*Picture for attention. This is not how they’re set up*

I started with the Klipsch R-15PM + 10SW, and I thought they were the best thing since sliced bread. Then, years later I found my beloved Yamaha NS-1000 Monitors. These were different, raw, natural, and I finally understood “image” and “soundstage”. Yes, it took years, but I discovered it, I think. I know that the NS 1000 Ms are unique in that their purpose was specific for creating music (I’ve read), but I like them and the raw feel, A LOT. So, at this point, I feel like they’re so good I’m not sure how something can be better. I can kinda imagine, but some of it must be in our own head, right?

I know “good” and “better” is subjective, but they’re almost 50 years old now, and if other speakers are selling for $80k then, for sure they’re that much better? I know there’s a difference between ported, sealed, and rear opened speakers too.

I love my speakers and I listen to them almost daily. I just don’t know what direction I would take if I had the opportunity.

Thanks for your input!

  • Flynn_livesBEnglish
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    1 year ago

    Sonus Faber Aida II’s. Not sure what was powering them but goddamn they sounded amazing.

  • Available-Ad6584BEnglish
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    1 year ago

    I’ve heard linn 360 for a few songs and those are the best I’ve heard but at the same time of being unforgettable. My adam a5x with svs pb1000, with room correction and absorption panels, is at least in some ways. Just unbeatable. That’s my honest opinion. But overall the linn were better but some qualities are not comparable between high end speakers

  • Derben16BEnglish
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    1 year ago

    Whatever 11.5 or something system they have at Blackbird studios in Nashville. It was a few years ago now, so I don’t remember the specifics, maybe it was a Dolby Atmos system? They played Behmian Rhapsody and Time.

  • Halzers15BEnglish
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    1 year ago

    Quad ESL57 on custom steel stands powered by Naim amps. I’ve owned huge Wilsons and a few flagship “end game” speakers but nothing can beat the original Quads for midrange & treble. But… it’s a love hate relationship because they are inefficient, can’t handle much power, and the sweet spot is slightly smaller than a human head. Once you get them set up right, however, they sound like you’ve cut the window through the fabric of space-time to hear the original event live.