Looking to upgrade away from polk

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  • Joey_V
    Joey_V Posts: 8,583
    edited September 2015
    Just my opinion.

    I am a fan of BW. So when I heard the venere next to the bowers of similar price, it was a no contest especially in an a/b switch.

    More open sounding.

    And I own both brands.

    I suggest giving BW cm9 a fair shake.
    Magico M2, JL113v2x2, EMM, ARC Ref 10 Line, ARC Ref 10 Phono, VPIx2, Lyra Etna, Airtight Opus1, Boulder, AQ Wel&Wild, SRA Scuttle Rack, BlueSound+LPS, Thorens 124DD+124SPU, Sennheiser, Metaxas R2R
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  • Joey_V
    Joey_V Posts: 8,583
    nbrowser wrote: »
    mikeyb128 wrote: »
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    I've got a serious eye on these...

    Oh man I'd give my left...for a pair of 95F's...gorgeous!

    They are good looking
    Magico M2, JL113v2x2, EMM, ARC Ref 10 Line, ARC Ref 10 Phono, VPIx2, Lyra Etna, Airtight Opus1, Boulder, AQ Wel&Wild, SRA Scuttle Rack, BlueSound+LPS, Thorens 124DD+124SPU, Sennheiser, Metaxas R2R
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  • mikeyb128
    mikeyb128 Posts: 2,885
    Joey_V wrote: »
    Just my opinion.

    I am a fan of BW. So when I heard the venere next to the bowers of similar price, it was a no contest especially in an a/b switch.

    More open sounding.

    And I own both brands.

    I suggest giving BW cm9 a fair shake.

    Definitely will! A used pair of venere has pooped up on Canuck audio mart. Problem is most people aren't into shipping or don't have original boxes anymore. We have very little available to us up here, so trying to work with what's available. Those B&W look sweet. I would love to have access to them.
    2 channel:
    Bryston 4B3, Bryston BDA3, Cary SLP05, Shanling CDT1000SE with parts conneXion level 2 mods, Nottingham analogue ace space 294, soundsmith Carmen MKii, Zu DL103 MKii, Ortofon MC 20 MKii, Dynavector XX2 MKii, Rogue Audio Ares, Core power technologies balanced power conditioner, Akiko Corelli power conditioner with Akiko Audio HQ power cable, Nordost heimdall 2, Frey 2, interconnects, speaker and power cables, Focal Electra 1028 BE 2, Auralic Aries Femto, Black diamond racing cones, ingress audio level 1 roller blocks, JL Audio E110 with Auralic subdude, Primacoustics room treatments.
    Theater:
    Focal Aria 926,905,CC900, SVS PB ultra x2. Pioneer Elite SC85, Oppo BDP93, Panamax M5400PM, Minix neox6, Nordost Blue heaven LS power cables.

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  • Nightfall
    Nightfall Posts: 10,086
    Those speakers look like they sound bright. I don't know why I get that impression, probably because all the drivers look like metal.
    afterburnt wrote: »
    They didn't speak a word of English, they were from South Carolina.

    Village Idiot of Club Polk
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  • Joey_V
    Joey_V Posts: 8,583
    mikey

    My friend is selling his CM10 series 2 speakers in rosenut. He is moving up to Focal 1038BE.

    His price will be right at your budget.

    I have heard CM10 and they are good, very good.

    If you want info, audition something like them and get back to me.
    Magico M2, JL113v2x2, EMM, ARC Ref 10 Line, ARC Ref 10 Phono, VPIx2, Lyra Etna, Airtight Opus1, Boulder, AQ Wel&Wild, SRA Scuttle Rack, BlueSound+LPS, Thorens 124DD+124SPU, Sennheiser, Metaxas R2R
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  • Joey_V
    Joey_V Posts: 8,583
    mikeyb128 wrote: »
    Joey_V wrote: »
    Just my opinion.

    I am a fan of BW. So when I heard the venere next to the bowers of similar price, it was a no contest especially in an a/b switch.

