Because i keep harping about the seas driver line called excel.
There is an interesting story on the development of these drivers, I know. But+Where i read it , can't recall. If seas printed the entire story which would go back 30+ yrs ago, you'd be amazed.
Folks get upset with me for my particualr belief that the french, one particular lab, make the finest tube amp and the danes, one particualr lab, the finest speaker.
Its a personal belief that is made more sure each time i hear a system.
Folks don't care for these type personal opinions because they cannot be substantiated, except by my own ears. Which they feel might very well be bias and distorted.
I was into audio back starting in 1973-1981, and then picked it back up in 1998.
I've heard about 20+ lines of speakers/amps in the last 8 yrs.
My first really good speaker was acquired back in 1982, a speaker called philips 2 ways, stocked with danish drivers.
Then I got a pr of B7W 602's, not any better than the Philips, just voiced differently.
When the Seas Thor arrived , all the weaknesses of the Philips and BW's were clearly revealed.
I have yet to hear a speaker that matches the qualities of the Excel driver. Sure a good paper cone with the copper magnet as in the top line Scan Speak may offer a softer tad deeper warmer bass, but how's the clarity of the voicing on the coil? The Excel is claer, distinct, the fainest distortion. Many have attested to the incredible dynamics and power to the Excel Millinium Tweeter.
This speaker has been around since mid 90's. I am only suggesting you consider giving the line a listen in your audio journey. I know its difficult to access listening to a pr,. Tyler Speakers has a link on his site with a few of his customers that are willing to let you listen in their home. Also i believe he allows a grace trial period. Sure my Thor xover is not designed by Tyler, and I'm making every attempt to obtain a pr. That may come early next yr, maybe later this yr.
Read Sally's review in Absolute Sound this month. pass by Barnes and Nobel pick up a copy. Its that model I will try for.
Also go to madisound and navigate around the Seas/Excel kit site , there is aElink of audioVpress , may, 2002 with a write up on story behind the Excel and the Thor.
Do your DD (due diligence)Part of which is to read that AudioEpress article, read Absolute Sounds review of Tyler's Systems2, and go to Tyler;s site see if there is a home audition near you. The closest one to me is north of Jackson Miss, and is too far at the moment.
Also anyone in the Baton rouge area is welcomed to hear the Thor.
There is an interesting story on the development of these drivers, I know. But+Where i read it , can't recall. If seas printed the entire story which would go back 30+ yrs ago, you'd be amazed.
Folks get upset with me for my particualr belief that the french, one particular lab, make the finest tube amp and the danes, one particualr lab, the finest speaker.
Its a personal belief that is made more sure each time i hear a system.
Folks don't care for these type personal opinions because they cannot be substantiated, except by my own ears. Which they feel might very well be bias and distorted.
I was into audio back starting in 1973-1981, and then picked it back up in 1998.
I've heard about 20+ lines of speakers/amps in the last 8 yrs.
My first really good speaker was acquired back in 1982, a speaker called philips 2 ways, stocked with danish drivers.
Then I got a pr of B7W 602's, not any better than the Philips, just voiced differently.
When the Seas Thor arrived , all the weaknesses of the Philips and BW's were clearly revealed.
I have yet to hear a speaker that matches the qualities of the Excel driver. Sure a good paper cone with the copper magnet as in the top line Scan Speak may offer a softer tad deeper warmer bass, but how's the clarity of the voicing on the coil? The Excel is claer, distinct, the fainest distortion. Many have attested to the incredible dynamics and power to the Excel Millinium Tweeter.
This speaker has been around since mid 90's. I am only suggesting you consider giving the line a listen in your audio journey. I know its difficult to access listening to a pr,. Tyler Speakers has a link on his site with a few of his customers that are willing to let you listen in their home. Also i believe he allows a grace trial period. Sure my Thor xover is not designed by Tyler, and I'm making every attempt to obtain a pr. That may come early next yr, maybe later this yr.
Read Sally's review in Absolute Sound this month. pass by Barnes and Nobel pick up a copy. Its that model I will try for.
Also go to madisound and navigate around the Seas/Excel kit site , there is aElink of audioVpress , may, 2002 with a write up on story behind the Excel and the Thor.
Do your DD (due diligence)Part of which is to read that AudioEpress article, read Absolute Sounds review of Tyler's Systems2, and go to Tyler;s site see if there is a home audition near you. The closest one to me is north of Jackson Miss, and is too far at the moment.
Also anyone in the Baton rouge area is welcomed to hear the Thor.