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Avalon or ProAc?

I've narrowed my choices down to either the ProAc 3.8 or the Avalon Eclipse Classic. Maybe a used pair of Opus or Response 5's if I can find them. Any of the above choices would be run on solid state gear. Love a wide, deep soundstage but I'm very partial to a speaker that really images well. Anyone with experiences with any or all of the above choices I would appreciate hearing from.

Thanks
dma
j_k
234 posts
 
I choose the Avalon over the Pro-Ac -- The ProAcs are a bit to bright for my ears...
cornfedboy
1,645 posts
 
dma: i'm very partial to avalons, having owned 3 different pairs. i'm also a fan of the "british sound" manifested especially in proacs. your ears ought to be the final arbiters of your decision. IMO, of all speakers mentioned, the opus is by far the best respecting the characteristics you seek. by all means, try to find a pair used if you can. -kelly
tireguy
1,964 posts
 
Once again Kelly says what I was thinking, yet unable to say. I agree completely with cornfed's coments, I am an Avalon owner as well(eclipse)and I will probably never own another type of speaker as long as they keep up to the good work. The only thing I will add is the Avalon's have a style(aesthetically pleasing exterior)that is second to none, simple, clean and classy. Enjoy and good luck!!
bmpnyc
710 posts
 
DMA, both speakers are well designed and well made, but the ProAc's are not in the same league as the Avalon's in my opinion.
newton
79 posts
 
I prefer the Avalons over the Proacs. You may want to also consider the Vandersteen model 5 speaker. It may be a better value than either of the above mentioned speakers.
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