I thought the Roman Centurions with Plinius integrated and MSB CD player were the most real-sounding system at the show other than the four channel Andras II/SACD demo. The tone was uncannily accurate. My only negatives were that vocals seemed to be pushed back a tad in the soundastage (I thought Elvis would be in my face), and you probably need a sub to take over around 40 hz. But they sounded real to me in a way that the Wilsons, Dynaudios, and their ilk did not. For intimate listening, the Centurions got it right, IMHO. I agree that their Website, marketing, (and grills) are weak.
About those Roman Audio speakers at the NYC Show
In several different threads regarding the recent Stereophile NYC Show, there were quite a few comments about the Roman Audio speakers as being among the best of show. In one thread, a person posted saying those Roman Audio speakers were powered by Krell.
I post this to correct an apparent misimpression. Those Roman Audio speakers were NOT powered by Krell; they were powered by a PLINIUS 8200mkII integrated amp ... which lists for $2,995 ... IMHO, an incredible best buy in power equipment. Thought you'd like to know ....
Regards to all,
Paul
I post this to correct an apparent misimpression. Those Roman Audio speakers were NOT powered by Krell; they were powered by a PLINIUS 8200mkII integrated amp ... which lists for $2,995 ... IMHO, an incredible best buy in power equipment. Thought you'd like to know ....
Regards to all,
Paul