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Post by monkumonku on Sept 7, 2011 12:35:05 GMT -5
Thanks for your impressions of the gear at Emofest, especially for the Airmotiv speakers. If you wouldn't mind, could you compare and contrast the 3 models - the 4, 5, and 6? I'm wondering what the main differences are in sound between them. Thanks! Sorry for the delayed response here Monku! Went white water rafting on the Ocoee with some buds right after the fest. Anyway, I never got to hear the 5's. On the 6's, I started listening to them focusing on the just the highs. Again, like the 4's these tweeters just have to be heard to be appreciated. They are so articulate, and clear in the upper ranges that it's like the frequency of your own ears have been extended. My Polk Audio Lsi's have the Vifa dual ring raditor tweeters that are amazing. I believe that some of the Krell's use this same tweeter. All I can say is that after hearing these Airmotiv's I am now left wanting. I believe this maybe the best high end I have ever heard come out of a tweeter. Additionally, the off axis is much better on the Airmotiv's. The Vifa's are great, but you definitely have to be in the sweet spot. The sweet spot on these folded ribbons is wider. At least they are on the Airmotiv's. The midrange seemed a little meatier, or chestier to me without losing any clairty or presence. Thicker sounding. The lows were very impressive on the 6's. I remember the Emotiva rep. saying that they were about four times the power of the 4's.....big difference. (Digressing here a bit I also learned that all Airmotiv's are internally biamped with separate power amps for the highs/lows) I asked the rep to crank the 6's a little....and wow. These things can move a lot of air. They can punch some bass when called on to do so. One thing that I noticed is that these were set up about 3ft+ from the rear walls vs the 4's in the other room being about 10-12" from the rear wall. All Airmotiv's are rear ported, so the impressive bass response from the 4's in this setup is more understood. But the 6's being this distance from the rear wall, and having this great low end was just great to hear. They extend pretty low. Seems like I was hearing lows pretty clearly in the the 40-50hz range. Also, impressive was the fullness and clarity of the lows even when the volume was reduced. I could still hear some bass impact at way lower volumes. The words that come to mind to describe these are "balance" and "range". Balance between frequency ranges low to high is exceptionally good even when the volumes levels are greatly changed. And, the frequency range, especially in the high end, is to die for. As I was hearing these, my mind was racing a 1000 mph trying to remember/compare if I have ever heard anything anywhere near this price range that sounded as great as these? I don't think I have. If Emotiva had a powered center to match these I would be tempted to try them as a surround sound system. Of course these were being demoed in a "eqed" room, but still, if I had these at home they just might be the best sounding speakers I've ever owned. I definitely believe we will see this tweeter design in Emotiva speaker design in the future! Take care! Thank you so much for posting your detailed impressions - that was very helpful! Although it really was not helpful to me in the sense that I had just about convinced myself that I really don't need these speakers, and then I just read what you wrote and all that convincing flew out the window. ;D
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Post by Deleted on Sept 7, 2011 13:03:48 GMT -5
You welcome Monku!!! .......and I'm glad I could help you on your clarity of decision on the darn things LOL!!! I know this......these speakers are EVIL! I believe there will be a large number of newly single guys because of them, lol! Take care, and have a great day!
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Post by Nemesis.ie on Sept 7, 2011 13:13:21 GMT -5
Thank you so much for posting your detailed impressions - that was very helpful! Although it really was not helpful to me in the sense that I had just about convinced myself that I really don't need these speakers, and then I just read what you wrote and all that convincing flew out the window. ;D You know you REALLY want a set of 8, 10 or 15, don't you?
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Post by hikinokie on Sept 7, 2011 13:27:19 GMT -5
What I'd like to know is the specs of the xmc. Kinda hard to decide wether to get a Oppo 95 or wait for the new processor. Which sounds better, less problematic etc. If the usb port is for updates, what is the ethernet port for?
