I don't know what the connection is between them, but i have always seen (even outside of Gino) the Stanley Linear's set-up or advertised with Monarchy gear. Maybe it's just a very "synergistic" combo. I did get a chance to hear them quite a bit at the Stereophile show in Chicago last year. While they were being driven by Monarchy gear exclusively ( which is typically very smooth and warm sounding )and being demo'ed by C.C. Poon of Monarchy, the system sounded very nice with no noticeable peaks, forwardness or tendency towards being abrasive or glaring. How they would do at very low volumes, i don't know. In terms of pricing, i do know that they had several different "optional upgrades". From what i can recall though, $2500 would not be a BIG discount even with those installed. Sean >
Stanley Linbar UD-6.5
Has anyone ever heard these speakers? My dealer has a set that he says might be good for me, I almost never "turn it up". I did enjoy hearing them but cannot find a great deal of information about them online. I understand they were in the $4500 price range and I may be able to purchase them in the area of $2500 - a decent break I guess. Still, finding little information and no reviews online makes one move nice and slow in these matters. Thanks, Klhender