Own a set of 1.7i. Drive it with a Pro-ject turntable and differential Emotiva gear. Pros are clarity, sound stage and Dynamics. They sound great even when out of position but it's obvious they are out of position. They really only "sing" when you have them calibrated to about a 3ft w x 6ft h x 1ft d window. They draw monster current and need beefy amps that can handle the draw. They love AB and don't respond well to D. They make a lot of sound but don't really dominate a room. They really need a well-dressed listening room, and need the room to be a bit live and they have to be far away from the rear wall because they are dipoles. They need subs unless you get the gigantic ones, which need even more power.
They're a gimmick but I use them every day as generic living room speakers and they sound amazing. And, when I get some good source in, grab a glass of whiskey and get them "in position," it's a serious treat. Despite their foibles they really are an incredible thing.
They're a gimmick but I use them every day as generic living room speakers and they sound amazing. And, when I get some good source in, grab a glass of whiskey and get them "in position," it's a serious treat. Despite their foibles they really are an incredible thing.