Devore Gibbon 3XLs: anyone have these?
I own a pair of 3XLs in mahogany finish (for 3 months now). These are the best looking and best sounding speakers I have ever heard in my 15 year high-end audio adventure. DeVores claim their spot in my system with such authority that I would only upgrade to Silverbacks if I ever need to. These are truly high-end speakers with an emphasis on naturalness and musical qualities.
I listen to a lot of music and it carries a lot of weight with me that my speakers are capable of sounding full and satisfying at low listening levels. To me, if I have to crank up the volume way up to get the right sound, it is useless as I abuse my ears which I need for a long time. If you enjoy sitting in your couch after a long and stressful day, turn the volume up a little bit and get this spectacularly detailed, dynamic and natural sound, you are a good candidate for 3XLs. They are very easy to drive but it would be unfair to use them with cheap electronics because they really flourish with high quality front-end.
It is remarkable how detailed and dynamic these speakers are without sounding too bright, lean or clinical. Whether you are listening to your amazing 192kHz file or a crappy recording of your favorite musician on a CD, 3XLs will make you happy. Kudos to John for his achievement.
Friends, I will not name names but these speakers put some serious industry icons to shame. They are not cheap but I would still consider them to be the best bang for the buck.
p.s. The fact that a lot of people use them with tube gear does not mean that 3XLs are for mid-range lovers only. People often pair Devores with tubes because they are very easy to drive and reasonably efficient.
I own a pair of 3XLs in mahogany finish (for 3 months now). These are the best looking and best sounding speakers I have ever heard in my 15 year high-end audio adventure. DeVores claim their spot in my system with such authority that I would only upgrade to Silverbacks if I ever need to. These are truly high-end speakers with an emphasis on naturalness and musical qualities.
I listen to a lot of music and it carries a lot of weight with me that my speakers are capable of sounding full and satisfying at low listening levels. To me, if I have to crank up the volume way up to get the right sound, it is useless as I abuse my ears which I need for a long time. If you enjoy sitting in your couch after a long and stressful day, turn the volume up a little bit and get this spectacularly detailed, dynamic and natural sound, you are a good candidate for 3XLs. They are very easy to drive but it would be unfair to use them with cheap electronics because they really flourish with high quality front-end.
It is remarkable how detailed and dynamic these speakers are without sounding too bright, lean or clinical. Whether you are listening to your amazing 192kHz file or a crappy recording of your favorite musician on a CD, 3XLs will make you happy. Kudos to John for his achievement.
Friends, I will not name names but these speakers put some serious industry icons to shame. They are not cheap but I would still consider them to be the best bang for the buck.
p.s. The fact that a lot of people use them with tube gear does not mean that 3XLs are for mid-range lovers only. People often pair Devores with tubes because they are very easy to drive and reasonably efficient.