I am using all Oceanics as well, but without the Rhodium. All are Statements, one is silver, one gold. The differences are subtle, but I would still love to hear the rhodium version. The original is on my Klyne preamp, the Gold on my Plinius amp, and the Silver on my AMR CD. That seems to be where the fit best in my system.
I have a friend here who is very well informed and widely experience who had no luck using the BMI's. That is the exception to my knowledge, but there is always something to be said for synergy and aural taste. YMMV!
To my ear, the Oceanics are very neutral, extremely natural, quiet and very detailed without being etched or aggressive. They offer a pace and a presence that is very lifelike, open, and accurate. The Oceanics are the best I have heard and seem well suited for all my need and applications on my power, front end and source gear.
That said, I have never heard the Kraken, but have heard good things about it....I can't help but alway hear "RELEASE THE KRAKEN!" resonating in a Scottish brogue in the back of my mind.
As long as we're enjoying the tunes and finding it fun, the path is the right one!
I have a friend here who is very well informed and widely experience who had no luck using the BMI's. That is the exception to my knowledge, but there is always something to be said for synergy and aural taste. YMMV!
To my ear, the Oceanics are very neutral, extremely natural, quiet and very detailed without being etched or aggressive. They offer a pace and a presence that is very lifelike, open, and accurate. The Oceanics are the best I have heard and seem well suited for all my need and applications on my power, front end and source gear.
That said, I have never heard the Kraken, but have heard good things about it....I can't help but alway hear "RELEASE THE KRAKEN!" resonating in a Scottish brogue in the back of my mind.
As long as we're enjoying the tunes and finding it fun, the path is the right one!