But in the home where they are set up somewhat decently, they are a hard to beat speaker. Excellent sound. And that is where it really matters, in your listening space.

fyi, Here is cool pic.  I have the new James Gang SACD cranked on the song "Bomber" as high as my ears can stand it.  You can see the meter on the C2300.  BTW, that remastered SACD sounds like it was recorded yesterday.  it is outstanding, and the bass is fantastic.   There is not a ripple or even the slightest movement in that glass of water.  W/P 8 with GAIA I footer on a hardwood floor on top of a cement foundation.  I feel lots of punch with those 2 Mc275s. 

@hjdca  Wilson claims the Watt and Puppy should be measured together.  How is that going to change the response from 200 Hz up?  Strange claim.

If you have the right power amp for the Wilson’s they will perform. Last year Axpona Quintessense audio were using Dan Agostino gear. First time I realize how good the Wilson’s .