Wilson’s Alexx V vs Alexandria XLF

Hi carey1110~

I thought I might chime in here...

I agree with most of the comments posted, especially with your own 'gut' responses that the XLF's will likely get you exactly what you're looking for.

Their physical presence and the ability to 'pressurize' that large, open space will be remarkable, although I believe every speaker system in your size room will benefit from a world class Subwoofer. If there were any way you could experience both models in the space at the same time (unlikely, of course) I don't believe there would be any doubt between the two. The larger XLF's~

I'm not one to get caught up in the latest technology when it comes to speakers and frankly, as capable as Daryl is, David was the catalyst and anything developed in his presence was as good as it could be at the price point. Don't worry about when they were built.

For my money, hands down, I think the space deserves a speaker the size and capability of the XLF.

For that matter, why not a Mint pair of the Alexandria's? (Shameless plug)

Best of luck in your search and when it's all said and sung... you will love whatever you end up with...

Best regards,

Jim

Jim Gray Designs

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@carey1110 

my experience with Wilson Sabrina that can most likely be applied in your case

1. the farther away they are from the front wall the better the bass quality - these rear ported speakers need room to breathe

2. placement and toe in - I’d start with setting speakers 8’ apart measured from center to center of tweeter. Toe in to shoulders or even direct to ears. 
 

The Sabrinas sound much bigger than their physical size. I would expect the Alexx V to be similar in this regard. Will the bigger speakers fill the space better? Yes. But are you sure you have reached the full potential with your current setup? 

Also…if you are missing fullness and bass at lower volumes with the Alexx V to me that includes your current amplifiers may not be the right match. Wilsons go down to 2ohm and that can cause phase shifts with amps that aren’t stable or don’t have enough juice at 2ohms. You will most likely face the exact same issue at lower volumes with bigger speakers. 

The room and set up is 50% of the sound - at all price levels.

Classic example here.

As stated, optimize the set up first and foremost.  If this is not possible, forget it.

Happy listening!

When buying Wilson speakers, either new or certified preowned from an authorized dealer, they will come to your home and set them up. During that setup, the dealer would/should recommend any room or system improvements which would enhance the speaker's integration. I went that route when I acquired my Alexia's and could not be happier.