Merlin VSM or Revel Performa F52

Bobby:

The wire is chinese-made, high purity, very fine stranded copper 12AWG. Now, given that all copper is equal - given to us billions of years ago by some supernova explosion - I will stick with what I have, and discard any claims lik e "long-crystal copper" etc. as snake-oil.

The only place where there is an difference, is when you are using low inductance, high capacitance wires. In that specific case, you will have to lower your typical 10K Zobel resistor, as outlined by the Goertz MI-2 example at http://www.audioholics.com/techtips/audioprinciples/interconnects/speakercable2p2.php

Given your reputation and legendary dedication to customers, I will call you in the near future to discuss details.

Have not heard the Revel line.That being said the Merlins are a sure bet in this house.Trust they will make you very happy also,good luck,Bob

I've auditioned many speakers, including Revel Studios. I definitely prefer Merlins. Very musical and pure. Listen to both if you can. Only you can decide.

My expereince with Merlins (just the TSM MXs) and 4 different amps - they need tubes with beauty and musicality, i.e. Air Tight, Joule Electra, and probably EAR 890 (my current amp). I've heard Revels once, some years ago, and also thought them cool and clinical. But, isn't Revel now advertising the new line as more musical and warm sounding, or am I thinking of someone else?

to all,
the e versions of merlin speakers are much fuller and more complete sounding than ever before. many of their owners love their sound on ss amps too. that is why i do not worry about this mans anthem gear and i have heard the anthem and think it sounds wonderful. i recommend it all the time and with his fine stranded copper wires and my jumpers there is no proplem here. the man will also use subs for video and that will fill in the bass to his taste.
regards to all,
bobby