2. speakers
  3. 132500-113

Just saw the Absolute Sounds 50 Greatest Bargins in Audio

and agree with so many of their choices.  Many of the top manufacturer's that we are used to seeing.  I am glad they added some of the portable stuff as I am on the go at time and need my music wherever I am.  I use the AQ Dragonfly Red for quick out and about's.  The have the AK 70 DAP and I use the Ak 380cu with amp.  I wish they had IEM's, but most 2 channel reviewers use headphones and not IEMs....

I was pleased to see the Vandersteen Treo CT's. I had the regular ones and now own the Quatro's. I love them as anyone who has seen my posts knows.  I've been blessed to be able to hear so many pieces on their list and I think they've done a great job with the list.  

Thought it was a fun read.  That is all. :). Happy Thanksgiving all.
ctsooner
nitewulf
277 posts
 
Unsure if I agree with the Magico/B&W selections. But I am intrigued by the Constellation Audio Inspiration separates.
Post removed 
testpilot
233 posts
 
As far a lists go, this one is uninspiring


ctsooner's avatar
ctsooner OP
2,104 posts
 
Test, not one of their better efforts. I fully agree.  I have owned some of them and feel that they are a cut above in their price ranges.  It's funny as I always felt I got more out of my Treo's than the other speakers I auditioned under 12k.  I have spent countless hours with a lot of gear.  they are catering to all our different tastes, which is important.  the other thing to keep in mind is that they don't audition everyone's gear anymore either.  I notice that my Ayre gear is not on the list.  Even a few dealers I'm friends with who don't sell Ayre (as others in their area do) feel that it's of the best in it's price ranges.  

We all have our favorites and I must say that mine change often as I get to hear more stuff.  I do have some constants though.  Vandersteen, Ayre and Aurender (saving up for the N10 as it's the best music server I've ever heard and I've heard most of the ultra high end ones as I'm in the market).  

Thought this would be a fun thread for us to post on.  


russbutton's avatar
russbutton
136 posts
 
What a lame list.  Really.  By far the best value in audio are the tube amps from VTA (http://tubes4hifi.com).  Not even close.  You could build a ST-120 kit for less than $1200 or drop nearly $5000 on a Mac 275 that isn't as good.  Exceptional value

And then there are the Linkwitz LX521 and LXmini designs.  The LX521 will go up against anything at any price.  Extraordinary and you can build them for about $3000 with the active crossover.  If you're not a woodworker, hire a local cabinet maker to make 'em up for you.  Won't cost much and you get them built the way you want them.

The LXmini images better than monkey coffins I've heard at $30,000/pair.

That's value.
More to discover