    More open sounding.

    And I own both brands.

    I suggest giving BW cm9 a fair shake.

    Definitely will! A used pair of venere has pooped up on Canuck audio mart. Problem is most people aren't into shipping or don't have original boxes anymore. We have very little available to us up here, so trying to work with what's available. Those B&W look sweet. I would love to have access to them.

    Yes, the CM and the Diamonds have a very good off axis response. If you are into not having to listen directly in the sweet spot (family room, kitchen nearby, etc)... that's my preference. Even the SF Strads dont approach the off axis beauty of the Diamonds.
    Magico M2, JL113v2x2, EMM, ARC Ref 10 Line, ARC Ref 10 Phono, VPIx2, Lyra Etna, Airtight Opus1, Boulder, AQ Wel&Wild, SRA Scuttle Rack, BlueSound+LPS, Thorens 124DD+124SPU, Sennheiser, Metaxas R2R
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  • mikeyb128
    mikeyb128 Posts: 2,885
    Joey_V wrote: »
    mikeyb128 wrote: »
    Joey_V wrote: »
    Just my opinion.

    I am a fan of BW. So when I heard the venere next to the bowers of similar price, it was a no contest especially in an a/b switch.

    More open sounding.

    And I own both brands.

    I suggest giving BW cm9 a fair shake.

    Definitely will! A used pair of venere has pooped up on Canuck audio mart. Problem is most people aren't into shipping or don't have original boxes anymore. We have very little available to us up here, so trying to work with what's available. Those B&W look sweet. I would love to have access to them.

    Yes, the CM and the Diamonds have a very good off axis response. If you are into not having to listen directly in the sweet spot (family room, kitchen nearby, etc)... that's my preference. Even the SF Strads dont approach the off axis beauty of the Diamonds.

    Turns out we have a B&W dealer with product for demo here in the city. I will be stopping by today for a listen :smile:
    2 channel:
    Bryston 4B3, Bryston BDA3, Cary SLP05, Shanling CDT1000SE with parts conneXion level 2 mods, Nottingham analogue ace space 294, soundsmith Carmen MKii, Zu DL103 MKii, Ortofon MC 20 MKii, Dynavector XX2 MKii, Rogue Audio Ares, Core power technologies balanced power conditioner, Akiko Corelli power conditioner with Akiko Audio HQ power cable, Nordost heimdall 2, Frey 2, interconnects, speaker and power cables, Focal Electra 1028 BE 2, Auralic Aries Femto, Black diamond racing cones, ingress audio level 1 roller blocks, JL Audio E110 with Auralic subdude, Primacoustics room treatments.
    Theater:
    Focal Aria 926,905,CC900, SVS PB ultra x2. Pioneer Elite SC85, Oppo BDP93, Panamax M5400PM, Minix neox6, Nordost Blue heaven LS power cables.

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  • mikeyb128
    mikeyb128 Posts: 2,885
    Better off axis performance is one of the qualities I'm looking for. These speakers will be in a living room, that opens into a kitchen, hallway, and main entrance way. With the polks you need to be in the sweet spot for this. Also given the size I need something capable of going loud, I'm really impressed that the lsi can gobble up the power and loud volume levels I give them when having people over. I've also come home to the girl friend blasting the volume pretty loud. And Joey please keep in mind out crappy exchange rate and shipping.
    2 channel:
    Bryston 4B3, Bryston BDA3, Cary SLP05, Shanling CDT1000SE with parts conneXion level 2 mods, Nottingham analogue ace space 294, soundsmith Carmen MKii, Zu DL103 MKii, Ortofon MC 20 MKii, Dynavector XX2 MKii, Rogue Audio Ares, Core power technologies balanced power conditioner, Akiko Corelli power conditioner with Akiko Audio HQ power cable, Nordost heimdall 2, Frey 2, interconnects, speaker and power cables, Focal Electra 1028 BE 2, Auralic Aries Femto, Black diamond racing cones, ingress audio level 1 roller blocks, JL Audio E110 with Auralic subdude, Primacoustics room treatments.
    Theater:
    Focal Aria 926,905,CC900, SVS PB ultra x2. Pioneer Elite SC85, Oppo BDP93, Panamax M5400PM, Minix neox6, Nordost Blue heaven LS power cables.

