Shindo with Devore 0/96

[lesmarshall]

I am considering the Devore 0/96 speakers with my Shindo system (monbrison/haut brion) , but I have found very little information or reviews on them. Any experience with these speakers or information would be appreciated. Thanks.

[Myles B. Astor]

I heard them at CES two years ago and was really impressed. I was even more impressed by his newer speakers he showed at CES this year and wrote about it in my show report for PFO!

[CFz]

Forum member FranklinLG has a pair of O96's with a Shindo Masseto and Sophia 300B monos and I believe he's enjoys them very much. He wrote a review linked below.

A rumble in the jungle « Get lost in analogue

I've also read on the Audiogon forums from people who have the Haut Brion and O96 combo who also found the bass to be a bit heavy.

[FranklinLG]

Originally Posted by CFz

Forum member FranklinLG has a pair of O96's with a Shindo Masseto and Sophia 300B monos and I believe he's enjoys them very much. He wrote a review linked below.

A rumble in the jungle « Get lost in analogue

I've also read on the Audiogon forums from people who have the Haut Brion and O96 combo who also found the bass to be a bit heavy.

CFz,

Thanks for the plug. And to the AA compliance police please note that I get NO revenue from the blog!

In any event, I had an opportunity to chat with Les about the concerns. I can't say that I agree with people that these are bass heavy. But I am mindful that everyone's rooms and space will have appreciable impact on any speakers performance. And these speakers are no different!

As for placement, isn't that always key? These speakers lend themselves to easy adjustment moving closer or further from the rear wall and in turn providing more or less direct bass. Since I have wood floors I have the stands (like everything else in my home) on felt pads. So they move VERY easily. I also think the felt helps provide a bit of isolation from the flooring.

In terms of listening? Well, I love these speakers and the way they resonate with the music. They are emotional and engaging. After more than 8 months with them my opinions continue to become more passionate and favorable.

But I am seriously interested in John's big brother version to this whenever that comes out. Remember, this is supposed to the the middle of the orangutan lineup. John is supposedly working on the baby brother at this time, and then will get to the big brother. So if history is any indication, I fully expect the big brother to be even more intoxicating!

In sum, highly recommended!

J

PS a few months ago I separated my HT from my audio. I still use the Os with both, but now I run separate cables to the Os for each system. The Audio is ALL tube. And the HT is SS. After about 2+months with the SS, I can say that the Os do very well with SS! I still don't use a lot of wattage, and what wattage exists with the SS is poorly implemented. A purported 95 class D watts, that is more than likely the equivalent of 30 class A watts.

[adhesiv]

I've been torn between these and the silverback for a future upgrade.

I'd like to hear both the Shindo and LM field coils too.

Will definitely make a trip up to Matt's before doing anything and would suggest you find the closest dealer to demo as well before you pull the trigger.

[NeilNZ]

I know John really likes the Haut Brion with the O/96's so you're starting with the right stuff anyway!

[fjn04]

I did own Nines, and moved to 0/96's last summer. I owned the Nines for nearly 3 years. The Nines when I bought them, were $6500. The 0/96's were nearly double the price. As one may imagine, the 0/96's are noticeably more efficient, than the very efficient Nines. Although the Nines can easily be driven w/ very low power, the 96's throw that door even wider open. I have no experience with the 88's, S/B's, or any of John's forthcoming speakers. The Nines and 0/96's are different enough, that listening tastes should dictate which you prefer. I prefer the 0/96's, which did not make the Nines any less enjoyable when I had them. I play quite a bit of pop/rock, from Neil Young & Led Zep, to The Doors & Grateful Dead. I also do alot of female vocals: Cowboy Junkies, Joni Mitchell, Eva Cassidy.... Luckily, there are several DeVore dealers who also have the Orangutan's.

[adhesiv]

Originally Posted by fjn04

I did own Nines, and moved to 0/96's last summer. I owned the Nines for nearly 3 years. The Nines when I bought them, were $6500. The 0/96's were nearly double the price. As one may imagine, the 0/96's are noticeably more efficient, than the very efficient Nines. Although the Nines can easily be driven w/ very low power, the 96's throw that door even wider open. I have no experience with the 88's, S/B's, or any of John's forthcoming speakers. The Nines and 0/96's are different enough, that listening tastes should dictate which you prefer. I prefer the 0/96's, which did not make the Nines any less enjoyable when I had them. I play quite a bit of pop/rock, from Neil Young & Led Zep, to The Doors & Grateful Dead. I also do alot of female vocals: Cowboy Junkies, Joni Mitchell, Eva Cassidy.... Luckily, there are several DeVore dealers who also have the Orangutan's.

Did you listen to the silverbacks as well before settling on the O96?

[Old Grey]

Originally Posted by adhesiv

Did you listen to the silverbacks as well before settling on the O96?

FWIW -I've heard the Orangutans at my dealer on a couple occasions and currently own the Silverbacks -I posted a few thoughts on the "show us your shindo" thread (p11 or so). Very very different in their presentation and I think the type of music you enjoy will guide you to one or the other. As for the bass, yes, I've heard it get a bit "loose" on the O/96s...how much of an issue it is for you is personal preference (like anything else). I certainly did enjoy Zeppelin on 'em though!

[lesmarshall]

Originally Posted by fjn04

I did own Nines, and moved to 0/96's last summer. I owned the Nines for nearly 3 years. The Nines when I bought them, were $6500. The 0/96's were nearly double the price. As one may imagine, the 0/96's are noticeably more efficient, than the very efficient Nines. Although the Nines can easily be driven w/ very low power, the 96's throw that door even wider open. I have no experience with the 88's, S/B's, or any of John's forthcoming speakers. The Nines and 0/96's are different enough, that listening tastes should dictate which you prefer. I prefer the 0/96's, which did not make the Nines any less enjoyable when I had them. I play quite a bit of pop/rock, from Neil Young & Led Zep, to The Doors & Grateful Dead. I also do alot of female vocals: Cowboy Junkies, Joni Mitchell, Eva Cassidy.... Luckily, there are several DeVore dealers who also have the Orangutan's.

How do you find the bass on the 0/96? Some have said they are bass heavy and placement is more critical than other Devores.