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Harbeth 30.1 vs Ref 3a De Capo be

Hi Everyone,

Putting differences in price aside...which of the above would do better in female vocals (full and vivid) and acoustic instrumental music. I listen to acoustic guitar and piano mostly. Life like instrument size is priorty too. In a nutshell, looking for a big and full sounding small/smallish speaker. Would like to avoid edgy,thin and fatiguing overall sound quality at all cost. I am extra sensitive to excessive HF...ie...sibilance and top end tizziness.

Room is treated (front wall bass traps and side wall 1st & 2nd reflection points)...10 x 16 x 9.

Listen to digital only...integrated tube amp 30 watts/ch.

Seeking some feedback from those who have had experience with the above mentioned speakers. Unfortunately, I have to audition at two different dealerships and with different electronics. So it's a bit harder to tell than if it were a side by side comparison.

Thanks for your help.


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Topic - Harbeth 30.1 vs Ref 3a De Capo be - pc123v 13:31:13 04/12/15 (33)

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