Hi Sunnyjim. The newforms are for real. I own an early model, the r-8's 2's. The newer 645's would be their replacement model.....once you hear good ribbons it is hard to go back to box speakers.....Have you checked out the topic here in the archives and in the topic forum at Audio Asylum? Lots to read about them. I've had mine7 years this month. They are easy to drive, very detailed, fast, and show everything you do in the chain....ribbons take awhile to break in but well worth it....Yes, I find them very accurate but musical at the same time.....regards, Bluenose
Any experience with Newform Research speakers
There are several planar hybrids on the market now that are available by mail order. I am curious about the Newform Research models. Besides needing all the other good stuff in a new speaker, that is, tight bass,good imaging, wide sounstage, and overall musicality, I need a speaker with a small footprint that will not overwhelm my room. Also, are many of these planars just home theater speakers which are designed to just reproduce "glitzed-up" special sound effects on DVD, and are neither accurate nor musical???? This issue alone could make an interesting discussion thread!!!!