[cmalak]

Originally Posted by scirica

Cmalak:

I am extremely impressed with the 948's given the relatively low cost. Of course low when compared to the average speakers on this forum in particular!

I upgraded from Linn AV5140 main and center speakers, Anthem MC500 as a pre/pro, and a Proceed Amp5. Current system is in signature.

Focal/Mcintosh system blows away my old system in every way imaginable. It's more dynamic, detailed, and has the darkest noise floor I've ever "not" heard. I'd say the Aria's do a great job with midrange and higher. Bass is good, but needs a subwoofer for true extension past 40hz.

I did have the Aria's running off the Anthem/Proceed combo for a few weeks and was quite pleased with the step up from the Linns. However, when combined with the Mcintosh MX121 & MC205 they really started to shine. Some speakers seem to like certain electronics better than others. Aria's LOVE Mcintosh!

thx for the feedback