Where do I start? speakers!!!

[trponhunter]

william13 - where do you live?

[william13]

I live in Palm Beach

[Haurock]

Originally Posted by william13

I guess it is not macho to admit being overwhelmed but I just entered the speaker market and the choices are endless and "up to personal preference". Seems almost like picking a suit. I will be needing speakers for McIntosh MT10, McIntosh c2300, and Mcintosh mc275 VI. My budget is 10-20K. I know I have to get out and audition things but there is not a lot of options in my area. Is there a big 5 list out there somewhere. A list that everyone would agree its "good". Within this list I will not be asking which one is better. My vendor mentioned: wilson, B &W, PMC Dynaudio, and McIntosh xr100. I would be interested in hearing what others think?

In that budget range, it will neat impossible to whittle it down to five unless you define some criteria for yourself.

Since you are using McIntosh tube gear, the first thing that popped into my mind, would be an efficient speaker.. Tannoy might be a good place to start. In fact, there is a member here at AA who make you an OUTSTANDING deal on a 25K pair of Tannoy speakers. I'll let him discuss his price with you. Speak to PHC1. I don't know if his speakers are still available,

I would go listen to a speaker you already have an attraction to, then use that as your point of reference. That way you'll be able to identify the kind of 'sound' you like and that will then narrow the gamut of eligible speakers.

Finally, take your time and enjoy the search.

Good luck!

[Masterlu]

Originally Posted by william13

Which model Sonus Faber? I did not know where to start reading so I am reading about every model my collegues send me.

Elipsa's

[william13]

I just realized that my bookshelf speakers in my bedroom are Sonus Faber. I like them better than my Linn Tukan in another room. I definitely will consider the SF.

[jfray]

Originally Posted by Masterlu

Elipsa's

I cant agree more!! Buy the Elipsa's and you will never look back! They are a truly great speaker.

[Coytee]

William, here's my take.

Just like when someone is buying a new vehicle, one can buy a car, truck or perhaps, a unicycle. Point being, you must first decide which one fits your needs and then within the world of a car, truck or unicycles, narrow your choice down.

As with speakers, you have direct radiators, horns (which are my personal predisposition), panel speakers... they all have pros/cons.

Have you decided on what type fits you best?

I personally love the outrageous dynamics of horns, including bass horns which are going to be huge speakers.

Given that I've got horns that are around 109 db/watt, biamped and connected to a pair of Crown K2's, I can fill the room with dynamics and it's still effortless. The HF horns use 2" drivers so the distortion is essentially zero for home use.

I also love the sound of panel/electrostatic speakers. I just can't live with their lack of dynamics.

If you haven't done it already, I'd urge you to first consider the type of speaker (without regard to 'name') and try to figure out if speaker type A, B or C really floats your boat AND will accoimplish what you want in the space you want.

We're all going to start naming those speakers which we typically own or have owned (and I'm no exception)

I'm "right up the road" in Jacksonville. If you'd ever care to hear the Klipsch Jubilee, you are welcome to come to my place and hear a pair. They are currently the only pair in Florida (that I'm aware of). They're big. In fact, they're huge but... after getting into this hobby in 1978, these are the most incredible, dynamic speaker I've ever heard...so, I bought them. (well within your budget too!)

[o0OBillO0o]

Originally Posted by Coytee

William, here's my take.

Just like when someone is buying a new vehicle, one can buy a car, truck or perhaps, a unicycle. Point being, you must first decide which one fits your needs and then within the world of a car, truck or unicycles, narrow your choice down.

As with speakers, you have direct radiators, horns (which are my personal predisposition), panel speakers... they all have pros/cons.

Have you decided on what type fits you best?

I personally love the outrageous dynamics of horns, including bass horns which are going to be huge speakers.

Given that I've got horns that are around 109 db/watt, biamped and connected to a pair of Crown K2's, I can fill the room with dynamics and it's still effortless. The HF horns use 2" drivers so the distortion is essentially zero for home use.

I also love the sound of panel/electrostatic speakers. I just can't live with their lack of dynamics.

If you haven't done it already, I'd urge you to first consider the type of speaker (without regard to 'name') and try to figure out if speaker type A, B or C really floats your boat AND will accoimplish what you want in the space you want.

We're all going to start naming those speakers which we typically own or have owned (and I'm no exception)

I'm "right up the road" in Jacksonville. If you'd ever care to hear the Klipsch Jubilee, you are welcome to come to my place and hear a pair. They are currently the only pair in Florida (that I'm aware of). They're big. In fact, they're huge but... after getting into this hobby in 1978, these are the most incredible, dynamic speaker I've ever heard...so, I bought them. (well within your budget too!)

We need to link up.. hit me up over at the Klipsch Forum, same name.

[william13]

Originally Posted by o0OBillO0o

We need to link up.. hit me up over at the Klipsch Forum, same name.

I will visit the Klipsch latter on today for sure. Thanks

[william13]

Originally Posted by Coytee

William, here's my take.

Just like when someone is buying a new vehicle, one can buy a car, truck or perhaps, a unicycle. Point being, you must first decide which one fits your needs and then within the world of a car, truck or unicycles, narrow your choice down.

As with speakers, you have direct radiators, horns (which are my personal predisposition), panel speakers... they all have pros/cons.

Have you decided on what type fits you best?

I personally love the outrageous dynamics of horns, including bass horns which are going to be huge speakers.

Given that I've got horns that are around 109 db/watt, biamped and connected to a pair of Crown K2's, I can fill the room with dynamics and it's still effortless. The HF horns use 2" drivers so the distortion is essentially zero for home use.

I also love the sound of panel/electrostatic speakers. I just can't live with their lack of dynamics.

If you haven't done it already, I'd urge you to first consider the type of speaker (without regard to 'name') and try to figure out if speaker type A, B or C really floats your boat AND will accoimplish what you want in the space you want.

We're all going to start naming those speakers which we typically own or have owned (and I'm no exception)

I'm "right up the road" in Jacksonville. If you'd ever care to hear the Klipsch Jubilee, you are welcome to come to my place and hear a pair. They are currently the only pair in Florida (that I'm aware of). They're big. In fact, they're huge but... after getting into this hobby in 1978, these are the most incredible, dynamic speaker I've ever heard...so, I bought them. (well within your budget too!)

I did not realize there are 3 main types of speakers. I wish Jacksonville was closer. I would guess its 6 hours away.