Has anyone heard both the Europas and the Meadowlark speakers (as well as the Vandy 2ci)? As for the Vandys, as I understand it, they're designed to be placed away from rear wall, while Meadowlark speakers can be placed within a foot of rear wall without much compromise in sound. Given my room's dimensions, and given the other pieces of furniture in the room, and given WAF, whatever I get needs to have a narrower, smaller footprint, and sound good only 8-12 inches from rear wall. I've read so many enthusiastic recommendations for the Europas, which are persuasive, but have any Europa fans auditioned Swifts (Eagles?) for any length of time? As for the Kestrel 2's, I'd buy 'em in a minute, used, for $700, but I don't see them priced that favorably! Thanks again, Rich
Time Coherent Under $1K
I've got the bug to try time coherent speakers, after reading so many interesting things about them. As far as I can tell, the makers of time coherent speakers are Vandersteen, Green Mountain, Meadowlark and Thiel. Since my room is small (12.5w x 15L x 7h) I think Vandersteens will be too large for a good fit. I've narrowed my choice down to GMA Europas or Meadowlark Swifts (although since Meadowlark just introduced the Eagle that might be my Meadowlark contender). What can I anticipate as the differences (strengths, weaknesses) between Europas and Swifts/Eagles in a room my size? I listen to lps on Thorens TD-320 w/Ortofon Super OM20 via Cayin TA-30 integrated tube amp. Thanks for your insights, Rich
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