@yogiboy - thanks, but man, it would have been easier if you would have just sent the link, rather than cut and paste it. But good info in that review
Harbeth P3ESR versus LS3/5a by Rogers/Falcon/Sterling/etc
The P3ESR has been described as the best evolution of the 3/5 (or some similar wordings), and some of the Falcons (Gold Badge or ?) have been described as the best version of the LS3/5a.
so which is “better”. Or perhaps better stated, which do you prefer? And why?
If it influences your comments, I would be driving them with AtmaSphere class D monos with a Conrad Johnson ET7 tube preamp
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About two years ago I picked up a pair of Spendor 4/5 speakers which is their current incarnation of the LS3/5a. They have all the vocal magic of the originals but with better bass, smoother treble and handle more power. The list price is about the same as what you'd pay for a Falcon Gold Badge 3/5a and I like them better. Of course, I recognize that some are still fond of the classic original, just as some would want an original T-Bird or Corvette even though there are many modern cars that are faster, handle better, more comfortable and safer. Nice that there is something for everyone out there. |
@mlsstl @donquichotte - appreciate your comments and thoughts. I really don’t know much about any of the Spendors and have never listened to any of them. And have not seen them very often in the used markets. By contrast, I have listened to Harbeths on many occasions, read many reviews, and seen them often on the used markets. I wonder why that is? Better distribution and marketing networks in the US I suspect |
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@meiatflask : Mine are 11 ohms as stated on their backs. The 15 ohm versions used an autoformer on the woofer. |
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