The best speaker you ever heard?

Hi Bifwynne,

Agree...and there are loads of speakers out there we could all name that are "better" than the "25" that made the list. I actually only commenting on how well Wilson did. I do like the 3 speakers named, particularly the Alexandria. I have not heard anything i prefer, though i am curious about the Rockport Arrakis and the Genesis Statement which i have heard are stunning.

Lloyd, on whim and fancy, audition the Paradign S8s v2 or v3 (w/ Be tweeters). Make sure they are presented fairly and that they are driven with good electronics. I think you might be surprised at how much they do right and how little they don't. Probably the major weakness is crisp deep bass. That's an easy fix with a Paradigm Signature servo sub, or a next generation Sub 25. I'm not tellin ya they're better than the Wilsons, or any other speaker per se. All I'm saying is they are worth a fair listen in a good room with good equipment. IMHO

Lloyd, there's a high end dealer nearby who sells Wilsons. At some point, I really should treat myself to an audition.

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Hi Bifwynne,

Thanks for that...i helped my brother buy Paradigms floorstanders (Silver Signature) and they are very, very good.

As for Wilsons, they too need to be set up properly and with good electronics. Sashas will sound good with many things but not special. Watts can sound downright sterile with some equipment, and Maxx1 or 2's as well. Maxx 3s are exceptional speakers, and Alexandrias are world-class...but again, set up "so so" and you will be impressed but not for the money. Set up right, and most people will never forget the experience.

enjoy and pls post when you hear.