I have older 803's with dual 6" woofers. My even older B&W's with 6.5 inch woofers do add something that is pleasurable. but I liked my old 8" Peerless subs that I put in my Acoustats better than the identically designed 10"ers I now use, because the tens are not quite as tight on acoustic bass. Interestingly, the difference between successive model preamps from the same company is nearly as great.
Bass Driver Size - how much better is an extra inch?
Have older b&w speakers and bass drivers are 7 inches vs 804 d3 speakers that are 6 1/2.
the larger drivers seem to really open the sound stage, more open and less constrained. Imaging of older speakers not as good but a very enjoyable listen.
Not sure why driver sizes tend to be smaller these days unless you pay a lot more. Hear that most consumers want more compact mains so drivers are smaller. Kinda sad.
the larger drivers seem to really open the sound stage, more open and less constrained. Imaging of older speakers not as good but a very enjoyable listen.
Not sure why driver sizes tend to be smaller these days unless you pay a lot more. Hear that most consumers want more compact mains so drivers are smaller. Kinda sad.