Magnepan 3.7 or PSB Synchrony One?


Has anyone had the opportunity to compare these speakers?
I will need an amplifier to go along with these as well.
patrickp

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This is a great help - thanks

I hope to see additional input as well. I'm not as able to spend large amounts of cash on audio stuff as I once was so it's important I do my best to make a wise choice.
Thanks Audiooracle
I knew they are entirely different sounds.
I like the larger image and speed of planers but if they are too diffuse that bothers me a bit. They are also more power hungry raising the entry fee. If the PSB presents a small image that's not likely to be my best choice either.
I've owned 1.6's and found them a little on the 'warm' side for my tastes along with marginal bass (I know the bass can be corrected if carefully matched with a sub)
They seemed to also lack some of the dynamics of conventional designs. I can't say any of that would apply to the same degree with the 3.7 though.
Thank you Djcxxx -
I know and it seems to be the nature of things. Audio is a pursuit of passion and as a result opinions, likes, and dislikes get defended. That's part of the fun. :-)
I agree listening is the optimum way but I'm in the 'sticks' so it's not always and easy thing to accomplish.
I always like to hear from others. In part because it's very easy to get impressed for a short time by something,especially speakers, and later find out what seemed a minor flaw in the beginning is something that wears on you long term.