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Post by DYohn on Sept 7, 2011 13:30:18 GMT -5
If the usb port is for updates, what is the ethernet port for? It's for ethernet, obviously. ;D [/smartass reply]
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Post by Nemesis.ie on Sept 7, 2011 13:40:28 GMT -5
And both are needed, some folks may not have internet access (scary as that might sound!).
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Post by hemster on Sept 7, 2011 13:49:33 GMT -5
islandman2020, I was wondering about the Airmotiv as a center. I asked Ray (from Emotiva) and he was kind enough to place an Airmotiv6 on its side in his office (where he was showing the UMC-1 3d demo) and I tell you what... the dispersion from the 6 is wide! I was concerned about this because I don't have the option of placing the 6 vertically as a center channel (not enough space between shelves in rack). Listening to it from each side of the office, I found it to work well.
So, to anyone who's wondering about using the Airmotiv as a center: if you can place it vertically, then that's best. But even if you have to place it horizontally, the dispersion pattern is wide and will work; unless you're sitting way off axis.
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Post by duffda on Sept 7, 2011 14:47:28 GMT -5
For the benefit of the uninformed (like me) who weren't fortunate enough to attend, would someone be kind enough to summarize the new/changed products seen at Emofest?
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Post by Topend on Sept 7, 2011 14:56:44 GMT -5
I would have to fly Darwin- Sydney-Dallas then a local flight to Nashville. That must come close to being most distance travelled. Dave. Would you cross the Atlantic or rather the Pacific? We went to Oz once: 1/ Brussels-London-Singapore-Sydney-Cairns 2/ Then a motorhome back to Sydney, 18 days 3/ a flight to the Red Center, where we did a 5-day camping tour. 4/ flight to Adelaide 5/ motorhome to Melbourne 11 days (saw our dreamhouse on the Great Ocean Road, we are bulding something similar here) 6/ Return Next time, we come to Darwin, that's a promise! And my wife called her business "Brisbane Consulting" in honour of that great and vibrant young city!! My next business, if I ever start another one, would be called someting like " Adelaide interior" or so.... Or.. ADELAIDESIGN Attachm. is pic of the Oz house Would fly across the Pacific. I am familiar with the houses on the Great Ocean Road. Great to see you are building one similar. If you are in Darwin PM me. Cheers, Dave.
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Post by Hair Nick on Sept 7, 2011 15:04:17 GMT -5
I just wanted to thank all of you who came out to Emofest, you guys made my first time a great one!!
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Post by Erwin.BE on Sept 7, 2011 18:42:05 GMT -5
Would you cross the Atlantic or rather the Pacific? We went to Oz once: 1/ Brussels-London-Singapore-Sydney-Cairns 2/ Then a motorhome back to Sydney, 18 days 3/ a flight to the Red Center, where we did a 5-day camping tour. 4/ flight to Adelaide 5/ motorhome to Melbourne 11 days (saw our dreamhouse on the Great Ocean Road, we are bulding something similar here) 6/ Return Next time, we come to Darwin, that's a promise! And my wife called her business "Brisbane Consulting" in honour of that great and vibrant young city!! My next business, if I ever start another one, would be called someting like " Adelaide interior" or so.... Or.. ADELAIDESIGN Attachm. is pic of the Oz house Would fly across the Pacific. I am familiar with the houses on the Great Ocean Road. Great to see you are building one similar. If you are in Darwin PM me. Cheers, Dave. No worries, I will anounce it whenever we return down under. I know there are a few Emotivozzies here. Now, how about that XRC-1? That's the one on top of the XPR-5 (-ish). Has Emotiva not heard of the old adagium "Ask and though shall recieve?" These days, it's more like "Ask and though shall process" woahaha... ;D Attachments:
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Post by Cathy Laufman on Sept 7, 2011 20:29:34 GMT -5
I missed out again... Singapore to Franklin is just a bridge toooooo far at the moment...maybe next year Nice to see the pics and vids tho...maybe next year might get a crew of fanboys here to make the journey...that would be a hoot...any prizes for most distant attendee? yes, we give out gift certificates to the guests who travel the farthest
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Post by julio on Sept 7, 2011 21:18:25 GMT -5
Erwin: Do you mind if I "borrow" your photo and have it become my new signature? All my new toys will be delivered friday. It will be a long and exciting weekend for me!