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  • mikeyb128
    mikeyb128 Posts: 2,885
    Focal Electra 1038be... Wow!!!
    2 channel:
    Bryston 4B3, Bryston BDA3, Cary SLP05, Shanling CDT1000SE with parts conneXion level 2 mods, Nottingham analogue ace space 294, soundsmith Carmen MKii, Zu DL103 MKii, Ortofon MC 20 MKii, Dynavector XX2 MKii, Rogue Audio Ares, Core power technologies balanced power conditioner, Akiko Corelli power conditioner with Akiko Audio HQ power cable, Nordost heimdall 2, Frey 2, interconnects, speaker and power cables, Focal Electra 1028 BE 2, Auralic Aries Femto, Black diamond racing cones, ingress audio level 1 roller blocks, JL Audio E110 with Auralic subdude, Primacoustics room treatments.
    Theater:
    Focal Aria 926,905,CC900, SVS PB ultra x2. Pioneer Elite SC85, Oppo BDP93, Panamax M5400PM, Minix neox6, Nordost Blue heaven LS power cables.

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  • Joey_V
    Joey_V Posts: 8,583
    mikeyb128 wrote: »
    Focal Electra 1038be... Wow!!!
    Pm u
    Magico M2, JL113v2x2, EMM, ARC Ref 10 Line, ARC Ref 10 Phono, VPIx2, Lyra Etna, Airtight Opus1, Boulder, AQ Wel&Wild, SRA Scuttle Rack, BlueSound+LPS, Thorens 124DD+124SPU, Sennheiser, Metaxas R2R
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  • Joey_V
    Joey_V Posts: 8,583
    nbrowser wrote: »
    mikeyb128 wrote: »
    Focal Electra 1038be... Wow!!!

    How much $$$$?

    I think it is $12500 for new if standard finish? I think that's retail...

    But if you get a satin finish black, then it's like $3,000 off. So I think my friend paid around 9K with tax, local new dealer.
    Magico M2, JL113v2x2, EMM, ARC Ref 10 Line, ARC Ref 10 Phono, VPIx2, Lyra Etna, Airtight Opus1, Boulder, AQ Wel&Wild, SRA Scuttle Rack, BlueSound+LPS, Thorens 124DD+124SPU, Sennheiser, Metaxas R2R
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  • mikeyb128
    mikeyb128 Posts: 2,885
    they had the 1028 for 5200$ down from 7000$ focal is having a massive manufacturer sale, the sale rep said they are changing the manufacturer that does the wood grain finishes. So they are blowing out current models. The extra premium for the gloss black is crazy. Was like 500$ on top of the arias 900 series.
    2 channel:
    Bryston 4B3, Bryston BDA3, Cary SLP05, Shanling CDT1000SE with parts conneXion level 2 mods, Nottingham analogue ace space 294, soundsmith Carmen MKii, Zu DL103 MKii, Ortofon MC 20 MKii, Dynavector XX2 MKii, Rogue Audio Ares, Core power technologies balanced power conditioner, Akiko Corelli power conditioner with Akiko Audio HQ power cable, Nordost heimdall 2, Frey 2, interconnects, speaker and power cables, Focal Electra 1028 BE 2, Auralic Aries Femto, Black diamond racing cones, ingress audio level 1 roller blocks, JL Audio E110 with Auralic subdude, Primacoustics room treatments.
    Theater:
    Focal Aria 926,905,CC900, SVS PB ultra x2. Pioneer Elite SC85, Oppo BDP93, Panamax M5400PM, Minix neox6, Nordost Blue heaven LS power cables.

