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Soundsmith monitors - Opinions wanted

I read over at AA that these monitors knocked the sox off a few visitors at the Axpona show over in Jacksonville last weekend. From those who have had some personal listening experience can you give me some idea of the strengths and weaknesses of these speakers? I am particularly interested in the $2K model and are looking for a smaller speaker that is refined yet can play loud when asked to.

Thanks.
glrtrgi

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glrtrgi OP
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I did not ask over there but probably will. As Magnumpi205 asks the speakers don't seem to get much press or discussion. I love "below the radar" gear and I'm on a quest to find a less than expensive monitor that works for me. Listened to some Tonian Labs stuff (very nice), soon to listen to the NOLA boxers, after that I'll have some older Spendors that a friend is selling, in to listen to, and finally some Minuets.

The few opinions I've read on the Sound-Smith speaker seem to be exceptionally positive, from people that don't own the product. I'm in Southern California so I'm trying to track down someone who may sell the line.

glrtrgi OP
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Thanks Peter. Because these speakers are difficult to audition 9at least on the West Coast) I wonder if there is anyone in the SoCal area that has the Monarchs and might be amenable for me to have a listen. This is the one downside to "under the radar" gear...sometimes it can be tough to listen to the stuff outside of electronic shows and the like.

GLR
glrtrgi OP
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Jaguar

Did you get the monitors yet from Peter? If so, would you mind posting your impressions? Thanks.

GLR
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