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October 28, 2021, 08:34 AM #1Super Moderator
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MBL Radialstrahler 120 loudspeaker
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NAD C 658 streamer.
First Watt SIT-3, Job 250 Monos, NuForce STA200, AkitikA GT-102 amp, ASL Wave monos, Dennis Had 45 monos. Absolute Audio Labs PCF 25 amp (improved First Watt F7 super clone)
Topping D90, RME Audio ADI-2 DAC FS, ModWright Ultimate Sony XA-5400ES.
Burmester 948, McIntosh MCLK12, Kimber Kable, Siltech, Cardas, Avanti Audio cables.
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October 28, 2021, 09:33 AM #2Senior Member
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Re: MBL Radialstrahler 120 loudspeaker
Joe I wonder how those would sound with a pair of subwoofers?
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October 28, 2021, 09:38 AM #3Senior Member
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Re: MBL Radialstrahler 120 loudspeaker
Hi Joe,
Originally Posted by joeinid
I’ve listened to these and they are stunning. Just HUGE bang for the buck. They deliver a high percentage of the 101E Mk2’s performance in a much smaller and less expensive package. Obviously less bass response but they’re not lacking in that area at all.
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Source: MSB Select II DAC with Two Mono Powerbases and Femto 33 Clock; Renderer V2 Digital Input Module and Roon Nucleus Plus; MSB UMT V Signature Transport
Amps: Vandersteen M7-HPA Mono Amps; MSB M204 Mono Amps
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Power: Two AudioQuest Niagara 5000’s with AudioQuest Dragon and Hurricane Power Cords
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October 28, 2021, 11:11 AM #4Super Moderator
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Re: MBL Radialstrahler 120 loudspeaker
Marty,
I bet they would be awesome, with or without subs.
Ken,
I have no doubt they are wonderful.Fleetwood Deville by Oswald Mills Audio, Vienna Acoustics Haydn Jubilee, Wharfedale Linton w/ stands, Klipsch RB-75, Klipsch RP-160M.
Job INTegrated. Luxman L-595aSE
NAD C 658 streamer.
First Watt SIT-3, Job 250 Monos, NuForce STA200, AkitikA GT-102 amp, ASL Wave monos, Dennis Had 45 monos. Absolute Audio Labs PCF 25 amp (improved First Watt F7 super clone)
Topping D90, RME Audio ADI-2 DAC FS, ModWright Ultimate Sony XA-5400ES.
Burmester 948, McIntosh MCLK12, Kimber Kable, Siltech, Cardas, Avanti Audio cables.
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October 28, 2021, 12:49 PM #5Senior Member
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Re: MBL Radialstrahler 120 loudspeaker
Need some big, expensive amps to drive them! I've always wanted to hear a pair of MBLs or German Physiks omnis. Need to get to Munich Hi-Fi show one of these days.
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Re: MBL Radialstrahler 120 loudspeaker
These MBL 120s are fantastic. Agree with Ken (above), huge musical presentation for the $.
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October 28, 2021, 05:47 PM #7Senior Member
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Re: MBL Radialstrahler 120 loudspeaker
So between these and the Kharma DB9s which one is the better option?
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October 28, 2021, 06:50 PM #8Senior Member
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Re: MBL Radialstrahler 120 loudspeaker
Both excellent. Would use for different implementations.The Kharma is larger and has a fuller bottom end impact. The MBL has a holographic musical presentation with a somewhat limited bottom. So, selection would be room dependent and budget driven since they are at different price points. Originally Posted by nc42acc
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Amplification: MBL 6010D, MBL 9008A Monos
Analog: Kuzma R, Kuzma 4Point (11”), MSL Ultra Eminent EX
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Speakers: MBL 101E MKII
Subwoofers: REL Carbon Specials
Conditioner: Shunyata Triton 3
Power Cables: Shunyata Sigma 1 & 2, Alpha 2, Delta and Venom
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October 28, 2021, 07:06 PM #9Audioshark
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Re: MBL Radialstrahler 120 loudspeaker
DB9s Originally Posted by nc42acc
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October 29, 2021, 10:16 AM #10Senior Member
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Re: MBL Radialstrahler 120 loudspeaker
While I've heard other MBL's and really enjoyed them I've yet to hear these. Regardless calling a $23,000 stand mount speaker with limited bottom end and specific amplification needs an 'excellent bang for the buck' is rather comical in my book.
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Re: MBL Radialstrahler 120 loudspeaker
The most impressive stand mount speaker I've heard to date in the $20k range was the Thrax Lyra. Just unreal range and sound, and in a large room.
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Re: MBL Radialstrahler 120 loudspeaker
Well Dave, if you haven’t listened to them, then how would you know. Originally Posted by Mikado463
Ken"No summit worth climbing is easily attained."
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October 29, 2021, 02:28 PM #13Senior Member
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Re: MBL Radialstrahler 120 loudspeaker
Ken, point taken and with that I suppose I should. But regardless, my comment was based on what's being said here in this thread and the corresponding msrp, a number that doesn't register with me as 'bang for the buck' Originally Posted by Alpinist
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Re: MBL Radialstrahler 120 loudspeaker
Driven by the Noble integrated these absolutely fill my 16x26 room. Never felt the need to try to integrate subs, even though there's a pair sitting right there for the 5.2 system. Best thing is they play well with all genres, from scuzzy indie like Fontaines DC and Little Barrie to the most refined classical and horn-spitting jazz.
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Re: MBL Radialstrahler 120 loudspeaker
Awesome setup Parker! Thank you for posting.
Fleetwood Deville by Oswald Mills Audio, Vienna Acoustics Haydn Jubilee, Wharfedale Linton w/ stands, Klipsch RB-75, Klipsch RP-160M.
Job INTegrated. Luxman L-595aSE
NAD C 658 streamer.
First Watt SIT-3, Job 250 Monos, NuForce STA200, AkitikA GT-102 amp, ASL Wave monos, Dennis Had 45 monos. Absolute Audio Labs PCF 25 amp (improved First Watt F7 super clone)
Topping D90, RME Audio ADI-2 DAC FS, ModWright Ultimate Sony XA-5400ES.
Burmester 948, McIntosh MCLK12, Kimber Kable, Siltech, Cardas, Avanti Audio cables.
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Re: MBL Radialstrahler 120 loudspeaker
Tremendous system Parker, congrats!!! Like I was saying before and supported by your experience, the MBL 120’s are not in any way lacking in bass. Originally Posted by pdub
Enjoy!
Ken"No summit worth climbing is easily attained."
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Source: MSB Select II DAC with Two Mono Powerbases and Femto 33 Clock; Renderer V2 Digital Input Module and Roon Nucleus Plus; MSB UMT V Signature Transport
Amps: Vandersteen M7-HPA Mono Amps; MSB M204 Mono Amps
Speakers: Vandersteen Model 7 Mk2
Power: Two AudioQuest Niagara 5000’s with AudioQuest Dragon and Hurricane Power Cords
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You should ask your dealer to bring the CH stuff he wants to sell you for home audition in your system. IMO there is no way to tell what will sound better in your system.
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