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  • grimmace19
    grimmace19 Posts: 1,429
    Goldenear Triton 2 should be in the mix.
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  • mikeyb128
    mikeyb128 Posts: 2,885
    grimmace19 wrote: »
    Goldenear Triton 2 should be in the mix.

    Yup thought of those too. But after having lsi25's I'm not into the powered tower thing. I do already have an svs sub. I'd love to hear them though.
    2 channel:
    Bryston 4B3, Bryston BDA3, Cary SLP05, Shanling CDT1000SE with parts conneXion level 2 mods, Nottingham analogue ace space 294, soundsmith Carmen MKii, Zu DL103 MKii, Ortofon MC 20 MKii, Dynavector XX2 MKii, Rogue Audio Ares, Core power technologies balanced power conditioner, Akiko Corelli power conditioner with Akiko Audio HQ power cable, Nordost heimdall 2, Frey 2, interconnects, speaker and power cables, Focal Electra 1028 BE 2, Auralic Aries Femto, Black diamond racing cones, ingress audio level 1 roller blocks, JL Audio E110 with Auralic subdude, Primacoustics room treatments.
    Theater:
    Focal Aria 926,905,CC900, SVS PB ultra x2. Pioneer Elite SC85, Oppo BDP93, Panamax M5400PM, Minix neox6, Nordost Blue heaven LS power cables.

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  • Joey_V
    Joey_V Posts: 8,583
    nbrowser wrote: »
    Joey_V wrote: »
    nbrowser wrote: »
    mikeyb128 wrote: »
    Focal Electra 1038be... Wow!!!

    How much $$$$?

    I think it is $12500 for new if standard finish? I think that's retail...

    But if you get a satin finish black, then it's like $3,000 off. So I think my friend paid around 9K with tax, local new dealer.

    Joey, mikey and I are north of the 49th...add at minimum 35% to those numbers if your talking US dollars...yeah we get ripped fairly good on stuff.

    Geez
    Magico M2, JL113v2x2, EMM, ARC Ref 10 Line, ARC Ref 10 Phono, VPIx2, Lyra Etna, Airtight Opus1, Boulder, AQ Wel&Wild, SRA Scuttle Rack, BlueSound+LPS, Thorens 124DD+124SPU, Sennheiser, Metaxas R2R
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  • mikeyb128
    mikeyb128 Posts: 2,885
    Joey_V wrote: »
    nbrowser wrote: »
    Joey_V wrote: »
    nbrowser wrote: »
    mikeyb128 wrote: »
    Focal Electra 1038be... Wow!!!

    How much $$$$?

    I think it is $12500 for new if standard finish? I think that's retail...

    But if you get a satin finish black, then it's like $3,000 off. So I think my friend paid around 9K with tax, local new dealer.

    Joey, mikey and I are north of the 49th...add at minimum 35% to those numbers if your talking US dollars...yeah we get ripped fairly good on stuff.

    Geez

    1.32$ cad to equal 1.00$ usd

    OUCH!
    2 channel:
    Bryston 4B3, Bryston BDA3, Cary SLP05, Shanling CDT1000SE with parts conneXion level 2 mods, Nottingham analogue ace space 294, soundsmith Carmen MKii, Zu DL103 MKii, Ortofon MC 20 MKii, Dynavector XX2 MKii, Rogue Audio Ares, Core power technologies balanced power conditioner, Akiko Corelli power conditioner with Akiko Audio HQ power cable, Nordost heimdall 2, Frey 2, interconnects, speaker and power cables, Focal Electra 1028 BE 2, Auralic Aries Femto, Black diamond racing cones, ingress audio level 1 roller blocks, JL Audio E110 with Auralic subdude, Primacoustics room treatments.
    Theater:
    Focal Aria 926,905,CC900, SVS PB ultra x2. Pioneer Elite SC85, Oppo BDP93, Panamax M5400PM, Minix neox6, Nordost Blue heaven LS power cables.

