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In Reply to: Re: Will a tube amp tame a harsh metal tweeter?? posted by Mr Blue Sky on May 25, 2003 at 12:30:39:
I was also apprehensive when I looked at the specs. But I did a couple of extended auditioning sessions, and walked away convinced from what I heard that at worst you are not giving up any bass. You are in fact gaining just a tad more, while still keeping it tight. It's definitely worth the audition. Another speaker that I like in that lineage of sound, size and looks is the Dynaudio Contour MK 1.8. Of note, this is a steady walk up the food chain, so budget comes in to play.
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I definitely like tight, defined bass. The Dynaudio is out of the question as I doubt my 40wpc integrated amp will do them justice. The Spendor would be at the very tip top of my price range. So you have compared the Monitor Audio Silver 8i to the Spendor S8 and you are certain the Spendor offers comparable bass? If I could accomplish studio monitor realism and accuracy without the harshness of the Monitor Audios, I would be thrilled.
Had the same problem with a pair of B&W's with a metal tweeter.
I did the following and it worked:Switched to a hybrid amplifier. The tubes help.
Repositioned the speakers, almost, but not quite, straight ahead.
Added felt around the tweeters
Put bookshelves at first reflection points on side walls.
Now the treble is great; the brightness gone.
Yep, that's my assessment. I know the MA S8i intimately, as I am currently getting the most out of a pair that I have had for 3 years, while seeking out an upgrade path. My speakers are not so much a priority for me as a front end. Go audition the Spendor's and hear for yourself.
What are your electronics? Do you find the same harshness with the 8is that I am experiencing? Do you listen to primarily two channel music or home theater? What type of music do you listen to? Have you heard Castle speakers?
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