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Post by TLC510 on Jan 11, 2013 1:11:03 GMT -5
Supposed to say 'under 2x the cost'
Helping build a sound system for a friend. Using mostly emo components, but I would like to know what other options are out there that you might had tried. I have not had a chance to listen to the XRT6's, but would just like to round out my research. Because of my QLS-1's I am biased towards speakers that have no need of separate subs. Anyone have some suggestions?
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Post by Porscheguy on Jan 11, 2013 6:59:56 GMT -5
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Post by bobbyt on Jan 11, 2013 8:40:16 GMT -5
Twice the cost of what model? There's a whole range... If you like Emotiva, and want an impressive setup, the Stealth 8s are unlikely to leave you disappointed in any area.
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Post by stephen on Jan 11, 2013 9:07:46 GMT -5
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Post by RightinLA on Jan 11, 2013 9:18:45 GMT -5
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Post by briank on Jan 11, 2013 10:54:50 GMT -5
You might want to check out the new Revel Performa 3's.
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Post by garbulky on Jan 11, 2013 11:01:40 GMT -5
Emotiva's old ERT 8.3 towers are better than the XRT's from everything I've read. And you can find them reasonably cheap online if you can find them.
For axiom, I wouldn't recommend anything except for their M80's. They have very good bass extension and can handle lots of power. They feel like they can portray good detail (pinpoint imaging) and certainly rock at HT. They can also portray some degree of depth but I feel that higher end speakers may best that. However they are very very finicky with placement and toe-in to get their best potential. Like an inch or a few degrees out toe in finicky. They also sound a little harsh at high volumes. The mids can feel a little congested when there's a lot going on. If that's because of my amplifier or the m80's I'm not sure as they are definitely underpowered and even axiom has recommended I take a step up from my upa-2 in amps to match the specs as there are 12 drivers in them and their impedance dips below 3 ohms.
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Post by monkumonku on Jan 11, 2013 11:32:50 GMT -5
Emotiva's old ERT 6.3 towers are better than the XRT's from everything I've read. And you can find them reasonably cheap online if you can find them. For axiom, I wouldn't recommend anything except for their M80's. They have very good bass extension and can handle lots of power. They feel like they can portray good detail (pinpoint imaging) and certainly rock at HT. They can also portray some degree of depth but I feel that higher end speakers may best that. However they are very very finicky with placement and toe-in to get their best potential. Like an inch or a few degrees out toe in finicky. They also sound a little harsh at high volumes. The mids can feel a little congested when there's a lot going on. If that's because of my amplifier or the m80's I'm not sure as they are definitely underpowered and even axiom has recommended I take a step up from my upa-2 in amps to match the specs as there are 12 drivers in them and their impedance dips below 3 ohms. Did you mean 8.3 towers? (you said 6.3) I have never heard them but there are a lot of very enthusiastic owners in the forum and the speakers have also gotten good pro reviews. |
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Post by garbulky on Jan 11, 2013 11:43:53 GMT -5
Yeah sorry 8.3. I'll modify it. Thanks monku
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Post by Deleted on Jan 11, 2013 12:38:01 GMT -5
The Emo speakers are decent mid-fi speakers on par with Polk (except, perhaps, the LSi series), DefTech, and such. True hi-end speakers are a whole 'nother ballgame. If you'd like to get a taste of hi-end speakers without busting your bank account, look at Tekton, Gallo, KEF, Revel Performa, etc...
-RW-
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Post by TLC510 on Jan 11, 2013 12:52:48 GMT -5
Thanks guys. This will give me lots to research today. I think that the ERT8.3's would have been perfect, and I may still track some down. Who knows maybe Emo's reference speakers will appear in the near future(please'o'please'o'please).
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Post by tme110 on Jan 11, 2013 13:57:00 GMT -5
Ascend acoustics (aka the Sierra) -greatest ever!
I know have a set of new Polk RTI's for sale because of them.
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Post by jmilton on Jan 11, 2013 13:58:53 GMT -5
GoldenEar Triton Sevens...  $699 ea. |
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Post by GreenKiwi on Jan 11, 2013 14:39:33 GMT -5
Go and listen to some magnepans too. I find its good to go listen to lots of speakers. You'll def like some and not others.
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Post by stads77 on Jan 11, 2013 15:12:04 GMT -5
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Post by Hersheysan on Jan 11, 2013 18:05:20 GMT -5
I was able to hear the Tekton Pendragons before the holidays and was greatly impressed....for $2,500 a pair they are a bargain.
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Post by creimes on Jan 11, 2013 18:46:33 GMT -5
I love my Monitor Audio RX6's but everyone has different tastes which reflects very much on a speaker in system probably more then any other component in that system, you have to listen to a bunch, but lots of good recommended listens so far....good luck
Chad
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Post by klinemj on Jan 11, 2013 19:28:46 GMT -5
Magnepan 1.7's...
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Post by stiehl11 on Jan 11, 2013 20:35:30 GMT -5
Phase Technologies PC series speakers are a real steal and easily run with speakers costing 2x more. A couple of PC-3 speakers will set you back only $1,200 for the pair (street price). Step up to the PC-9 and forget using a sub except for movies or pop music.
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Post by stephen on Jan 11, 2013 21:42:06 GMT -5
Interesting other offerings too. I always enjoy seeing what other ID companies there are out there! |
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