Speed


I have just been looking for new speakers. In many ways some of the most expensive speakers I listened to have not lived up to my expectations or headphones (Shure 1540; Senn 700) with dedicated amplifiers.
I couldn't figure out what is the elusive factor. I think I now have it. In my mind, the speed at which the drivers can change speed and direction seems to be the key. I think the tiny drivers in headphones are just quicker. As the drivers get bigger, there is more momentum, therefore decreased agility or what I am calling speed.
In my price range, the quickest and most appealing at this point seem to be the Vivid 1.5. Everyone prioritizes different things. These speakers certainly won't shake the room, but they seem to have what I am looking for.
Just thought I would throw out my thoughts on this night when no one is moving with much speed after all the turkey, stuffing and pumpkin pie.
Happy Holidays

crwindy

Showing 1 response by toddverrone

Different speakers will have different room interactions because of different frequency responses and dispersion patterns. Bass is the hardest to control and tame, so, if you have a small room, for instance, speakers that don’t produce massive bass would help reduce the problem of bass reverberation.