Speaker Upgrading??

[june]

Hello All,

I have Paradigm Ref Studio 100's V2 and very happy with them. A friend upgraded to the V5. From the V2. I don't want to hear them because they may sound better. We both use a Rotel RSP-1068 processor & 1075 amp.

If I was going to upgrade on speakers, I would choose another brand. What are your thoughts on speaker upgrading???

[Johnloudb]

I haven't heard this exact Sound Lab model ... I've heard his old A1, Dynastat, and Ultimate speakers. Really natural, resolving and open sounding.

http://www.soundlab-speakers.com/m1px.htm

The Dynastat is really nice too, although I've olny heard his early model years ago.

http://www.soundlab-speakers.com/dynastat.htm

I know these are pricey, but just thought I'd mention them.

I like Thiel speakers very much too. I own some old CS1s. Again, I haven't heard his recent work. But I think he designs for accurate/neutral reproduction. (i.e. low distortion, time coherent, ...).

Maybe the 3 way, Thiel 2.4?

Thiel Speakers

[NonSense]

June

IMO, lateral moves are usually disappointing. (Unless there is something specific you don't like about your system which is addressed by a simialar priced competative piece) If I am going to make a move, I usually take a big step. Lots of incremental moves usually cost more in the long run.

Cheers,

[Chris D]

I STRONGLY agree with that. The general approach I've adopted for myself, regarding upgrades, is that I will not upgrade equipment until I can make a QUANTUM jump in performance. Otherwise, you're spending a bunch of money to buy something you pretty much already have, with a small improvement. Thus, you're spending a bunch of money for a little gain. If you can spend a bunch of money plus just a little bit more, you can often get a much bigger gain, getting more bang for your buck.