Canton K5 Bought

[Masterlu]

Originally Posted by LarsT

Good to hear. I had a similar reaction to the bass in my 9K’s as well. Do you find the high and low ends to be balanced? I find the bass in my 9K’s to overwhelm the treble a bit at times. I am not one for using the DSP in Roon, but I am considering raising the gain to get more treble.

I look forward to a comparison with the 3K’s once everything is properly set up.

Just bring a shoehorn back with you. You know you need to fit the 1K in. It would be incomplete otherwise.

I know, just not looking forward to carrying these 300lb each monsters upstairs. I find these to be incredibly well balanced.

[Formerly YB-2]

Originally Posted by LarsT

I had a similar reaction to the bass in my 9K’s as well. Do you find the high and low ends to be balanced? I find the bass in my 9K’s to overwhelm the treble a bit at times.

Exactly my thoughts on the 9Ks. They seem to balance out a better at higher listening levels. At the lower levels I do 95% of my listening at the bass is too much and has to cut back to allow the upper mids & highs their chance. I've been listening in the near-field and am going to move the 9Ks back to see if it helps with the treble/bass balance. Am also thinking of stuffing some foam in the ports.

[LarsT]

I have the ultimate near-field set up, which doesn’t help create a balanced sound: I’m using them as my computer speakers, with the wall too close. I listen at “low” volume mostly and occasionally turn the volume up and sit back 8 feet or so to listen for a while. Overall though, I am very happy with them. I was not expecting such a wide and deep soundstage. And while there is a lot of bass, it is certainly not bloated. As Ivan has said, they are a tremendous value. I can only imagine what 5Ks sound like when properly dialed in.

[Masterlu]

Originally Posted by LarsT

I have the ultimate near-field set up, which doesn’t help create a balanced sound: I’m using them as my computer speakers, with the wall too close. I listen at “low” volume mostly and occasionally turn the volume up and sit back 8 feet or so to listen for a while. Overall though, I am very happy with them. I was not expecting such a wide and deep soundstage. And while there is a lot of bass, it is certainly not bloated. As Ivan has said, they are a tremendous value. I can only imagine what 5Ks sound like when properly dialed in.

Hopefully you will get to visit me, and hear them all.

[LarsT]

[FreddieFerric]

Originally Posted by Masterlu

Lars... the K5’s sound simply amazing with the new Accuphase gear. Considering how everything is brand new, and that I just placed the K5’s where I thought they looked good. I haven’t done any Speaker placement, and the soundstage is superb. Bass was especially surprising too for this inexpensive model; I may not need subs after all.

When I return soon, I will be installing all new WW Series 8 Cable and fine tune the K5’s placement.

I have not done any direct comparisons against the K3’s yet. In fact, I need to evaluate if this room can handle another pair of speakers; the K1’s.

The review I'm anxiously awaiting.

[SX-626]

Originally Posted by FreddieFerric

The review I'm anxiously awaiting.

+1

[Formerly YB-2]

Originally Posted by LarsT

I have the ultimate near-field set up, which doesn’t help create a balanced sound: I’m using them as my computer speakers, with the wall too close. I listen at “low” volume mostly and occasionally turn the volume up and sit back 8 feet or so to listen for a while. Overall though, I am very happy with them. I was not expecting such a wide and deep soundstage. And while there is a lot of bass, it is certainly not bloated. As Ivan has said, they are a tremendous value. I can only imagine what 5Ks sound like when properly dialed in.

Not sure of the 'why', but the 9K's bass emphasis was tamed by adding more power. Jumped up from 18wpc to 42wpc and they've settled down and evened out. Won't pretend to understand why, but they are a real pleasure to listen to with the additional power. Perhaps there is better dampening or whatever with the additional power.

[Masterlu]

Originally Posted by Formerly YB-2

Not sure of the 'why', but the 9K's bass emphasis was tamed by adding more power. Jumped up from 18wpc to 42wpc and they've settled down and evened out. Won't pretend to understand why, but they are a real pleasure to listen to with the additional power. Perhaps there is better dampening or whatever with the additional power.

More control, for sure.

[Roni]

Masterlu,

I know you put together Accuphase - Canton System. But maybe You try Canton 1K whit Mcintosh MC2KW(2)/MC1.2KW(2) just for fun!?