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Emerald Physics CS-2, Opinions Please
Kck, since some of your comments are pointed at me, let me address a few of them:Probably true, and for every 'hot buzz' product there's a guy who hasn't heard them who says they can't be much good for this reason alone.I never wrote that any of t... 
Newbie needs help
4.5 feet is a very narrow distance for front loudspeakers. Figure a distance between the left and right speakers at minimum equal to the distance from your viewing seat to the speakers.I'd look for another dealer/installer, because he's giving you... 
Emerald Physics CS-2, Opinions Please
This dealer arrangement more closely fits the profile of a sales/marketing rep, and it does not seem to benefit the customer other than more timely delivery.It's basically the new Von Schweikert business model as far as I can tell. 
Emerald Physics CS-2, Opinions Please
What's the point of having one US dealer?How much customer service can one US dealer provide to justify the dealer's mark-up?Might as well go factory direct with an in-house sales rep. 
Whats on your turntable tonight?
Genesis - "Wind and Wuthering"Doobie Brothers - "The Captain and Me"Brian Ferry - "Bete Noire"Elton John - "Tumbleweed Connection" 
Synergistic New Tesla Line...Any comments?
Guess SR doesn't like dealers who discount?Wait and buy used. You'll beat the dealer's discount by a significant margin. 
Devore Super 8 speakers with WHAT cable?
Reality Cables was a great suggestion. 
Synergistic New Tesla Line...Any comments?
Be patient and buy used. They'll start to appear in the classifieds as soon as a new, latest-and-greatest hits the threads. 
Need opinions on a tube amp for Wilson WP8
You bought $28,000 speakers and never heard them before? 
Why do no audio enthusiasts use McIntosh?
If you are serious about changing to a tube amp, then you'll be much better off selling the Legacy speakers and buying tube friendly speakers (high sensitivity...95dB+, and flat impedance of 8 ohms or higher). It'll cost much less in the long run,... 
Emerald Physics CS-2, Opinions Please
Oh..Grant..You got the order of previously owner speakers correct! LOL!..I didnt know you were keeping track! ;-) Funny.Kehut (System | Threads | Answers)Frightening, huh?:) 
Emerald Physics CS-2, Opinions Please
Another pair of CS-2 listed. New in the box.Now, two opportunities to buy a slight discounts... 
Emerald Physics CS-2, Opinions Please
Rchau made suggestions of several speakers that are basically in the same price range as the Emeralds, so I don't understand your comment where you stated, "Rchau did not say how long he had been listening to the CS-2's and frankly...his comments ... 
Emerald Physics CS-2, Opinions Please
First off, I'm not interested in a flame war either. I'm offering some perspective that I believe is valid regardless of the item in question.So, a few additional thoughts......I first asked if those that have been listening to them for a few mont... 
Spectron Musician III SE Mk.2? What Changed?
05-16-08: SpectronDear Oofer,There are two changes:a) it sounds better then Mk1b) its price increased.No other changes - the weight is the same, the color is unchanged, the frontpale the same, even screws are the same.This must be a put-on, yes?So...