The Sonas Faber are absolutely gorgeous and get my vote. They have a "wow" factor far beyond the 'square box' Proac. Sound wise both speakers have tweeter/midrange/ midbass drivers and I'm sure both sound very good. However, the Sonas Faber are world class in every respect. If you can, go see them and hear them. Stunning!!
Thinking of upgrading speakers from ProAc 3.8 I have enjoyed in my system for 23 years.
I am likely to buy slightly used. I have read the newer ProAcs have tighter base and are easier to place in your room due to down facing port. Are the ribbon tweeters that much better? I am concerned about durability of the ribbons, as there have been a few threads by people who have had ribbon failure. I would consider D48R or K6 if I can find a nice used pair. Do the newer ProAcs lose any of the magic of the older models? Another speaker that interests me is the Sonus Faber SarafinoG2.
System is Accuphase E406, Nottingham Spacedeck, Allnic H5500
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Not sure what your budget is, but these JA Pearls could be end-game speakers and exhibit many of the same qualities as ProAc… https://www.usaudiomart.com/details/650017479-joseph-audio-pearl-3-speakers/ Best of luck. |
I love and own the ProAc D48R. I am simply stunned every time I listen to them. I have never heard the 3.8, so I cannot compare the two. But if you are looking for a dynamic speaker with vocals to die for, then these should be auditioned. I have not hear the K6, but guess that since they are in the higher end range compared to my D48R, they should be even better. |
The Pearls are out of my price range. Also, never heard them. There is a pair of k-6 on another site for 17,500 which is a stretch for my budget. I will look for a dealer with Sarafinos for demo and give them a listen. I know the ProAcs are great with my 160 watt Accuphase integrated but not sure of the Sonus Faber. |
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