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  • Joey_V
    Joey_V Posts: 8,583
    So what's the plan mikey?
    Magico M2, JL113v2x2, EMM, ARC Ref 10 Line, ARC Ref 10 Phono, VPIx2, Lyra Etna, Airtight Opus1, Boulder, AQ Wel&Wild, SRA Scuttle Rack, BlueSound+LPS, Thorens 124DD+124SPU, Sennheiser, Metaxas R2R
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  • mikeyb128
    mikeyb128 Posts: 2,885
    Joey_V wrote: »
    So what's the plan mikey?

    I said I was going to keep the lsi, I put them up for sale as a feeler, I have a guy coming to check them out on the weekend, and I have some Nordost red dawns kicking around and some other misc cables. Going to see if I can increase my budget. I fell in love with those electras, I might try to get the 1028. I'm going to hold tight for a week or so, there's a demo pair I might be able to scoop up!

    2 channel:
    Bryston 4B3, Bryston BDA3, Cary SLP05, Shanling CDT1000SE with parts conneXion level 2 mods, Nottingham analogue ace space 294, soundsmith Carmen MKii, Zu DL103 MKii, Ortofon MC 20 MKii, Dynavector XX2 MKii, Rogue Audio Ares, Core power technologies balanced power conditioner, Akiko Corelli power conditioner with Akiko Audio HQ power cable, Nordost heimdall 2, Frey 2, interconnects, speaker and power cables, Focal Electra 1028 BE 2, Auralic Aries Femto, Black diamond racing cones, ingress audio level 1 roller blocks, JL Audio E110 with Auralic subdude, Primacoustics room treatments.
    Theater:
    Focal Aria 926,905,CC900, SVS PB ultra x2. Pioneer Elite SC85, Oppo BDP93, Panamax M5400PM, Minix neox6, Nordost Blue heaven LS power cables.

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  • Joey_V
    Joey_V Posts: 8,583
    If there's anything I can do, let me know.

    I know a good dealer in FLA, but I have not figured out how he does canada sales. He is my friend and he will hook you up. PM me.
    Magico M2, JL113v2x2, EMM, ARC Ref 10 Line, ARC Ref 10 Phono, VPIx2, Lyra Etna, Airtight Opus1, Boulder, AQ Wel&Wild, SRA Scuttle Rack, BlueSound+LPS, Thorens 124DD+124SPU, Sennheiser, Metaxas R2R
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  • Upstatemax
    Upstatemax Posts: 2,685
    mikeyb128 wrote: »
    Joey_V wrote: »
    So what's the plan mikey?

    I said I was going to keep the lsi, I put them up for sale as a feeler, I have a guy coming to check them out on the weekend, and I have some Nordost red dawns kicking around and some other misc cables. Going to see if I can increase my budget. I fell in love with those electras, I might try to get the 1028. I'm going to hold tight for a week or so, there's a demo pair I might be able to scoop up!


    I think you will LOVE the move to Focal speakers.

    A lot of what you have said yo want from new speakers, I think Focal hits. More detailed top end, without being bright. Clearly defined and fast bass. Great imaging...

    I'm in their entry stuff and I LOVE them. In a way I really, really want to get my ears on their higher end stuff, but I also really don't want to open that can of worms.

    I need my kids to get out of daycare so that I can start to expand my audio budget!
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  • ken brydson
    ken brydson Posts: 8,779
    edited September 2015
    Upstatemax wrote: »
    mikeyb128 wrote: »
    Joey_V wrote: »
    So what's the plan mikey?

    I said I was going to keep the lsi, I put them up for sale as a feeler, I have a guy coming to check them out on the weekend, and I have some Nordost red dawns kicking around and some other misc cables. Going to see if I can increase my budget. I fell in love with those electras, I might try to get the 1028. I'm going to hold tight for a week or so, there's a demo pair I might be able to scoop up!




    I need my kids to get out of daycare so that I can start to expand my audio budget!

    When they're out of HS and college come talk to me. That's where I'm at now...

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  • mikeyb128
    mikeyb128 Posts: 2,885
    Upstatemax wrote: »
    mikeyb128 wrote: »
    Joey_V wrote: »
    So what's the plan mikey?

