sennheiserhd485
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Has anyone had any experience with this speaker? Also, are magnepans really the greatest, best possible sounding speakers under $2000?
Euhm. how about Monitor Audio's, Genelec's, Jamo, Spendor, ATC etc. They have some great speaker, but I would never call them 'greatest, best possible sounding speakers under 2000$'.
That was the approach I was going to take. I may also demo the 1.7s on site if I can. I had picked up a mint barely used First Watt J2 for a really great price, but they need reasonably efficient speakers to drive. I love stat sound which is why the maggies were the first ones I considered (but it's for a 2nd system in a bedroom and the zu's are known for a wide sweet spot and great flexibility in positioning)
The best sounding speakers under $2,000 are used Quad ESLs.
Of course, I am horribly biased and the Quads suit my personal tastes quite well. I don't know if they'd suit you. What kind of music do you listen to? What associated gear are you planning to use? What is your listening room like?
Speakers (and headphones) are like buying a suit. Others can point you in the direction of good brands and tailors, but the one that's right for you will be very individual.
Quote:Euhm. how about Monitor Audio's, Genelec's, Jamo, Spendor, ATC etc. They have some great speaker, but I would never call them 'greatest, best possible sounding speakers under 2000$'.
Ok, well which of these speakers are the best possible sounding speakers under $2000? I just want to make sure that I get the best possible sounding speakers for my money. There are much better things to do with your money than audio..
Its funny people always think there is such a thing. What is the best car? What is the best piano? What is the best wife? What is the best job? I could go on forever.
What is the best question?