I just responded to a thread by ssalvari and told him that the 704's are a fine loudspeaker and assured him that the 704's are not muddy, bloomy or lacking in the mids - a decent all-arounder, although they are more laid back than the 703's.
With that said, I must admit that, for my ears, the 704's leave me wanting more. I am accustom to listening to electrostats - very open and more forward-sounding than conventional drivers. I just purchased the 704's and use them for 2 channel stereo only. I have them biwired and powered by a very hearty Audio Research SS (D-240) and round out the SS sound with a smooth tube preamp (Musical Design). They are broke in now and sound very good - very quick, tight low end and decent mids and highs. The problem is, for me, they do tend to sound laid back on some recordings and overall the sound is "small" (restricted). Remember, I used to own ML Sequel II's that gave a very big and open sound.
Now, I'm torn on upgrading to the 703's (at this time, another $800 is my absolute max - wife & kids have better use of my funds). So, I can upgrade to the 703's now or live with my 704's for a year or more and then look into the entry level 800 series.
I'm looking for advise from owners of the 703, 704, 804 and/or experience with all. What are your feelings about the difference between the 704 and the 703; as well as between the 804 and 703? In your opinions, is the upgrade from the 704 to the 703 a significant difference (can you actually hear a big difference?) What are the shortcomings of the 703? Also, how much better does the 804 sound than the 703?
As with most of you, I want the upgrade now! I can have the 703's now, but will have to wait if I’m going to get into the 800 range (probably the 804). What would/have some of you done in similar instances??
Thank you.
olddude
With that said, I must admit that, for my ears, the 704's leave me wanting more. I am accustom to listening to electrostats - very open and more forward-sounding than conventional drivers. I just purchased the 704's and use them for 2 channel stereo only. I have them biwired and powered by a very hearty Audio Research SS (D-240) and round out the SS sound with a smooth tube preamp (Musical Design). They are broke in now and sound very good - very quick, tight low end and decent mids and highs. The problem is, for me, they do tend to sound laid back on some recordings and overall the sound is "small" (restricted). Remember, I used to own ML Sequel II's that gave a very big and open sound.
Now, I'm torn on upgrading to the 703's (at this time, another $800 is my absolute max - wife & kids have better use of my funds). So, I can upgrade to the 703's now or live with my 704's for a year or more and then look into the entry level 800 series.
I'm looking for advise from owners of the 703, 704, 804 and/or experience with all. What are your feelings about the difference between the 704 and the 703; as well as between the 804 and 703? In your opinions, is the upgrade from the 704 to the 703 a significant difference (can you actually hear a big difference?) What are the shortcomings of the 703? Also, how much better does the 804 sound than the 703?
As with most of you, I want the upgrade now! I can have the 703's now, but will have to wait if I’m going to get into the 800 range (probably the 804). What would/have some of you done in similar instances??
Thank you.
olddude
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