    I said I was going to keep the lsi, I put them up for sale as a feeler, I have a guy coming to check them out on the weekend, and I have some Nordost red dawns kicking around and some other misc cables. Going to see if I can increase my budget. I fell in love with those electras, I might try to get the 1028. I'm going to hold tight for a week or so, there's a demo pair I might be able to scoop up!


    I think you will LOVE the move to Focal speakers.

    A lot of what you have said yo want from new speakers, I think Focal hits. More detailed top end, without being bright. Clearly defined and fast bass. Great imaging...

    I'm in their entry stuff and I LOVE them. In a way I really, really want to get my ears on their higher end stuff, but I also really don't want to open that can of worms.

    I need my kids to get out of daycare so that I can start to expand my audio budget!

    Oh man... Even the aria with new drivers and tweeters were fantastic. The sound stage was wide and open. At one point I had to check to see if the speakers were even playing, it sounded as though the music was 10 feet behind the speakers. Insane! After listening to the electras, my system was very disappointing lol!

    What focals are you using?
    2 channel:
    Bryston 4B3, Bryston BDA3, Cary SLP05, Shanling CDT1000SE with parts conneXion level 2 mods, Nottingham analogue ace space 294, soundsmith Carmen MKii, Zu DL103 MKii, Ortofon MC 20 MKii, Dynavector XX2 MKii, Rogue Audio Ares, Core power technologies balanced power conditioner, Akiko Corelli power conditioner with Akiko Audio HQ power cable, Nordost heimdall 2, Frey 2, interconnects, speaker and power cables, Focal Electra 1028 BE 2, Auralic Aries Femto, Black diamond racing cones, ingress audio level 1 roller blocks, JL Audio E110 with Auralic subdude, Primacoustics room treatments.
    Theater:
    Focal Aria 926,905,CC900, SVS PB ultra x2. Pioneer Elite SC85, Oppo BDP93, Panamax M5400PM, Minix neox6, Nordost Blue heaven LS power cables.

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  • Joey_V
    Joey_V Posts: 8,583
    Upstatemax wrote: »
    mikeyb128 wrote: »
    Joey_V wrote: »
    So what's the plan mikey?

    I said I was going to keep the lsi, I put them up for sale as a feeler, I have a guy coming to check them out on the weekend, and I have some Nordost red dawns kicking around and some other misc cables. Going to see if I can increase my budget. I fell in love with those electras, I might try to get the 1028. I'm going to hold tight for a week or so, there's a demo pair I might be able to scoop up!


    I think you will LOVE the move to Focal speakers.

    A lot of what you have said yo want from new speakers, I think Focal hits. More detailed top end, without being bright. Clearly defined and fast bass. Great imaging...

    I'm in their entry stuff and I LOVE them. In a way I really, really want to get my ears on their higher end stuff, but I also really don't want to open that can of worms.

    I need my kids to get out of daycare so that I can start to expand my audio budget!

    Yeah dude daycare can kill the budget.
    Magico M2, JL113v2x2, EMM, ARC Ref 10 Line, ARC Ref 10 Phono, VPIx2, Lyra Etna, Airtight Opus1, Boulder, AQ Wel&Wild, SRA Scuttle Rack, BlueSound+LPS, Thorens 124DD+124SPU, Sennheiser, Metaxas R2R
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  • Upstatemax
    Upstatemax Posts: 2,685
    mikeyb128 wrote: »
    What focals are you using?

    I have two sets of the Chorus 806V's.

    One set in my 2ch system and one set in my HT for the front sound stage (I don't like center channels).

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  • Willow
    Willow Posts: 11,056
    Joey_V wrote: »
    Upstatemax wrote: »
    mikeyb128 wrote: »
    Joey_V wrote: »
    So what's the plan mikey?

    I said I was going to keep the lsi, I put them up for sale as a feeler, I have a guy coming to check them out on the weekend, and I have some Nordost red dawns kicking around and some other misc cables. Going to see if I can increase my budget. I fell in love with those electras, I might try to get the 1028. I'm going to hold tight for a week or so, there's a demo pair I might be able to scoop up!


