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What speakers?
I've been looking at the Strata Mini's after seeing yours. =T
PERSONALLY, if you did indeed buy the Cremonas, I thought they were probably the most attractive speaker I've ever seen, but in terms of sound/$, might not be the very best.
In any case, you bought a fine speaker, definately reference quality. The Cremonas are extremely musical, they might not like to "rock it out" like other speakers, but for any type of Jazz, Classical, etc... they own.
I had tried some Verity Audio (obviouly a more obscure brand) and thought they were better.... but music and sound is probably the most subjective thing possible.
Good buy I don't know where you get the money for this stuff (own/work at hifi shop?) but congrats.
After getting the RSX-5 I really started to like the Klipsch sound so I figured I'd try something a little different out in their line and aim a bit higher so I went for a pair of RB-81s. They sound amazing.. Now I just need to upgrade the rest of my system (amp/sub) and maybe I'll be done for a while (yeah right! )
it's not much but I just got these setup a few days ago, they are KRK Rp5's
I love the ghetto'd KSC75 headset.
dont think that theyre ksc75
What are the main advantages of using studio monitors like those mackies or KRK rockits as oppose to using high end mains(I guess you would call them mains not sure) like the Martin Logans or B&W. The main purpose for studio monitors is to get a flat sound natural sound. What are the goals of the high end speakers?
The only difference I can think of is monitors are made for near field listening and mains are made for listening all around. Hope someone can clear this up for me, thanks.
Some good speakers placed in bad spots,never place desktop/monitor speakers one being in a corner.This ruins balance and adds nasty room colorations.
No matter if you have mackie,Dynaudio,B&W or even Wilson.
Positioning is everything...or close.
Also, the speaker is also about 4" away from the walls, which helps some.
What are the main advantages of using studio monitors like those mackies or KRK rockits as oppose to using high end mains(I guess you would call them mains not sure) like the Martin Logans or B&W. The main purpose for studio monitors is to get a flat sound natural sound. What are the goals of the high end speakers?
The only difference I can think of is monitors are made for near field listening and mains are made for listening all around. Hope someone can clear this up for me, thanks.
That's actually something I meant to ask a Mackie owner about Your monitors have a passive radiator in the back, not a port tube. Do placement concerns remain the same, or is radiator less sensitive to being 4 inches from a wall than a tube? Maybe the instruction manual mentioned something? My speakers are about 4" from a wall too, and I had to plug the tubes with socks...
I know about corners and horns. I was just wondering whether a passive radiator has any advantages over the port tube with regards to the back wall placement (not corner) and associated reflections.
Thus, I am going to save my pennies for the Sonus Faber Cremona Auditors
I will make sure to post pics once I get mine then.... to keep the hope alive in your neck of the woods, my friend!
That porn would be most welcome
I know that integrated quite well... nice catch!
I know that integrated quite well... nice catch!
Rotel is excellent in that price range. A very good catch indeed. Beware--Rotel stuff is "gateway" gear and has been known to lead to serious audio addictions and the use of "harder stuff".
One happy music enthusiast here!
Don't spread yourself thin with a second system. I would save for a better front end for the reference system. The Summits are a pretty deep rabbit hole and you aren't that far in, especially since you aren't into upsampling yet.
Next time you want to upgrade go talk to Simon or Scott at Audio Consultants in Evanston. They might have stuff you haven't heard yet.
Also, ditch that silly car, get yourself a nice bicycle and some new audio gear! You don't need a car. The chicks might dig the car, but only gear impresses me. (The G35 is an awesome ride though!)