Focal Kanta No.2

I listened to Triton 2s a while ago, and came away with the distinct impression that they were primarily voiced with HT in mind.

Of course, you, Kosst, mmeysarosh, and all others are entitled to their listening preferences and opinions.

Triton naysayers should consider another listen or hearing confirmation check, as I come to learn (today, and unconfirmed although via a reliable source) that the new Stereophile Recommended Components issue is out and the Triton Reference (yes, I know I’m quoting your T2 comment) is in CLASS A - FULL RANGE. **AND** the **least expensive** member of that very-elite group, by a factor of 2x.

Just sayin :)

@ joey_v

Thanks, looks like he carries not only Focal, but also a lot of the other brands I'm interested in!  Will check it out.

@gdhal 
That's cool. Somebody out there needs to make a really good home theater speaker. 

I don't think I've ever said I don't like GE's. I didn't buy them because they failed to convey the aggression and grit some of the music I like calls for. 

@kosst_amojan


All good.

Besides, as a general rule of thumb, as far as this forum is concerned, I consider you a Phriend :)

@gdhal 

I have seen three sets of measurements out of the Triton Reference and I will agree that its a considerable improvement. Even the plus series showed good progress from prior versions. Nonetheless, Stereophile just like all other reviewers are ranked subjectively and all of us feel and hear differently about the sound we like. I was honestly surprised the Sopra 3 was placed in the Class B Full Range category, but this isn't the only time a head scratch moment has come from their listings. Every other subjective ranking for the Sopra series have held them in higher regard. While I don't think the Sopra are SOTA, I do feel they offer performance nearing the top of their price categories.  With the strides that GE has made, and what I expect will be made in light of the Reference model, they do warrant an additional audition. In respect to the Kanta2 and other models that may or may not flesh out of the line, they should come out as pretty solid speakers. A little pricey, but nothing obscene. Love the overall look though.

In any review, a combination of system synergy, musical preferences, room, and your own personal preferences to the sound will impact how one regards a product. I believe your must understand a reviewer in all these terms to understand the perspective. When they discuss the music they used in the review, a speaker history and comparisons if possible, and disclosure about the complete environment is really necessary to get a frame of reference.