    I think you will LOVE the move to Focal speakers.

    A lot of what you have said yo want from new speakers, I think Focal hits. More detailed top end, without being bright. Clearly defined and fast bass. Great imaging...

    I'm in their entry stuff and I LOVE them. In a way I really, really want to get my ears on their higher end stuff, but I also really don't want to open that can of worms.

    I need my kids to get out of daycare so that I can start to expand my audio budget!

    Yeah dude daycare can kill the budget.

    I hear you both. Two in daycare up until this past Sept. Son is still in before and after care daughter due to her dob being Jan she has another two years in daycare :'( .

    We will feel rich when she is out of daycare.

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  • Upstatemax
    Upstatemax Posts: 2,685
    Willow wrote: »
    I hear you both. Two in daycare up until this past Sept. Son is still in before and after care daughter due to her dob being Jan she has another two years in daycare :'( .

    We will feel rich when she is out of daycare.

    It's seriously painful... Not only do we pay for full-time daycare for our two kids, but my four year old is also in pre-school three days a week...

    Ohh, don't forget that we now have to pay for someone to come and pick her up from daycare and drop her off at pre-school!

    Looking at the checks laying on the kitchen table this past week:

    Ohh, there is enough to buy my Marantz SR7009 that I want...
    Ohh, that one could almost pay for the Oppo BDP-105 that I want...
    Ohh, that one could buy several albums that I want...

    These kids better become surgeons.
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  • Joey_V
    Joey_V Posts: 8,583
    Upstatemax wrote: »
    Willow wrote: »
    I hear you both. Two in daycare up until this past Sept. Son is still in before and after care daughter due to her dob being Jan she has another two years in daycare :'( .

    We will feel rich when she is out of daycare.

    It's seriously painful... Not only do we pay for full-time daycare for our two kids, but my four year old is also in pre-school three days a week...

    Ohh, don't forget that we now have to pay for someone to come and pick her up from daycare and drop her off at pre-school!

    Looking at the checks laying on the kitchen table this past week:

    Ohh, there is enough to buy my Marantz SR7009 that I want...
    Ohh, that one could almost pay for the Oppo BDP-105 that I want...
    Ohh, that one could buy several albums that I want...

    These kids better become surgeons.

    Surgeons?

    I want my kid to become a hedge fund manager.

    Or a rocket scientist.

    Lol
    Magico M2, JL113v2x2, EMM, ARC Ref 10 Line, ARC Ref 10 Phono, VPIx2, Lyra Etna, Airtight Opus1, Boulder, AQ Wel&Wild, SRA Scuttle Rack, BlueSound+LPS, Thorens 124DD+124SPU, Sennheiser, Metaxas R2R
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  • Joey_V
    Joey_V Posts: 8,583
    DSkip wrote: »
    Its worth the investment though. I sometimes look at cousins with a wealth of material possessions and get a little frustrated. Then I look at my children, of which they have none, and it all melts away. It'd be nice to be able to do both, but not realistic on average wages.

    Agreed bud
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  • Upstatemax
    Upstatemax Posts: 2,685
    edited September 2015
    Joey_V wrote: »
    Surgeons?

    I want my kid to become a hedge fund manager.

    Or a rocket scientist.

    Lol


    Lol.

    You're already a Dr.

    Gotta keep in mind Joey, Surgeon is a couple of steps up the financial ladder from where my kids are starting!

    Don't want to pressure them too much! Lol

    Edit: Besides, I know a few rocket scientist. Some of them make less than me!

    Stick to the Hedge Fund Manager...
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  • Willow
    Willow Posts: 11,056
    I'd sell all my gear and never look back if I had to for my kids. But I too, see deals everywhere and think ohh ...but wait. Daycare and before and afterschool care. I will one day upgrade my speakers and my TV. Gotta go .... need to write a cheque for soccer and dance.
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