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Old 10-19-2022, 05:42 AM
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Old 10-19-2022, 02:05 PM
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Bart… I used to have Canton Ref K1’s, but I had a customer recently that didn’t want to wait for a year. I’ll replace them down the road.
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Old 10-20-2022, 12:13 AM
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Great thread - from above posts, I've had the good fortune of combining the good looks of B&W 802Ds, SF Amati Futuras, SF 803Ds, and Canton 5Ks in current or past systems with the primary benefit of sonic bliss. While I get that the 802Ds' "bowling ball" look doesn't work for everyone, I find that speakers that look good to me bring another element of enjoyment. That element is often complementary to listening to classical or jazz especially, where more traditional good looks fits those vibes (no pun intended!).

I've heard some excellent speakers that don't appeal aesthetically to me and therefore I wouldn't really consider them. That's a function more of having other wonderful choices in the market than making any sonic compromise.

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Old 10-20-2022, 08:37 AM
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I've heard some excellent speakers that don't appeal aesthetically to me and therefore I wouldn't really consider them. That's a function more of having other wonderful choices in the market than making any sonic compromise.
Bravo! (I am not in agreement with you about specific choices but that's still in keeping with your statement.)
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Old 10-20-2022, 10:06 AM
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Avalon makes a beautiful speaker
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Old 10-21-2022, 01:13 AM
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Bravo! (I am not in agreement with you about specific choices but that's still in keeping with your statement.)
Kal, then you took it exactly as I meant it. I do drive Audi, so that should make up for the specific speakers (I don't remember where, but I do remember you writing about an A7 if I recall, which was my favorite Audi).
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Old 10-22-2022, 02:11 PM
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Sonus Faber Amati Futura……. But I know I’m biased
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Avalon makes a beautiful speaker

Yes they do!
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As I just purchased a pair, I'll now have to vote for the Triangle Magellan Duetto as one of the most beautiful.............

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