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Old 05-03-2009, 09:59 PM
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Default xr200 vs pmc eb1i vs wilson audio sophia2

I am strongly considering one of these speakers. I am looking for feedback from all who have listened to one two or all of these. Any Info will be much appreciated. I will be making trips to listen to all of these but I am curious as to what you guys think!! Any others you can think of in the 15k range? I have sold my 802d's and can't wait to try something new!

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Old 05-03-2009, 10:23 PM
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Dave,
I haven't listened to the eb1i nor the xr200, but my wife & I went back and forth on the Sophias and the 802Ds last year. That was a tough decision, and we think about the Sophias a lot still. I've heard the Totem Winds may be worth a listen. Why did you sell the 802s? What's in your system?
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Old 05-03-2009, 10:32 PM
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Lot of speakers in or near that price range. Here are a few more to consider.

http://www.pmc-speakers.com/product.php?mode=view&pid=36

http://www.aerialacoustics.com/products/model20tv2/index.aspx

http://www.dynaudio.com/eng/systems/lines/confidence/confidence_c_4.php

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Dave,
I haven't listened to the eb1i nor the xr200, but my wife & I went back and forth on the Sophias and the 802Ds last year. That was a tough decision, and we think about the Sophias a lot still. I've heard the Totem Winds may be worth a listen. Why did you sell the 802s? What's in your system?
I got a great offer on them so I decided to sell and try something else. I will be powering them with my mc602.
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You'll certainly have no problem driving just about anything with the 602. Look forward to your impressions and comparisons.
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Mac Man, what is your system like?
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Mac Man, what is your system like?
Mx119 Mc602 Mc207, I have put my Von Schewikert vr4jr back in the system for now but I plan on new speakers this summer. (I love 2 channel but I also have 7.1 surround) That is what scares me about wilson the price of their surrounds are $$$$ but we will see. Any suggestions is much appreciated
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If you can wait untill October, great place for one-stop multiple speaker demos.

Rocky Mountain Audiofest 2009
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If you can wait untill October, great place for one-stop multiple speaker demos.

Rocky Mountain Audiofest 2009
I wish I could that is a very busy time of the year for me. I will be doing some listening over the next couple of months
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If you can wait untill October, great place for one-stop multiple speaker demos.

Rocky Mountain Audiofest 2009
I agree. Just plan on spending alot of time there.
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