I too am strongly considering the new Aerial 9. There aren't very many dealers that have them in stock since they were just released.
I have spoken to Michael Kelly at length about the design and like the (4) 7" woofers which are ported on the bottom of the speaker. I would expect the bass to be very fast and clean. This should make room placement relatively easy . Michael told me they clearly outperform the 10T.
Have you had a chance to audition the 9's?
BTW, I'm also told the Merlin's are excellent speakers.
I have spoken to Michael Kelly at length about the design and like the (4) 7" woofers which are ported on the bottom of the speaker. I would expect the bass to be very fast and clean. This should make room placement relatively easy . Michael told me they clearly outperform the 10T.
Have you had a chance to audition the 9's?
BTW, I'm also told the Merlin's are excellent speakers.