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The closest approach...really

I recently purchased a pair of Gradient SW-63 woofers for my Quad ESL 57, and I this is so far the closest approach to the real thing that I've ever experienced. The midrange is probably the best possible, with Quads' holographic properties most audiophiles are familiar with. The micro-detail is also superb. The Gradient woofers add a very competent, tight, and fast bass. I believe this combination is hard to beat at any price. Does anyone think this combination can be beat?
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audiofeil
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A while back I had a pair of Vandersteen 2W subs integrated wonderfully with Quad 988.

It can be accomplished in the right room.
audiofeil
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Hearing "many" combinations does in no way, shape, or form mean that proper integration of panels and subwoofers cannot be achieved.

There are many combinations that do perform wonderfully.

In this particular case maybe more listening experience is required.
audiofeil
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>>i have at least 30 would be assistants in the ny area<<

I thought Giuliani chased the street people out a few years ago.
audiofeil
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>>there is one "fly in the ointment<<

You don't know how right you are.
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