Anyone hear Classic Audio T9?


I see Classic Audio Loudspeakers has some smaller models in their lineup - T9 and T7.  I was wondering if anyone's had a chance to hear them, and how they compare to their bigger T3 model.  I heard the T3 at FLAX early this year and was very impressed with teh sound, but the thought of putting something that big in my living room is overwheliming.  Even their smaller Studio Standard IIB is a bit overwhelming.  Trying to position them for optimum sound, move them to clean, even just the visual presence is a lot for where they would go in my living room, which is about 17X10.  But the sound was phenomenal. 
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The below quote is how I feel. I just acquired a pair of T1.5 reference after years and years of looking for my next speaker. Listened to a variety of topologies and styles and at the same time attended numerous audio shows in the U.S. and in Europe. After hearing several Classic audio Loudspeakers at these various shows my impressions were confirmed as to the sound quality attributes that conveyed to me that these were special speakers.


My belief is if you like the signature sound of the contemporary series from Classic Audio that you should reach out to Classic Audio and ask about if he has any cabinets for the T9 or is willing to build you one. When I visited his shop this past summer, I get the impression that he builds to quality and not time standards...therefore, a new build would probably be a little while. That’s why I mentioned asking him what cabinets he has laying around. Good luck.


“No matter what a person’s sonic preferences are, I can’t imagine them not enjoying the sound of Classic Audio speakers. The sound is just so natural and inviting. I have heard them only twice, and it was in show conditions, but each time I knew that they were speakers that I could love long term. You’ll get used to the visual intrusion, and anyway, I think that they’re beautiful”

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