As always I am in the ring for Paradigm ... I just love em. I'm actually running the Signature S4's but I was lead down that path by a friend with the Reference 40 v3. I think for the money they put out a great sound. Solid bass ... pretty easy to drive and can perform in a 2 channel or HT setup well. Unlike some higher end more dynamic speakers they are pretty amp friendly. By that I mean I have heard them through Denon and Rotel receivers, Nakamichi Stasis PA-7, Mark Levinson No. 23.5, Sansui AU-11000 and even a Carver M-500. Each setup had its own unique sound but the bass and clarity stood out each time. Sneak in a good sub and you will have pretty amazing sound in the $1500-$2000 price point.
The one thing I dont like about them ... something which the Taylor's do very, very well is build an attractive cabinet. I understand the whole MDF density advantage but slap on some real wood veneer and charge us another $200 -at least make it an option. The Signatures could have the more exotic finishes but at least provide Oak and Cherry in the Reference line.
Glad i got that off my chest ...
I dont want to take anything away from the Tyler product, as I have never heard them. I too am interested Tyler Acoustics and opinions regarding there sound especially from someone who has heard both.
The one thing I dont like about them ... something which the Taylor's do very, very well is build an attractive cabinet. I understand the whole MDF density advantage but slap on some real wood veneer and charge us another $200 -at least make it an option. The Signatures could have the more exotic finishes but at least provide Oak and Cherry in the Reference line.
Glad i got that off my chest ...
I dont want to take anything away from the Tyler product, as I have never heard them. I too am interested Tyler Acoustics and opinions regarding there sound especially from someone who has heard both.