Opinions please


I am looking at the following speakers as an upgrade to my current speakers (PSB Gold Is) and would appreciate any comments on them:

Montana EPX (used)
Dunlavy Cantata (demo)
Tyler Linbrook Sig System (new)
Dynaudio Contour 3.3 (demo)

I've heard the Dunlavy's and Contour 3.3s in other systems. I liked the 3.3s more, but I'm wondering if they are worth the additional money. I have not heard the Linbrooks or EPXs, but I have read nothing but favorable comments on them. They also cost more than the Cantatas, but again, I question whether I will get the return on my expenditure.

My room is approx 2400 cu ft. and I have an Aragon 4004 amp and an AI Mod 3A preamp.

Thanks for your help.

Woody
woody_1029e403
Thanks for the replies guys.

It appears as though the Montanas are the choice, provided I have the proper electronics. So, what would be a good amp to use with the Montanas?

The Dyns were very, very good IMO, so how are the Montanas better? Can you guys elaborate?

Thanks.

Woody

I think you have to hear the EPX with high quality ancillary parts. I ran my EPS with CJ 8xs triode monos. The EPX is a step up in all areas,starting with the bass. The 3.3 needs a quailty SS amp.So you have choices on where you want to go. A good front end is not negotiable.The best speakers need the best;fed to them.---Or, you could buy them,use them with what U got, and never know---.
I guess I will take a different viewpoint to many of the other posters... I believe there is nothing wrong with your front-end at all... Aragon's older amps are fine, IMO (the newer ones aren't too bad either). I really don't believe you are missing much (if anything) there.

As for speakers, I prefer the Linbrook Signature System to all except the Montanas, as I have not heard them. I will say that the Linbrooks are going to be tough for the Montanas to beat though (even though I am sure they sound superb), as the Tylers have tremendous high quality low bass that few speakers can touch anywhere near their price range. That coupled with a crystal clear midrange and natural sounding highs make them a good choice to my ears. I power mine with a Cary Preamp and Aragon amp, and the combo works just fine, BTW.

Good luck... They are all good speakers,

---Dave
I do NOT believe that the Linbrook Signature System (very good) can sound better than the Montana EPX. I would love to purchase a pair of used EPX's. If you don't purchase them please email me where I could pick up a used pair in very good condition.
Best regards...