Joe's next speakers

[richb]

well @ 200 lbs, the shipping is probably as much as he is asking for the speakers anyway!Seems to me that if you have room for the strads ,then a pair of tannoy might fit *L*

[still-one]

I'll been waiting 3 months next week for the 40's. There seems to be some parts problems. If I can cancel the order without problem, the Strads are next. I don't think I need accurate. I want musical, fun speakers.

It sounds like you are looking at the right speakers. They say they put a smile on many buyers faces.

[richb]

having lived with the 30.1 for all of a week or so,i can see where even the 40.1 may not be the most detailed speaker out there, but what it does play comes thru extremely well, full range probably is more room dependent than my room would allow for anyway.So the 30.1 is working out very well me

[joeinid]

Rich,

The 30.1 are awesome but I'm obsessed about Strads. I need the scratch that itch.

[Jerome W]

Joe,
Since a few weeks, I saw a few movies and BR's with the 40.1. Not only they are extremely resolved and accurate but their dynamics and realism is out of this world. They load the room in a unique way. Using them in HT makes the actors come out of the screen and be with us in the room.
I never listened to a more accurate speaker.
Stay still. You won't regret it.


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[joeinid]

Thank you Jerome. Let's see what my dealer says.

[CDLehner]

Joe,
Since a few weeks, I saw a few movies and BR's with the 40.1. Not only they are extremely resolved and accurate but their dynamics and realism is out of this world. They load the room in a unique way. Using them in HT makes the actors come out of the screen and be with us in the room.
I never listened to a more accurate speaker.
Stay still. You won't regret it.


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I'm really happy with the 30.1s. I always wondered, why they were so much more than Compact 7s; and I really thought the 7 was the sweet-spot in the Harbeth line-up. But now I see why; IMO, the 30.1...though smaller...is punchier, and more dynamic.

[richb]

cd- glad to hear that, as it is difficult for me to audition speakers (or any equipment),i bought them more on faith and reading than anything else and quite frankly the price (even used) was scary to me- definitely preferred the price of the 7's but did not want to keep looking for something better (although i wish i could keep trying new equipment). I think the 30.1 will keep me satisfied for a very long time. ps as an aside to joe- if you ever do get the strads but decide you would rather have 30.1 - well i would consider a trade *L*

[richb]

Joe -
Oh where oh where can my 40's be, oh where oh where can they be (you know the tune).Have you heard anything about a delivery?Certainly hope so!

[joeinid]

Hi Rich,

From all that I can tell, the 40.1's are still several months out. I'll leave it alone for now but in the meantime, I am ordering the Strads. It's time!

[Mike]

Hi Rich,

From all that I can tell, the 40.1's are still several months out. I'll leave it alone for now but in the meantime, I am ordering the Strads. It's time!

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[richb]

are they the used pair on a-gon or are they available new and when did you win the lottery?

[Paul]

are they the used pair on a-gon or are they available new and when did you win the lottery?

For the record. He hits the jack pot twice every year

[joeinid]

As tempting as that pair is, I want new because these will be keepers aka destination speakers.

are they the used pair on a-gon or are they available new and when did you win the lottery?

I really shouldn't, I am only buying them for you guys and to have something to talk about

For the record. He hits the jack pot twice every year

[veindoc]

I so happy for you. After they arrive, quickly mail a special delivery letter to yourself with bold block letters on outside they say-"only open when u consider selling your Strads."
Inside the note should say-DON'T DO it Joe-You'll B sorry!!!!

Enjoy them
NIck

[richb]

NEW POST ~ place your bets (Joe can even get in on this) which will show up first- the strads or the harbeth 40's, or at the same time!

[Dpod4]

Strads. Ithink the strads are going to tickle Joe's fancy and be the pair he has been hoping for. Warm and musical.

[richb]

I'm sure he will be happy with either, but was wondering which would show up FIRST,after all the 40's were ordered some time ago- they have a good head-start,but doesn't seem to matter *L*

[Dpod4]

I think the Strads will show first because it was a match made in heaven

[joeinid]

Thanks guys. I bet the Strads show first. Waiting for the 40.1's has been a little frustrating. Absolutely a match made in heaven. I can not wait.

[Paul]

Thanks guys. I bet the Strads show first. Waiting for the 40.1's has been a little frustrating. Absolutely a match made in heaven. I can not wait.

Strads with the Tenor. Ahhhhhh.

I asked the president of tenor. He loved it.

[joeinid]

Paul,

Maybe you could put in a good word for me when the time comes.

I bet it's outstanding.

Strads with the Tenor. Ahhhhhh.

I asked the president of tenor. He loved it.

[Jack]

Joe

Is the holdup on the 40.1's the color? Does Fidelis not know of a dealer that has a pair like you want that your dealer can trade for.

[tunes]

Congrats on the Strads Joe! They are wonderfully musical speakers and gorgeous to look at. Think you will love them provided you have the room. If you've bought new then you also get the Sumiko master setup which i understand is quite amazing to watch. Not sure who does it in your area now that Bill is with Transparent.
Have fun!!

[richb]

my understanding is that harbeth builds in quantity but only when the orders are already in place, plus with a new model just ramping up, that may also be delaying production of the 40's

[joeinid]

Hi Jack,

Not the color, I'm told it's a woofer basket part problem from a supplier. Not 100% sure what that means.

As far as I know, no new ones are in the country.

Joe

Is the holdup on the 40.1's the color? Does Fidelis not know of a dealer that has a pair like you want that your dealer can trade for.

