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Have the itch yet again. $5-6k budget for floorstanders.

Well I've owned around 20 floorstanders over the last 30 years. Ridiculous I know but for me that's the hobby: trying new gear every 1-2 years. Anyhoots currently have Zu DW6 Superfly in my main rig, Wharfedale Evo 4.4 in the small TV room. Have both tube & SS amps I rotate. Yesterday I sold my SVS Ultra Tower (the prior version) ergo gots me thinking, so fun to go shopping, no? I listen to mostly jazz, on vinyl & via Qobuz. Some beats also (downtempo/chill). I used to rock out  but nevermore. Prefer to stay under 100lbs; not getting any younger. I do have a SVS sub the SB 2000 pro btw.

Here's my short list:

  • SVS Ultra Titan
  • MOFI 888
  • Dali Opticon 8
  • Cornwall IV (rich buddy downsizing)
  • Goldenear T66 (owned the orig Triton One way back 2013, dug them, had to downsize for a move)
  • Dyn C2 (wildcard, never heard em, wish I could audition)

Anyhoots, who wants to chime in? 

 

zufan
erik_squires
17,542 posts
 

I can only imagine the hate I'll get, but some Dali, and the Goldenear models to me seem like low-volume speakers.  Excess brightness which is good for background, not good for moderate to full range volumes. 

I said what I said. 

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johntori
10 posts
 

Totem acoustics has a wide array of speakers that may interest you. All excellent sounding. I have the Totem Tribe Towers. Small footprint with outstanding sound.

https://totemacoustic.com

Cheers

 

John

 

 

 

connollymj
24 posts
 

Great list. Before shopping for new, you might consider visiting a site like The Music Room. I was shopping for a new set of speakers with a budget of $10-15k. I found a pair of perfect (they appear unused) Focal Sopra No.2 black oak finish, in original boxes with all original materials for $12k.  A new pair of these is $23k.  The Music Room didn’t know how old they were but the boxes, that included each serial number, indicates they were manufactured in March 2021.

All I can say is I’m soo happy I looked at pre-owned speakers from a reputable outfit that does complete inspection, testing and provided comprehensive photos.  I also purchased a Zesto Audio Andros PS1 phono stage for $1,800. It had worn 12AX7 tubes that I replaced for $300.  It sounds incredible!  New, it runs $5k+.

 

Just something to consider. Other than being a customer, I have no affiliation with The Music Room.

 

Matt

gramophone_canada
80 posts
 

If you enjoy the Dual Concentric approach of Fyne Audio, have a look at the new F502S or F502SP or the F701SP bookshelf. 

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