What are your thoughts about 'semi-active' speakers that have powered subwoofers within the same enclosure? I've read a glowing review for SoundSpaceSystems Pirol speaker which includes 500 watt powered subwooofers and describes, at least to me, speaker nirvana. Just curious if there are different thoughts when it comes to semi-active speakers. Also I understand that Sound Space Systems will be with Vitus Audio's booth at the Munich High End this week.
Who actually uses digital speakers?
Of course, @atmasphere is about to jump in and say "no such thing as... " so before he jumps into the fray, what I mean is, who uses active speakers with digital inputs?
The biggest brand I know of who invested in this in a big way was Meridian which I believe had not just S/PDIF but a custom digital interface as well. With the advent of plate amps with S/PDIF inputs standard I'm wondering how many audiophiles have made the jump to active speakers using the digital inputs?
What are you using and what is your experience like?