Do you have a speaker that’s not a big name maker but punches above its weight? Why?
I have a Gato Fm6. My reference for last 10 years. Sounds amazing. Designer used to work for Gamut. Amazing clarity. Great open midrange and vapor like treble that’s detailed , transparent and vapor like! What are others?
My vote is an easy one for me, the Aurum Cantus V7F Rosewood finish. Absolutely stunning cabinet finish, efficient so it works with a lot of amps, really great sound with good usable bass down to 40hz (in my smaller dedicated room) and I paid $4k shipped to my house. I believe Terry London (@teajay) reviewed a set a few years ago but that's the only review I found. Jeff Dorgay reviewed a pair a couple years ago as well.
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B&W 302. From the late 90’s, it made the cover of Stereophile as Budget Speaker of the year, and for good reason. Entry level at $300/pr new, they just happen to be a joy to listen to music to. Maybe by pure accident, everything fell into place, any sins committed are ones of omission rather than of commission. A little, lightweight, front-ported box, they can be placed most anywhere. A great choice for desktop, bedroom bureau, or workbench, they can be found in good shape for around $150/pr on the usual sites. |
Eminent Technology LFT-8b and 8c.
https://youtu.be/Uc5O5T1UHkE?si=6GOpTpR900Kpn4oP
https://youtu.be/R4vC3V00-3Y?si=8DiHcpIzADuHRznD
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@porchlight1 hey porch, i used to have those same speakers being pushed by a made in japan denon receiver, one of the best and unforgettable combos i've had. the denon died and i gifted the 302s to a good friend of mine in san diego. being english himself, he really appreciated them (and still does), as they were made in his homeland. |