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Post by Pauly on Sept 7, 2011 21:21:48 GMT -5
That's a pretty cool sig, well done.
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Post by sdlueck on Sept 7, 2011 21:28:35 GMT -5
Was the drawing for the survey announced during emofest? I didn't hear who won the $100 emobucks. Thanks.
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Post by tchaik on Sept 7, 2011 21:31:53 GMT -5
emofest was the best.
i had such a great time and all those whose names i can and can't remember were just absolutely delightful people. dan, cathy, their two daughters, nick, chris, sarah, jenna, megan, lonnie, eric, vince and many others made my experience there a wonderful one.
i was talking with big dan about the airmotiv 4's and he promptly went and found an xtra pair to set up in his office so we could hear them outside of a studio setting. they sounded great btw..... dan, cathy, sarah as well as others took time to view my photos of the family, treating a proud father with dignity, respect and interest when they didn't have to and when they had so many other people they needed to catch up with at the event. their desire to serve their community by donating all the sales receipts from 'area 51' sales to st. judes hospital reveals the type of people they really are.
if their product was of average quality i would be a loyal customer because they treat their customers with such high regard. thankfully, buying their product is a no-brainer since the quality is so far superior to the competition at any given price point. add on top of that the great customer service and the even greater human relations and you have a company and all associated with it who deserve all the success and more that comes their way.
i am even more excited for next year's emofest 2012 and i hope they continue the two day event. next year my wife comes.
btw....i came home with airmotiv 4's and 5's and the x-ref sub along with mucho cables and stuff. my wife has not complained a bit.
thank you dan and cathy for your vision, hospitality and grace. it is your company that has renewed my enthusiasm and passion for audio and home theatre once again.
tchaik..........(gerald)
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Post by tchaik on Sept 7, 2011 21:37:36 GMT -5
postscript...
great to talk with all of the forum members at the event as well as their family.
a special call out to rather and roadrunner. i especially enjoyed our conversations.
tchaik...........
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Post by tchaik on Sept 7, 2011 21:39:01 GMT -5
postscript 2....
the bands were great. i brought home some cd's of alison brown. used a selection in my 'world music class' just today.
tchaik............
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Post by geebo on Sept 7, 2011 21:47:29 GMT -5
emofest was the best. i had such a great time and all those whose names i can and can't remember were just absolutely delightful people. dan, cathy, their two daughters, nick, chris, sarah, jenna, megan, lonnie, eric, vince and many others made my experience there a wonderful one. i was talking with big dan about the airmotiv 4's and he promptly went and found an xtra pair to set up in his office so we could hear them outside of a studio setting. they sounded great btw..... dan, cathy, sarah as well as others took time to view my photos of the family, treating a proud father with dignity, respect and interest when they didn't have to and when they had so many other people they needed to catch up with at the event. their desire to serve their community by donating all the sales receipts from 'area 51' sales to st. judes hospital reveals the type of people they really are. if their product was of average quality i would be a loyal customer because they treat their customers with such high regard. thankfully, buying their product is a no-brainer since the quality is so far superior to the competition at any given price point. add on top of that the great customer service and the even greater human relations and you have a company and all associated with it who deserve all the success and more that comes their way. i am even more excited for next year's emofest 2012 and i hope they continue the two day event. next year my wife comes. btw....i came home with airmotiv 4's and 5's and the x-ref sub along with mucho cables and stuff. my wife has not complained a bit. thank you dan and cathy for your vision, hospitality and grace. it is your company that has renewed my enthusiasm and passion for audio and home theatre once again. tchaik..........(gerald) Very well said tchaik. I would like to echo those comments and add that Emotiva knows how to keep a customer like no other company I've dealt with.
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Post by ultramic on Sept 8, 2011 3:43:08 GMT -5
Was there any mention of the reference series subwoofers (ERS ?) at Emofest 2011 ?
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