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Gallo Stradas vs. Merlin TSM-MXRs

I know this is a weird question, but I have an opportunity to purchase either Gallo Stradas or Merlin TSM-MXRs, but do not have the opportunity to hear them. The Merlins are about $700 more, which I don't mind paying if they are superior. Both would be paired with a small sub for a music-only second system. Amp is a Bel Canto ref500s. The room (my office) has terrible room treatment (hardwood floors, blank plaster over masonry walls, hard modern furniture, tall ceilings- and I don't want to add much in the way of room treatment for aesthetic reasons). I listen to a very wide variety of music - but mostly indie rock and jazz, at low to moderate levels.

Thoughts? I will be replacing Meadowlark Kestrel Hot Rods.
mateored

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bobbyapalkovic
729 posts
 
m205, the tsm was not in denver, sorry. i played the master vsm system.
you just like the gallo sound more than the merlin sound and that is ok with me.
bobby at merlin
bobbyapalkovic
729 posts
 
mateored, if you call the factory i will take the time to explain how to set the speakers up properly to get the most out of them. also to tell you what they come with and how to use these items. i am glad to help.
bobby@merlin
bobbyapalkovic
729 posts
 
m, i am glad you like the linns because they are fine speakers and at the right price, a wonderful purchase!
btw, issue 79 of positive feedback on line has something you may want to read. it is a review of the black magic tsm with a description of how it was designed.
regards,
bobby
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