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Speed

I have just been looking for new speakers. In many ways some of the most expensive speakers I listened to have not lived up to my expectations or headphones (Shure 1540; Senn 700) with dedicated amplifiers.
I couldn't figure out what is the elusive factor. I think I now have it. In my mind, the speed at which the drivers can change speed and direction seems to be the key. I think the tiny drivers in headphones are just quicker. As the drivers get bigger, there is more momentum, therefore decreased agility or what I am calling speed.
In my price range, the quickest and most appealing at this point seem to be the Vivid 1.5. Everyone prioritizes different things. These speakers certainly won't shake the room, but they seem to have what I am looking for.
Just thought I would throw out my thoughts on this night when no one is moving with much speed after all the turkey, stuffing and pumpkin pie.
Happy Holidays

crwindy
randy-11
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for speed it is important to use Quads or Maggies; eschew cones
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kalali
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Like everything in audio there are always tradeoffs that need to be made. I have three systems each with speakers with a different design; Martin Logan ESL, Vandersteen 2Ci, and a home made pair of back-loaded horns with full range drivers. The single drivers are the most transparent and fastest but only with certain music and at low to medium listening levels. The 2Cis are the slowest and least transparent as compared to others but they sound great with most music, maybe with the exception of large orchestral symphonies, and can be played loud. The ESLs are the best compromise for all aspects. Of course they are all in different rooms with different size and shape and driven with different gear so the comparisons are not technically accurate but the overall perception still remains relatively close. I suspect there are speakers out there that meet all the criteria but I probably will not be able to afford them.
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soundsrealaudio
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windy

I think the Vivids would be a great choice. 
teo_audio
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Re op:

It's usually tied to the phase coherence of the crossover in the midbass.
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