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Beginning to believe....
Well, I'm a little over 1 mo away from decision time on the the XLF. When I first became aware of the possibility of having enough money to purchase an XLF, frankly, I thought there was little actual chance. Things have changed. I still have one or two hoops to jump through successfully, though.
There were so many issues I couldn't even begin to go into them on the forum. So I won't. But here's the question: The new Maxx will almost certanily be coming out in 2015. I really like the sound of my Maxx/Thor combo right now. Should I wait or should I purchase now? I can see the headline, "New Maxx beats XLF". So assuming I have the money (which I do) should I purchase the XLF or wait on the new Maxx? I bet the new Maxx will be a world beater. Advice would be much appreciated. |
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Why would you think the a new Maxx will outperform a XLF?
Unless they also add increased adjustability to the a new Maxx in addition to new drivers/crossovers, it will still be easier to tweak a XLF (or X2) in difficult rooms or situations. |
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You know they will add increased adjustability, IMO. They greatly improved Alexia's adjustability over the Maxx3. That's why it sounds so good. In addtion, I know the new Maxx will work in my room, based on the fact that I get superb sound from the old one. I don't mind waiting. I am playing devil's advocate. Last edited by Charles; 12-05-2013 at 10:27 AM. Reason: Add thought |
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It's a huge problem for me. Once I hand over that check my first thought going out the door will be "you fool, you should have waited." What's your advice?
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In 2015 you'll be wondering if you should wait for the XLF update -- something better is always on the horizon. I went through the same dilemma last month when I purchased the Sashas just prior to the Sasha 2 announcement but bought them anyway and never regretted it. I'd go with what you can afford now.
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Now that's a whole different issue. Peter McGrath said that the Alexia will actually perform better than the XLF in certain rooms. If your room is not suited for an XLF, you should stick with the Maxx.
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Charles
If money was no issue I would go with the XLF's. That said if you have other audio items you might want to upgrade then Alexia's a 1/4 the price or waiting for a new Maxx and about 1/3-1/2 of the price might me good. I would never push someone towards a purchase as large as the XLF unless they would never have buyers regret on spending that amount on speakers. |
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