Devore Super 8s vs Acoustic Zen Adagios


I have a small (11 by 18) listening room, open to the sides, and am considering a speaker upgrade. I'm using Bryston 3Bs, which I think have ample power.

Based on various recommendations I'm thinking that the Devores and the Acoustic Zens are strong candidates. I've heard the Devores (no local dealers for either) and was impressed with them. Also, SAF is a major consideration and my spouse liked the way they looked and sounded. (She likes music but is not an audiophile.)

I haven't been able to audition the Adagios. Has anyone who has heard both care to offer an opinion? Would someone like to suggest something else in the same general price/size category?

TIA
mahlerite

Showing 1 response by facten

I haven't heard either of the two that you are entertaining, but to your last question you might want to consider Tyler Acoustic D3s or D2s - I have the Linbrook System2s and Taylo 7Us which Ty recently dropped with the introduction of his Decade line (The D3s replaced the Taylo 7Us) - if you check the ads he has for these and click the links at the bottom there are Agon threads from folks who have either of the two new ones I mentioned above. I am not affliated with Tyler other than as a very satisfied customer - his speakers are top notch and his service excellent. Bought mine without hearing them and never regretted it - Good luck