Feedback on Classic Audio Reproductions T-5

Hey guys, I get it...The speaker that Tvad links to is a new one that Duke doesn't have on his site yet, but he's already priced it at $6,000.

I've researched "most" of the high efficiency speakers including Duke's and Lou's. I'm just hoping to find someone who has actually heard or even owns the T-5s.

Give John Wolfe a call and see if he can refer you to some owners and or enlighten you beyond the info on his site. You could also try Ralph at Atmasphere as he's pretty familiar with all of John's speakers and exhibits with him frequently.

...but he's already priced it at $6,000.
Kennythekey (System | Threads | Answers)

That's in the ballpark of the T-5, isn't it? Perhaps even a little less expensive?

In the past, Duke has offered home trials for his speakers. Not sure if he's offering it with these new models, but if so it'd be a good opportunity to hear them in your system.

Good ideas.

The T-5s are actually twice the money, but they're small enough for my room. I've been saving my dough and will now wait until RMAF where I can listen. Another contender may be the Horning Aristoteles if I can blow by my original goal of $6K and dig deeper.

Tvad - I've read your threads on the Audio Notes and have a question. How much would I give up if I can't get them in the corners or create decent space behind my head?

How much would I give up if I can't get them in the corners or create decent space behind my head?
Kennythekey (System | Threads | Answers)

IMO, you'll give up a lot. They really need corners.

What's your objection to the AudioKinesis possibilities? You don't seem particularly enthused by them.

Have you considered Sonist Concerto 3?

I've heard the Horning Aristoteles. On rock and pop, I thought the bass didn't quite cut it. Kind of loose and "slow". They fared better on classical. Just my opinion...