Perhaps, the fact that it was a short listening period is key. The beauty of the Alto, which I feel is extremely musical, is that it doesn't bring attention to any one element ... just the music. So maybe the fact that the bass didn't hit you in the face was important for long-term enjoyment. These speakers will never be fatiguing, but will not knock the socks off your friends especially after they hear the price. Like a huge electrostatic panel, I find their is a disconnect between their physical presence and amazing transparency. I was listening to the White Stripes on them on Saturday and felt they could certainly rock. but perhaps a big American speaker would be more appropriate ???
JMlab Utopia Alto vs Wilson Sophia vs Revel Studio
I am considering pairing the JMLab Utopia Alto Be's with SImaudio Moon P-5/W-5/NOVA preamp, amp, and CDP. I have listened repeatedly and love the system. I just wonder whether it is a bit too refined for rock.
However, before I commit to that kind of cash for the speakers, I want to some other well reviewed speakers. However, locally I don't have a Wilson Audio or Revel dealer. In fact, there probably isn't one less than 800 air miles. But, I travel a lot.
How would anyone compare the Alto to the Wilson Sophia or the Revel Ultima Studio. What are the pluses and minuses of these various speakers. Does anyone have any experience with direct comparisons. WHat about synergies with the Simaudio equipment ? I wll probably get a chance to listen to the WIlson and Revel next month on the road.
As a reference I listen primarily to rock: lately a lot of British rock: Radiohead, Coldplay, Travis, Muse, Starsailor, along with U2, R.E.M., Beck, Ryan Adams, Strokes, White Stripes plus a lot of female artists: Natalie Merchant, PJ Harvey, Aimee Mann, Norah Jones, Sarah MacLauglhin
However, before I commit to that kind of cash for the speakers, I want to some other well reviewed speakers. However, locally I don't have a Wilson Audio or Revel dealer. In fact, there probably isn't one less than 800 air miles. But, I travel a lot.
How would anyone compare the Alto to the Wilson Sophia or the Revel Ultima Studio. What are the pluses and minuses of these various speakers. Does anyone have any experience with direct comparisons. WHat about synergies with the Simaudio equipment ? I wll probably get a chance to listen to the WIlson and Revel next month on the road.
As a reference I listen primarily to rock: lately a lot of British rock: Radiohead, Coldplay, Travis, Muse, Starsailor, along with U2, R.E.M., Beck, Ryan Adams, Strokes, White Stripes plus a lot of female artists: Natalie Merchant, PJ Harvey, Aimee Mann, Norah Jones, Sarah MacLauglhin
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