HI
I have not heard the Salon, but I have heard the smaller Gems. I have the Khorus X now in my system.
They are different sounding speakers. The X is more on the warm side. I remember the Gems being very open but thin sounding. I think the bass on the X is definitely better, then again the Gems were monitors. I prefer the the midrange of the X over the Gems-more immediate present. The highs on the Gems were very good. Both speakers are amazing detailed. The scale on the X were more dynamic with bigger imaging and soundstage, the gems have very good soundstage also. I don't think you could do wrong with either but make sure you listen before you buy. Your taste might be different than anybody else. Contact a dealer in your area for a demo on the X, or you are welcome to come to my house also if you live in CA. :)) Good luck.
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I have not heard the Salon, but I have heard the smaller Gems. I have the Khorus X now in my system.
They are different sounding speakers. The X is more on the warm side. I remember the Gems being very open but thin sounding. I think the bass on the X is definitely better, then again the Gems were monitors. I prefer the the midrange of the X over the Gems-more immediate present. The highs on the Gems were very good. Both speakers are amazing detailed. The scale on the X were more dynamic with bigger imaging and soundstage, the gems have very good soundstage also. I don't think you could do wrong with either but make sure you listen before you buy. Your taste might be different than anybody else. Contact a dealer in your area for a demo on the X, or you are welcome to come to my house also if you live in CA. :)) Good luck.
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