[richb]

tunes- while the sumiko master setup sounds interesting, i just heard that when you buy used you get a sumo (wrestler) master setup.Also amazing to watch as he just slings your speaker into place

[joeinid]

Thank you. I am so excited to finally have the opportunity to get them in my room.

Congrats on the Strads Joe! They are wonderfully musical speakers and gorgeous to look at. Think you will love them provided you have the room. If you've bought new then you also get the Sumiko master setup which i understand is quite amazing to watch. Not sure who does it in your area now that Bill is with Transparent.
Have fun!!

I am sure the new model intro is not helping.

my understanding is that harbeth builds in quantity but only when the orders are already in place, plus with a new model just ramping up, that may also be delaying production of the 40's

[joeinid]

tunes- while the sumiko master setup sounds interesting, i just heard that when you buy used you get a sumo (wrestler) master setup.Also amazing to watch as he just slings your speaker into place

[Jack]

Joe

I guess you can just wait it out then. Congrats on the Strad's I think you will love them with tubes. OBTW, did you ever figure out what was wrong with the RM-10?

[Petro85]

sweet joe, congrats!!!!! you always knew it was going to come down to a pair of strads eventually..lol

[joeinid]

Joe

I guess you can just wait it out then. Congrats on the Strad's I think you will love them with tubes. OBTW, did you ever figure out what was wrong with the RM-10?

Thank you Jack. I haven't officially cancelled the 40.1's. Whenever they show up is good for me. I have not wanted to deal with the RM-10 but I will dig into it before the weekend and let Ben/Rodger know what I find out.

sweet joe, congrats!!!!! you always knew it was going to come down to a pair of strads eventually..lol

Thank you Steve. Nothing else excites me like the Strads. Maybe something like the Cary 805AE on them will be fun too. What do you think about that? 50 wpc SET. Yeah baby!

[Jack]

Joe

If you can stand the heat, I don't think much of anything in the "tube realm" will be better than the ART's on the Strad's. The RM-10 would be an interesting experiment and maybe Roger would know if they would work. They did fine with the 85db Vandies, but I did have the subs in play too. Never tried them on their own. The RM-10 was great with the three Reynaud's, Soliloquy and GMA. I suspect Mike's upgraded JOB would sound great too.

[joeinid]

I am waiting for the Job monos to come out and KNOW that the CJ will be perfect. I just like a little variety and am thinking out loud. Life is good. I can't wait.

[dlb2]

Congrats on a great pair of speakers Joe! Hopefully you won't have to watch the sumo wrestler from behind when he positions them in your room.

[joeinid]

Ha!

I hope so too. Thanks for the visual.

[Jerome W]

Congrats on the Strads Joe ! Surely a very nice sounding speaker.
Several months ahead for the 40.1 ?? There must be a problem with the US importer.
Do you want me to check for a used pair in Europe ? They show up from time to time, between 5.5 and 7.5k euros....


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[joeinid]

Hi Jerome,

Thank you so much. I have a feeling they may show up around the same time.

I heard it was a manufacturing problem but who really knows.

Quality takes time.

Congrats on the Strads Joe ! Surely a very nice sounding speaker.
Several months ahead for the 40.1 ?? There must be a problem with the US importer.
Do you want me to check for a used pair in Europe ? They show up from time to time, between 5.5 and 7.5k euros....


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[Jerome W]

Joe, did you order the Strads new or is it a used pair ? When will you get them ?


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[joeinid]

Speakers are one thing (or two things) I don't like buying used. I am still working out all the details but they will be new. All the details should be worked out in a few weeks.

Joe, did you order the Strads new or is it a used pair ? When will you get them ?


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[sharkmouth]

Joe, just for you. I hope they are all & more of what you are chasing in the world of gossamer

[Steve]

Sonus Faber Lilium?

[joeinid]

Thanks Kev,

I hope and think they will be.

Steve,

Lilium might be too rich for my blood but I would LOVE to hear them.

[MDP]

Your dream girl, in a Red Violin dress !

[joeinid]

Yes indeed. The wheels are in motion

Your dream girl, in a Red Violin dress !

[richb]

congrats on your upcoming strads, but don't the new lilium slot lower down than the strads?

[KeithR]

Congrats, Joe. will be curious if you prefer the CJs or Macs on them...

[joeinid]

congrats on your upcoming strads, but don't the new lilium slot lower down than the strads?

I think they are a step up than the Strads but I don't care

There's always next year

Congrats, Joe. will be curious if you prefer the CJs or Macs on them...

Thanks Keith,

First time I heard the Strads was with the C500T and MC2301's. It was GLORIOUS. I hope/think the GAT/ART monos will be the better combo. I will do whatever it takes to get the goosebumps back.

I also have a Hegel H30 coming for a different solid state feel. I am really curious about that one.

[Paul]

I think they are a step up than the Strads but I don't care

There's always next year



Thanks Keith,

First time I heard the Strads was with the C500T and MC2301's. It was GLORIOUS. I hope/think the GAT/ART monos will be the better combo. I will do whatever it takes to get the goosebumps back.

Without the Mr Serblin. Nah.....I wouldn't think it's the same SF speakers. Not with my experience


I really hope you get the goosebumps. If it's not ? now you are in trouble.
Last month I went to this Macedonian restaurants(in 20 yrs ) coz I missed her food so much so I went back there and owner & store are still same BUT the food it wasn't same taste as I remember....Hope this is not the case for you.

[joeinid]

Paul,

I'll be fine! They will certainly be better to my taste than the TADs were.